Mazda RX8 - Page 59

Visually inspect the eccentric shaft
position sensor and the teeth of the
pulse wheel.
Are the eccentric shaft position
sensor and the teeth of the pulse
wheel normal?
No Replace the malfunctioning parts.
Yes Go to Step 13.
8
WARNING:
• High-voltage in ignition
system can cause strong
electrical shock which can
result in serious injury.
Avoid direct contact to the
vehicle body during the
rotor balance test.
• High-voltage spark will
negatively effect the engine
control. To prevent this,
ground the high-tension
leads and keep away from
sensors and wiring
harnesses.
CAUTION:
• Rotor balance test can
overheat and damage the
three-way catalytic
converter.
Perform rotor balance test.
(See Rotor Balance Test .)
Is the engine speed drop value the
same for each rotor?
No Go to the next step.
Yes Repair the suspected high-tension lead.
9
Inspect the high-tension lead for
the rotor where the engine speed
did not drop in Step 8 for cracks.
Are there any cracks on high-
tension lead?
No Go to the next step.
10 Yes Go to the next step.
(w) RX8-Engine Troubleshooting
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