LIGHTNING STRIKES(ALL MODELS)

Applicable Models

Model Starting S/N Ending S/N Model Spec
  MAZDA3 2004-2008   000000   ZZZZZZ  
  MAZDA5 2006-2008   000000   ZZZZZZ  
  CX7 2007-2008   000000   ZZZZZZ  
  RX8 2004-2008   000000   ZZZZZZ  
  MAZDA6 2002-2008   000000   ZZZZZZ  
  CX9 2007-2008   000000   ZZZZZZ  

Related Category/Subcategory/Symptoms

ENGINE / STARTING SYSTEM / ENGINE NO START
RESTRAINTS / AIR BAG SYSTEM / DOES NOT TURN ON/WARNING LIGHT
BODY AND ACCESSORY / OTHER / IMPROPER OPERATION
BODY AND ACCESSORY / INSTRUMENTATION / DRIVER INFO. / DOES NOT TURN ON/WARNING LIGHT

MTOL - 5497 Dealer Repair Information

Symptom and Conditions

A customer may encounter various electronic malfunctions that may include no start, no communication with MMDS, ABS hydraulic motor run on, and possibly airbag deployment. These concerns and others could be induced by a lightning strike. 

Repair Procedure

If a lightning strike has occurred, signs will be present at the wheels where the electricity passed to the ground. Check for discolored sidewalls and damaged rims. Also check the vehicle surface for the point of contact. There should be an obvious mark on the vehicle. 

***MTIPS JULY/AUGUST 07*** 


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