Section 184 (On-Board Diagnostic [Engine Control System AJ]): Foreword

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When the customer a vehicle malfunction. Check the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) indication and diagnostic trouble code (DTC), then diagnose the malfunction according to following flowchart.
- If the DTC exists, diagnose the applicable DTC inspection. (See DTC TABLE .)
- If the DTC does not exist and the MIL does not illuminate or flash, diagnose the applicable symptom troubleshooting. (See SYMPTOM DIAGNOSTIC INDEX .)
  
  Fig 1: Malfunction Diagnosis Chart
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.