Hood Latch Switch Inspection

Open the hood.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] )
Disconnect the hood latch switch connector.
Inspect for continuity between the hood latch switch terminals A and B.
- If there is no continuity, replace the hood latch.
Fig 1: Hood Latch Switch Unlock Position
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Lock the hood latch using a Flathead screwdriver or equivalent as shown in the illustration.
Inspect for continuity between the hood latch switch terminals A and B
- If there is continuity, replace the hood latch.
  CAUTION:
  - After the inspection, unlock the hood latch. If closing the hood with the hood latch locked, the hood latch and/or hood striker may be broken.
Fig 2: Locking Hood Latch Using Flathead Screwdriver
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.