Buckle Switch Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda Protege5 and 2002 Mazda Protege. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Disconnect the buckle switch connector.
Inspect for continuity between the buckle switch terminals using an ohmmeter.
- If not as specified, replace the front buckle.
Fig 1: Buckle Switch Continuity Check
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Fig 2: Identifying Buckle Switch Terminals & Circuit
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