Headlight Leveling Switch Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

The headlight leveling switch is integrated with the cluster switch.
If the headlight leveling switch is to be replaced, replace the cluster switch. (See CLUSTER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
Remove the following parts:
1. Driver's side front scuff plate (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Driver's side front side trim (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Cluster switch (See CLUSTER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Verify that the resistance between the cluster switch terminals is as indicated in the table.

Fig 1: Headlight Leveling Switch Continuity Reference Chart
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Identifying Headlight Leveling Switch Connector Terminals
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If not as indicated in the table, replace the cluster switch. (See CLUSTER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)