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Well, I figured it out. I finally got my new wiring harness, hooked it up and it certainly did fix the problem but, instead of the high beams dim when the low...
pete_e_02002
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Oct 4, 2002
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Can our 626 V6 model (1993) using DOT 4 brake fluid or not? The cap stated only DOT 3 can be used. Thank for your information. Xavier...
xavier_iet
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Oct 4, 2002
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Job well done.. John...
John
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Oct 4, 2002
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DOT 4 is an updated brake fluid, and can be mixed with DOT 3 without problems. It has a higher boiling point and can be used safely. John...
John
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Oct 4, 2002
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I changed the lube in my manual trans to Redline MT-90. A local outfit had it for $9.30 a quart, so I bought it there. Got a new set of big metric end...
zippydooda
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Oct 14, 2002
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Thanks for that Bill, it is known about Redline oil for the gearbox, and how it does make the shifting easier.. Glad you like it. John...
John
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Oct 14, 2002
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Anybody got diagrams etc> for carb setting up on 1990 2.0 glx 12v The damn thing is driving me nuts, got to be the most awkward carb I've ever worked on. My...
peter9000uk
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Oct 14, 2002
6:02 pm
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The haynes manual has this in it.. but from memory here goes... There is one screw that adjusts the high speed idle when starting from cold.. set to about 2000...
John
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Oct 14, 2002
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John, Been do the library route & my local motor factor says there isn't a manual for this year/model 626 and as I'm trying to sell the car don't particularly...
Peter
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Oct 15, 2002
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Sorry I don't have the haynes manual, but it is available for the earlier versions, and the carb setup is the same.. think the cover is purple. as far as I...
John
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Oct 15, 2002
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Does anybody know, where on the net I can find technical data for Mazda626 Coupe 2.2i 12V, 1988, or manual book, etc.???...
driunia99
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Oct 15, 2002
9:52 pm
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Has anyone on the list got the Haynes manual they could scan the relevant pages and e-mail to me so I can attempt to get the car to run right Thanks in advance...
Peter
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Oct 16, 2002
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hi all, can anybody help with handbrake.626ge,haynes manual not detailed on this topic. i used to have 10 clicks before lever came to a stop,now i have only 5...
nikkormanuk
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Oct 20, 2002
11:28 am
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Hi Mike, Handbrake is adjusted with a long 10mm socket and extension. There is a small cover on the console, near the handbrake lever that you remove. inside...
John
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Oct 20, 2002
2:16 pm
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... I ... Hi John, How about the 2.0 V6 KF model, will the valves damage if the timing belt goes? Xavier...
xavier_iet
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Oct 21, 2002
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As far as I believe, all the V6 models don't suffer any damage. John...
John
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Oct 21, 2002
7:38 am
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Agreed the V6's are all non interference engines...
mx6_uk
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Oct 21, 2002
6:53 pm
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... OK, this got my attention. '96 V4 here in the US. Bought it used. Don't think the belt has been changed and close to 100K mi. How can I find out if its...
Todd Pravata
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Oct 21, 2002
7:31 pm
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Iam unaware of a V4 engine.. all the model I know of have either a V6 or an I4... the I4 will suffer from valve/piston damage. You will need to check, I think...
John
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Oct 21, 2002
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This noise can appear when the engine is cold or warm. A mechanic told me that I need to change the oil pump, but the car only have 68K. Do you think that's...
alejo_ramirez2001
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Oct 23, 2002
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It's possible, but I would do an oil flush, then change the oil and filter. Only use a good oil with the correct grade (10-40), and a genuine Mazda filter. If...
John
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Oct 23, 2002
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hi all, i have haynes 626 manual but it is based on 626 cars in the american marketplace. this haynes is an american publication. it covers most things,but...
nikkormanuk
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Oct 24, 2002
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Hi Mike, Nothing listed in the factory manuals.. although you are near enough in the way they work.. just relays after that. John...
John
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Oct 24, 2002
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hi all, for the benefit of others when servicing a 626/mx6 please make a note of the following part numbers: oil filter (4cyl engine) mazda part number:...
nikkormanuk
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Oct 24, 2002
7:05 pm
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Hey everybody. Not that you'd care but, I got really bored and added some pics of my old ride in the Photos section. Have a good one! -Pete...
pete_e_02002
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Nov 29, 2002
12:44 am
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Looks well looked after pete_e_. I only have one pic here (the mx6) but theres more here http://homepage.ntlworld.com/mx6-uk/ In the members photo section. ...
mx6_uk
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Nov 29, 2002
10:33 pm
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Thanks! As far as I know I'm the second owner of that car (it only had 75k miles on it when I bought it) and it was in pretty decent shape, just had to fix...
pete_e_02002
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Nov 30, 2002
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I have the same problem as "rexim1" did back in April with my 1993 626. The idling is very low unless in P or N. I've looked at the air intake photo in the...
belayoffundy
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Dec 2, 2002
5:28 pm
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I've decided to keep my 97' 626 and "supe" it up. It hasn't been easy finding different performance parts, interior and exterior. I was wondering if anyone...
Xavier
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Dec 2, 2002
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I have the same problem as "rexim1" did back in April with my 1993 626. The idling is very low unless in P or N. I've looked at the air intake photo in the...
belayoffundy
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Dec 2, 2002
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