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hello, where can i get a list of the OBD-I codes? i plan to download any error codes i can from my ECU in my so-far vain attempt to find the cause of my engine...
Orlando Andico
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Sep 2, 2003
7:06 pm
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Check the files section Orlando.. John...
John
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Sep 2, 2003
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I am refering to the gremlin that used to produce clouds and clouds of thick , grey , acrid, smelly , dark grey/blue smoke from my engine/exhaust, when the car...
sidandcokeuk
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Sep 3, 2003
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Hopefully it should last a while, and may even get better as time passes.. It would appear from this, that the valve seals are the culprit, and will...
John
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Sep 3, 2003
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i removed the ignition wires from my engine to test the resistance and clean the contacts, and now the engine won't start -- it just cranks continuously but...
Orlando Andico
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Sep 3, 2003
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This is why most mechanics only remove one ignition wire at a time, there's no mystery where it hooks up. When you use your approach however you will need a...
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Sep 5, 2003
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Firing order is 1342, distributor turns anti-clockwise... no1 is at the top. cylinder no1 is at cambelt side.. 1234 1 2 4 3 John...
John
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Sep 6, 2003
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706
i have been having problems starting my 1993 mazda 626 (2.0L I4). i had the battery changed today and even under high revolutions, the voltage does not exceed...
Orlando Andico
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Sep 6, 2003
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Orlando, listen carefully.. Std voltage on tickover is around 14.2V with no electricals on. As yours is not functioning correctly, it may be the regulator ...
John
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Sep 6, 2003
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... hmmm so definitely my voltage is a bit low. ... yipes! and the regulator cannot be replaced independent of the alternator? ... it's not whining or making...
Orlando Andico
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Sep 8, 2003
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... yes it is. ... Yes it can, but you probably will not be able to buy one. ... a ... at ... not a loose belt problem.. dont run it, as it will quickly get ...
John
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Sep 8, 2003
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... .. ... had it checked at the local electrical store. the alternator in my car was a 70A nissan/mitsubishi unit, definitely NOT the OEM one. they thought it...
Orlando Andico
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Sep 14, 2003
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The 2.0L is 80A,(55D23L) and the 2.5V6 is 90A (80D26L) standard. These figures are for European models, US models may be diferent. John...
John
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Sep 15, 2003
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hi john, my car having a/c problem, i have switched on everything (fan speed & a/c switch are in on position), but no action at all, both cooling fan not...
Xavier
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Sep 16, 2003
1:36 pm
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Check the Air Cond and Wiper fuses... Check AC relay in fusebox.. Ground the terminal marked x in the diagram, and start the engine. Fan and compressor should...
John
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Sep 16, 2003
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hi john, cooling fan at battery side is ok because it still turn on when engine running hot. i have tried already to ground the terminal x, the fan &...
Xavier Goh
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Sep 17, 2003
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Hi again , I have lost both tail lights on my 626 (93) so the nice officer informed me last night. :-( ( At least he gave me 21 days to get it...
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Sep 20, 2003
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hi john, the original parts being too expensive, i have settled it with some modification. after some trying, shorting 1 of the wire at the evaporator...
Xavier Goh
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Sep 23, 2003
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Check the "tail" fuse first.... the only other thing would be the Stop/taillight checker.. it's like a grey relay and is there to illuminate the warning light...
John
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Sep 27, 2003
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718
It should be connected to the seatbelt buckle... there is a switch inside the drivers one. it is connected to the CPU a the back of the interior fusebox. John...
John
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Sep 27, 2003
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Hi John, OK. I found the connector with three wires connected to the seatbelt buckle (driver side, passenger side only 2 wires), but no connector from the CPU....
Xavier Goh
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Sep 30, 2003
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The connector for the buckle is under the drivers seat.. the one behind the gearknob is not the correct one. have another good look, it should be there. John...
John
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Sep 30, 2003
4:55 pm
721
Sorted it by disconnecting and reconnecting all the cable joins under the dash that I could get my hands on. Didn't check after each 1 individually but I think...
Andy
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Oct 4, 2003
3:39 pm
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Glad you have sorted it out.. can be tricky to fix some of these electrical problems.. John...
John
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Oct 4, 2003
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723
Any tips on how/where to buy a Br Master Cylinder for a 626 saloon 1987 right hand drive Mazda? Joe...
josephcam
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Oct 6, 2003
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Mazda dealers will be expensive, so try a motor factor, or parts store.. just did a search and it came up at $117 US dollars... Maybe try a scrapyard such as...
John
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Oct 7, 2003
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my '98 626 GXi hatch has very hard suspension. As i drive some 40k a year ,is there any way to soften it up without compromising handling. Recent new front...
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Oct 16, 2003
12:21 am
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I have to replace the right side axle on my US '90 626, due to broken rubber boot and clicking at the wheel end. I was wondering if the axle on the right side...
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Oct 23, 2003
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727
Hi Dwayne, and welcome to the club.. The axle does split at the joint shaft.. I have the factory manuals, and should be able to help here... I will have a look...
John
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Oct 23, 2003
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John, Thanks for the welcome to the group. I've learned a lot already reading the message archives.....great site. That'd be a big help if you could find...
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