20 Most Recent 1998 Mazda 626 Questions & Answers

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I cannot find a fuse for the fuel pump only a relay. Where is the fuse?

Hello. If you have the key to unlock that switch in your car, you must unlock it to remove that switch. Once unlocked, that switch can be removed with 'Torks' six pointed sockets. Also, it's a good idea to put your transmission in neutral and set the parking brake. Make sure the new lock cylinder is in the 'unlocked' position before you insert it into its respectful hole. Good luck and keep me informed; if you want to.

Go to online store reliable they have repair manuals I am sure you will get the solution. Here's the link MAZDA 626 SERVICE REPAIR MANUAL 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 DOWNLOAD

You don't mention what that smell is reminiscent of? You don't mention the colour of the "smoke" and you didn't say whether the engine is petrol or diesel? You don't mention whether the road behaviour/performance is normal? White smoke is almost always steam or in the case of a diesel it could be an unburned fuel mist, grey/black is excess fuel and blue or grey/blue is burning oil. Some steam is fairly normal until the engine and exhaust system is hot but excessive amounts could be one symptom of head gasket trouble. If the engine is drinking coolant and sending it through the exhaust as steam it will sometimes smell spicy. Burning oil smells a bit like burned eggs in the frying pan. If the car hasn't ultra-low sulphur oil and fuel the catalytic converter will convert sulphur traces into hydrogen sulphide - the bad egg gas...

Under the hood is a power distribution box there could be up to 3 separate relays marked fan#1 fan#2.

Change fuel pump relay.And check the fuses

There is an adjustment to be made. Loosen the bolts and adjust the rotation until the specs are met. MX-3 with 1.6L DOHC and 626/MX-6/Probe with 2.0L Engine MANUAL TRANSAXLE

1. Detach the connector from the throttle position sensor.
2. Connect an ohmmeter between terminals IDL and E.
3. Insert a 0.004 in. (0.1mm) feeler gauge between the throttle stop screw and stop lever.
4. Verify there is continuity between terminals IDL and E.
5. Then replace the feeler gauge with a 0.027 in. (0.7mm) feeler gauge, verify there is no continuity between terminals IDL and E
6. Then open the throttle wide and verify there is no continuity again between terminals IDL and E.
7. Next, connect the ohmmeter between terminals POW and E.
8. Insert a 0.004 in. (0.1mm) feeler gauge between the throttle stop screw and stop lever.
9. Verify there is no continuity between terminals POW and E.
10. Then replace the feeler gauge with 0.027 in (0.7mm), verify there is no continuity between terminals POW and E.
11. Then open the throttle wide and verify there is continuity between terminals POW and E.
12. If not as specified, adjust or replace the throttle

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE

1. Detach the connector from the throttle position sensor.
2. Connect an ohmmeter between the terminals IDL and E.
3. Insert a 0.004 in. (0.1mm) feeler gauge between the throttle stop screw and stop lever.
4. Verify there is continuity between terminals IDL and E.
5. Insert a 0.024 in. (0.6mm) feeler gauge between the throttle stop screw and stop lever.
6. Verify there is no continuity between terminals IDL and E.
7. Connect an ohmmeter to the throttle sensor terminals Vt and E.
8. Verify that resistance increases as throttle valve opening increase.
9. With throttle valve fully closed the resistance should be below 1 kilohm and as throttle valve is fully opened resistance should increase to approximately 5 kohms.
10. If not as specified, adjust or replace the throttle sensor.

Check fuel delivery system in car.

More than likely, my vote goes to the trunk/tailgate area. Some are under the spare tire.

Ronald, When you replaced the starter, I assume you did disconnect the battery. Did you clean the posts before putting your battery cable back on? I replaced my battery a couple of months ago and did not clean them and my van ran fine for several days and then one day would not start. Cleaned the posts and cable ends and everything worked fine. Just a thought. Hope this helps!

Does the pedal have a feel or does it just hit the floor?master cylinder will maybe need replacing or seals.

If a hydraulic clutch, the fluid is low or has leaked, leading to air getting in the system. Thus the clutch will not disengage and let go of the gearbox. If a cable clutch the cable has broken or gone right out of adjustment. Also check the clutch pedal return spring, as these do break due to wear on the attachment hooks. .

Could be the contacts on the swich. Hopefully the switch panel will pop out as a unit from above, otherwise remove the door panel, unclip the switch. Following that you should be able to open the switch and clean the contacts with a qtip and rubbing alcohol.

Check the switch before reassembling the door. If it doesnt work you should be able to swap the connectors with another switch or short the contacts in the switch.

Check for Vacuum leaks.

Could be a bad motor or switch.,to check,get a meter,turn sunroof to close and check wiring at sunroof,if power is their,then bad motor or switch,check fuse first.

There is a way of gaining access without cutting the floor. You remove the back seat and there are four bolts under the mat if you remove them and lift the fastened cover you will see another cover which has some pipes and electrical socket connector fastenned with small philips screws, if you disconnect the socket , remove the screws and the pipes then lift the unit that is where the fuel pump and the fuel gauge is fitted.