Tech Tip: Mazda Steering Rack Noise
Some 2001-’04 Tributes may experience premature wear and/or noise from the tie rod end, especially from the outer tie rod. This procedure is designed to provide a more detailed procedure for inspecting tie rod ends. It’s also intended to help prevent unnecessary replacement of the steering rack when diagnosing customer concern of ….
Tech Tip: Curing Rough Idle and Hesitation on Mazda 626 Models
Some 2000-2002 Mazda 626 models with the FS 4-cylinder engine may experience a rough idle, hesitation, stumble and/or misfire during or immediately after a cold start. A DTC P0303 may also be stored in memory. In extreme cases, the engine may stop running and multiple misfire codes, like P0300-P0304, may be stored in memory.
Tech Tip: ASC Reminds Technicians that Mazda Water Pump Twins are not Identical
When referring to a catalog, whether OEM or aftermarket, a technician will find two different part numbers for a water pump for the Mazda MPV V6 3.0 liter: one for model years 1989 to 1995 (Pump A) and one for model years 1996 to 1998 (Pump B). No problem, right? Where the problem lies is the transition between 1995 and 1996 models where the vehicle could be equipped with either pump. If the wrong pump is installed, it can lead to a big headache.
Making Sense Of Mazda’s i-ACTIVSENSE ADAS
Most Mazda models require a static calibration procedure with targets mounted at precise distances.
SKF Tech Tip: Replacing A Wheel Hub Flange, Bearing Guide
Damaged parts or improper torquing can cause premature hub failure and issues with overall vehicle performance.
Mazda Selects Redline Detection Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector For Its Tool And Equipment Program
The Mazda Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector is designed to test the integrity of the complete engine system, from the air cleaner to the tip of the exhaust, in a single, 15-minute procedure, with 100% reliability, according to Redline.
Mazda Pressure Breather Hose Frozen, DTC P0451
Some vehicles may experience a MIL on with only OTC P0451 stored in the memory. This is caused by water entering and freezing in the atmosphere breather hose of the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor. For Mazda3s, this happens when the vehicle is washed in a high-pressure car wash. For the CX-7, this happens when the vehicle is driven on a wet road. To correct the problem, a modified breather hose has been adopted.
Mazda: Performing Regular Undercar Maintenance
Brake and suspension problems will surface in a couple of ways, the most common of which are noise-related. The suspension noise will generally be a knocking sound as the car is driven over bumps, or a noise when the steering wheel is turned. With the brakes, you’ll be hearing noise issues that range from an occasional squeak to a constant grinding noise.
Mazda Timing Belt And Chain Replacement
Since belts are a service item, timing belt service needs to be part of a good maintenance plan. We recommend that the timing belt be replaced, along with the water pump and accessory drive belts, at 90,000-100,000 miles. If the customer has budget concerns, we’ll explain why we recommend the pump replacement and let them take the gamble that it will last another 100,000 miles – with the understanding that if the pump should fail, this labor-intensive job will have to be redone.
Top 2015 Import TPMS TSBs: A Must for Techs
Here’s a rundown of the top Technical Service Bulletins related to TPMS. Every technician who services a TPMS system should review these TSBs in advance. Audi TSB Number: 4413382034445/1 Models: 2010-’14 A4/S4, A5/S5 and Q5 Summary: This TSB addresses TPMS MIL lights that are not related to a loss of pressure. The TPMS light may
