MAZDA 626 1987 Workshop Manual
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OUTLINE 5 
SPECIFICATIONS 
Gasoline Engine 
item 
Engine 
F6 F8 FE 
(8 VALVE) 
FE (12 VALVE) FE 
(DOHC) 
Battery 
Voltage 
Type and capacity 
12. Negative ground 
(20 hour rate) 34B19L(S) (33 Ah): General 50D20L (50 Ah), 55D23L (60 Ah): ECE 
Alternator 
Type A.C. 
Output V-A 12-70 
Regulator type Transistorized (built-in IC regulator) 
Regulated voltage 14.1-14.7 
Brush length 
mm (in) Standard 16.5 (0.650) 
Minimum 8.0 (0.315) 
Drive belt tension 
mm (in)/98 N (10 kg, 22 lb) New: 6-8 (0.24-0.32), Used: 7-9 (0.28-0.35) 
Starter 
Type Coaxial reduction: Middle East & General (FE • carburetor) 
Non-reduction: Others 
Output V-kW 12-0.85 
Brush length 
mm (in) 
12-0.95 
Standard 17.0 (0.669) 
Minimum 11.5 (0.453) 
Unleaded fuel 
17.0 (0.669) 
Others 
17.51 
Unleaded fuel 11.5(0.453) Others 10,0 (0.394) 
12-1.4 12-0.95 
17.0 (0.669) 
11.5 (0.453) 
Ignition timing 6 ± 10 BTDC (Vacuum hose disconnected) 
12
 ±
 1° BTDC 
(Test connector 
grounded) 
Distributor 
Type Fully transistorized (HEI) 
Electronic spark advance 
Centrifugal spark advance 
(crank angle/engine speed) 
degree/rpm 
F6 
-2-2/1,000 6-10/2,100 14-18/6,100 
F8 -2—2/1,000 10-14/2,100 18-22/6,100 
FE (8 VALVE)—Carburetor Unleaded fuel 
(MTX)-2—2/1,760 12—16/3,360 22—26/5,320 (ATX)-2-2/1,300 12-16/3,360 22-26/5,320 
Others 
-2—2/1,460 10—14/2,540 22—26/5,540 
FE (12 VALVE)—Carburetor -2-2/1,200 10—14/2,400 10—14/4,000 16-20/5,000 
FE—Fuel injection (except FE DOHC) -2—2/1,000 10—14/2,600 10—14/4,600 16—20/5,800 
Unleaded fuel model 76G05X-503 
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5 OUTLINE 
Item 
Engine F6 F8 FE 
(8 VALVE) 
FE (12 VALVE) FE (DOHC) 
F6 and F8 
-2-2/100 6-10/300 
FE (8 VALVE)—Carbu retor Unleaded fuel -2—2/120 8—12/245 
Distributor 
Vacuum spark advance (Crank angle/Vacuum) 
Others (MTX) -2-(ATX) -2--2/100 16-
-2/100 10-
-20/250 
-14/200 
degree/mmHg (inHg) FE (12 VALVE)—Carburetor 
-2-2/120 11-15/300 
FE—Fuel injection (except FE DOHC) [A chamber] -2-2/125 18-22/300 
[B chamber] -2-2/125 -6 10/200 
Spark plug 
Type 
FE (8 VALVE)*1 NGK: BPR5ES-11, BPR6ES-11 Nippon Denso: W16EXR-U11, W20EXR-U11 Others 
NGK: BPR5ES, BPR6ES Nippon Denso: W16EXR-U, W20EXR-U 
NGK: 
BCPR5E, BCPR6E Nippon 
Denso: Q16PR-U, Q20PR-U 
Unleaded fuel 
NGK: BCPR5E-11 BCPR6E-11 BCPR7E-11 
Leaded fuel NGK: BCPR5E BCPR6E 
Plug gap mm (in) 
0.75-0.85 (0.030-0.033), FE (8 VALVE)*1 1.0-1.1 (0.039-0.043) 
0.7-0.8 
(0.028-0.031) 
1.0-1.1 " 
/n noo
 n n/9 
0.7-0.8 *2 (0.028-0.031) 
Firing order 1-3—4-2 76G05X-504 
Diesel Engine 
——Engine Item RF-N RF-CX 
Battery 
Voltage V 12, Negative ground Battery Type and capacity 
(20 hour rate) 80D26L (65) 
50D20L, 50D20R (50)-ECE 80D26L (65) 
65D23L, 65D23R (55) 
Alternator 
Type A.C. 
Alternator 
Output V-A 12-70 12-75 
Alternator 
Regulator type Transistorized (built-in IC regulator) 
Alternator Regulated voltage V 14.1-14.7 Alternator 
Brush length mm (in) 
Standard 16.5 (0.650) 21.5 (0.846) 
Alternator 
Brush length mm (in) Minimum 8.0 (0.315) 8.0 fO.315) 
Alternator 
Drive belt tension 
mm (in)/98 N (10 kg. 92 lb) New: 9-11 (0.35-0.43), Used: 12-14 (0.47-0.55) 
Starter 
Type Reduction 
Starter Output V—kW 12—2.0, 12-2.2 (Cold area) Starter Brush length 
mm (in) 
Standard 2.0 kW: 17.0 (0.669). 2.2 kW: 18.0 (0.709) Starter Brush length 
mm (in) Minimum 2.0 kW: 11.0 (0.453), 2.2 kW: 11.0 (0.453) 
Firing order 1-3-4-2 
Unleaded fuel model *2 Leaded fuel model 
76G05X-505 
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 5 
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 
Problem Possible cause Remedy Page 
Starter does not turn at all, or Its turning speed Is too slow to start the engine. 
Battery and related parts Poor contact of battery terminals Poor grounding of negative cable Voltage drop caused by discharged battery Insufficient voltage caused by battery malfunction 
Clean and tighten Clean and repair Recharge Replace 
5- 8 
5- 8 5- 8 
Ignition switch and related parts Poor contact of ignition switch Loose ignition switch wiring or connector Broken wire between ignition switch and magnetic switch 
Replace Repair Repair or replace 5-38,45,56,66 
Magnetic switch and related parts Loose wiring and/or connectors Burnt magnetic switch contact plate or improper contact Broken wire in magnetic switch pull-in coil Broken wire magnetic switch holding coil 
Repair Replace 
Replace Replace 
5-38,45,56,66 5-43,54,64,74 
5-43,54,64,74 5-43,54.64,74 
Starter Poor contact of brushes 
Fatigued brush spring Poor grounding of field coil Poor soldering of field coil Commutator mulfunction Grounded armature Worn parts 
Adjust contact or replace Replace Replace Repair Repair or Replace Replace Replace 
5-43,54,64,74 
Starting problem Gasoline engine Insufficient battery capacity Malfunction of spark plug (s) 
Loose positive terminal Damaged distributor cap or rotor Ignition coil malfunction laniter malfunction 
Recharge Clean, adjust or replace Tighten Replace Replace Renlane 
5— 8 5— 9 
5—16 5—10 5-16,20 
Diesel engine Insufficient battery capacity QSS svstem malfunction Recharge ReDlace 5— 8 5-76 
Starter turns but pinion gear does not mesh with ring gear 
Starter Tip of overrunning clutch pinion is worn Weakened overrunning clutch drive spring Worn overrunning clutch Improper sliding of spline 
Worn bushing Worn ring gear 
Replace Replace Replace Adjust contact and repair, or replace Replace ReDlace 
5-40,54,70 
Starter turns continuously (does not stop) Magnetic switch Sticking contact place of magnetic switch Layer shorting coil of magnetic switch Ignition switch does not return 
Replace Replace Rfinlanfi 
5-43,54,64,74 5-43,54,64,74 
Misfiring Dirty or damaged spark plug (s) Malfunction of wiring, or open circuit Damaged distributor cap 
Clean or replace Repair or Replace Replace 
5- 9 5—10 5—16 
Discharging of battery Alternator Loose drive belt Grounded or broken stator coil Broken rotor coil Poor contact of brush and slip ring 
Malfunction of rectifier Malfunction of IC regulator Battery and related parts Insufficient or unsuitable battery electrolyte Malfunction of battery electrode (internal short-circuit) Poor contact of battery terminal (s) Excessive electric load 
Adjust Replace Replace Clean, repair or replace Replace Replace 
Adjust Replace 
Clean and tighten Check power consump-tion and short circuit 
5-37 5-32 5-32 5-32 
5-34 
5— 8 5- 8 
5— 8 
Overcharging of battery IC regulator malfunction Operating in extremely high temperature Replace Reoair 
Poor acceleration Mis-adjusted ignition timing Distributor malfunction Adjust Repair or replace 5—11 5—11 
Knocking Mis-adjusted ignition timing | Distributor malfunction Adjust Repair or replace 5—11 5—11 
76G05X-003 
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5 BATTERY 
BATTERY 
INSPECTION 
Terminal and Cable 
1. Check the tightness of the terminals to ensure good 
electrical connections. Clean the terminals and coat 
them with grease after tightening the terminal. 
2. Inspect for corroded or frayed battery cables. 
3. Check the rubber protector on the positive termi-
nal for proper coverage. 
4BG05X-006 
Electrolyte Level 
1. Check whether or not the electrolyte level lies be-
tween the "UPPER LEVEL" and the "LOWER 
LEVEL" lines. 
2. If low, add distilled water by the "UPPER LEVEL". 
Do not overfill. 
4BG05X-007 
Specific Gravity 
1. Measure the specific gravity by using a 
hydrometer. 
2. If the specific gravity reading is standard or less, 
recharge the battery. 
Standard gravity: 1.22 
Fully charged gravity: 1.27—1.29 
76G05X-004 
RECHARGE 
Quick Charge 
1. Remove the battery from the vehicle. 
2. Remove all the vent caps. 
3. Perform a quick charge (6A or above, but max. 
20 A). 
4. Add distilled water if necessary while charging. 
5. Cool the battery not to exceed the electrolyte tem-
perature over 55°C (131 °F) while charging. 
6. Charge once more if the specific gravity is under 
fully charged gravity. 
4BG05X-009 
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SPARK PLUG 5 
Slow Charge 
1. Stop the engine 
2. Turn all the accessories off. 
3. Remove the negative battery cable. 
4. Perform a slow charge (3.5A to 4.5A). 
5. Add distilled water if necessary while charging. 
6. Charge once more if the specific gravity is under 
fully charged gravity. 
4BG05X-010 
SPARK PLUG 
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 
Note the following points: 
1. When the high-tension lead is to be pulled off, be 
sure to pull the boot itself, and not the wire. 
2. Tighten the spark plugs to the specified torque. 
Tightening torque: 15—23 N-m 
(1.5—2.3 m-kg, 10.8—16.6 ft-lb) 
76G05X-054 
Wear and adhesion or cabon 
INSPECTION 
Check the following points. If a problem is found, re-
place the spark plug. 
1. Damaged insulation 
2. Worn electrodes 
3. Carbon deposits 
If cleaning is necessary, use a plug cleaner or a 
wire brush. Clean the upper insulator also. 
4. Damaged gasket 
5. Burnt condition of spark insulator 
6. If it is black with carbon deposits, either misfiring 
due to improper proportions of gas and air or over-
heating of the plug may have occurred. 
Plug gap: 
FE (12VALVE) and FE DOHC Leaded fuel 
model: 
0.70—0.80 mm (0.028—0.031 in) 
FE (8VALVE) and FE DOHC Unleaded fuel 
model: 
1.0—1.10 mm (0.039—0.043 in) 
Others: 
0.75—0.85 mm (0.030—0.034 in) 
76G05X-005 
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5 IGNITION COIL, HIGH-TENSION LEAD 
IGNITION COIL 
INSPECTION 
Primary Coil 
Use an ohmmeter and check for resistance in the pri-
mary coil. If it is not within the specification, replace 
the coil. 
Primary coil resistance: (at 20°C 68°F) 
FE DOHC...0.72—0.88 Q 
Others 1.04—1.27 Q 
76G05X-006 
Secondary Coil 
Use a ohmmeter to measure the resistance of the 
secondary coil. If it is not within specification, replace 
the coil. 
Secondary coil resistance: (at 20°C 68°F) 
FE DOHC 10.3—13.9 kQ 
Others 7.1— 9.7 k« 
76G05X-055 
Insulation of Case 
Use a 500V megger tester to measure the insula-
tion resistance between the primary terminal and the 
case. 
The standard reading is 10 MQ or more. 
86U05X-046 
HIGH-TENSION LEAD 
INSPECTION 
Measure the resistance using an ohmmeter. 
Resistance: 16 kQ per 1m (3.28 ft) 
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DISTRIBUTOR 5 
7BU05X-075 
86U05X-048 
76G05X-007 
DISTRIBUTOR 
SPARK TEST 
1. Disconnect the distributor lead from the distributor. 
2. Hold it with insulated pliers approx. 5—10 mm 
(0.20—0.39 in) from a ground. 
3. Crank the engine and check that a strong blue 
spark is visible. 
4. If there is no spark, the ignition coil or pick-up coil 
may be bad. 
Check once again after replacing the ignition coil 
or pick-up coil. 
IGNITION TIMING 
1. Warm up the engine to the normal operating tem-
perature. 
2. Turn all electric loads OFF. 
3. Connect a tachometer and timing light to the 
engine. 
4. Connect a jumper wire between the test connec-
tor and ground. (Only for FE DOHC) 
5. Check the idle speed. Set to the specified speed 
if necessary. 
Idle speed: 750 ± 50 rpm (FE DOHC) 
800 t58 rpm (F6, F8 FE—MTX) 
900 i58 rpm (F8, FE—ATX 
in "P" range) 
950 -5o rmp (F6—ATX 
in "P" range) 
6. Check that the timing mark (Yellow) on the crank-
shaft pulley and the mark on the timing belt cover 
are aligned. 
Ignition timing: 
FE DOHC: 12 ± 1° BTDC 
(Test connector grounded) 
Others: 6 ± 1° 
(Vacuum hoses disconnected and 
plugged) 
76G05X-008 
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DISTRIBUTOR 
8.
 If
 the mark is not aligned, loosen the distributor lock 
bolt, and turn the distributor housing to make the 
adjustment. 
9. Reconnect the vacuum hoses, or disconnect the 
jumper wire from the test connector. 
10. Tighten the distributor lock bolt to specified torque. 
Tightening torque: 
18.6—25.5 Nm 
(1.9—2.6 m-kg, 13.7—18.8 ft-lb) 
86U05X-051 
SPARK CONTROL (Except FE DOHC) 
Centrifugal Advance 
1. Warm up the engine to the normal operating tem-
perature. 
2. Check that the idle speed and initial ignition tim-
ing are correct. 
3. Disconnect the vacuum hoses from the vacuum 
control unit and plug them. 
76G05X-009 
F6 
Engine Speed (rpm) 
4. While gradually increasing the engine speed, use 
a timing light to check the advance on the pulley. 
Excess advance weak governor spring 
(If the governor spring is broken, 
the advance will rise very high) 
Insufficient advance...governor weight or cam 
malfunction 
86U05X-053 
F8 
Engine Speed (rpm) Engine Speed (rpm) 
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DISTRIBUTOR 5 
FE West Germany (MTX) 
24c 
14< 
0 0) O) 
a> 
® 
O) c a> ^ 
I 0 1.76° 3.36° 5.32° 
Engine Speed (rpm) 
FE 12 valve (Carb.) 
© © 
118° 
12° O) c (0 
c CO 
6 o 1,200 2,400 4,0005,000 
Engine Speed (rpm) 
FE West Germany (ATX) 
oT
 24' 0) a> © "D 
© O) c CO JX c CO 
14c 
6 0 1,300 3,350 5,320 
Engine Speed (rpm) 
EF EGI a) © 
O) a> © 
o> c © 
C CO 
O 
18° 
12° 
1,000 2,600 4,600 5,800 
Engine Speed (rpm) 
F6, F8 © © 
O) © tj, © 
cn 
« 8° 
c a) 
6 o 
86U05X-054 
100 (3.94) 300 (11.81) 
mmHg (inHg) 
Vacuum Advance 
1. Warm up the engine to the normal operating tem-
perature. 
2. Check that the idle speed and ignition timing are 
correct. 
3. Disconnect the vacuum hoses from the vacuum 
control unit, and plug them. 
4. Connect a vacuum pump to the vacuum control 
unit. 
5. Apply vacuum and check the advance with the tim-
ing light. 
86U05X-055 
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5 DISTRIBUTOR 
FE General (MTX) 
© a> 
|18° © 
o> c (0 J* 
c CO 
O o 100 (3.94)250 (9.84) 
mmHg (inHg) 
<D a) w O) a) © 
o> c (0 
c (0 
FE 12 valve (Carb.) 
13e 
O 0 300 
(11.81) mmHg (inHg) 
FE West Germany (MTX) 
© © 
O) © 
© 0)10° CO 
c CO 6 0 
FE West Germany MTX 
120 245 
(4.72) (9.65) mmHg (inHg) 
FE General ATX 
© S> o> © •o 
O) 12 © CJ) c (0 
c <0 
O 
100 200 
(3.94) (7.87) mmHg (inHg) 
FEE 
© © 
O) © 
© O) C cd JC c CO 
20 A chamber 
/200 
/(7-87) Vacuum 
co -8 w 
300 
|(11.81) 
[mm Hg (in Hg)] 
B chamber 
REMOVAL 
1. Remove the high-tension leads. 
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose(s) and wiring. 
3. Loosen the distributor lock bolt(s). 
4. Remove the distributor. 
Note 
Do riot turn the crankshaft after the distribu-
tor has been removed. 
76G05X-010 
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