MAZDA PROTEGE 1992 Workshop Manual
Manufacturer: MAZDA, Model Year: 1992, Model line: PROTEGE, Model: MAZDA PROTEGE 1992Pages: 1164, PDF Size: 81.9 MB
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE F
USING THIS SECTION
Introduction
Most of the fuel and emission control system is electrically controlled, often making it difficult to diagnose
problems in the system, especially intermittent problems, Before undertaking actual checks, take a few minutes
to talk with a customer who approaches with a drivability complaint. The customer is often a good source
of information on such problems, especially intermittent ones. Through talks with the customer, one can find
out what the symptoms are and under what conditions they occur.
Work flow
CHECK IN
LISTEN TO CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS
REFER TO TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE THAT - - - - - - - - - - - DIAGNOSTIC INDEX
CORRESPONDS TO ACTUAL SYMPTOM (Refer to page F-23)
CHECK FOR WHAT IS BAD IN SYSTEM - - - - - - - - - - - - - INSPECTION
1
CHECK FOR WHAT PART IS BAD - - - - - - -,- - - - - - - ACTION
i I
REPAIR/REPLACEMENT - - - - - - - - 1
I
DETERMINE IF TROUBLE HAS BEEN ELIMINATED
1 Yes
CHECK OUT
13lJOFX-008
Diagnostic index
No.:
Each troubleshooting item is
assigned a number.
TROUBLESHOOTING ITEM: There are 29 troubleshooting
items. Choose the item that
most closely
corresponds to
the actual symptom.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
‘ROUBLESHOOTINl3 ITEM
f H
DESCRIPTION
iE
7
-
DESCRIPTION:
Describes each troubleshooting
item.
/
PAGE:
Shows the reference page.
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F-25
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Troubleshooting chart
6 I
CRANKS NORMALLY BUT HARD TO START - WHEN ENGINE COLD
*Engine cranks at normal speed but requires excessive crankmg time before starting
IESCRIP-
l Batterv in normal condition
llON l Restans OK after warmup l Engine runs normally at idle [If Idle condrtron is not OK, refer to “Rough idle” (Nos. S-12)]
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS]
B Air/Fuel mrxture too rrch @Air/Fuel mixture too lean
l Arrflow meter stickrng l Fuel iniectron control malfunction
l Aw cleaner element clogged
*Idle weed control malfunction (Correction for coolant temperature)
0 Poor atomizatron
- ~~ ~~ *Low RVP (summer) fuel is used rn cold weather >
f INSPECTION T Check If “00” is displayed on Self-Diagnosis
Checker wth Ignition switch ON -
Yes
No CT page F-73
SYSTEM SELECT: 1
“SELECT SW: A
Check if ECU terminal voltages are OK
(Especially 1C. 2D. and 2Q)
cc page F-144
Check If engine starts easily when throttle valve -
Yes
-
NO
-
Yes ACTION
Go to next step
Malfunctlon Code No. dlsplayed
Check for cause (Refer to specified
check sequence)
“58” flashes CT- page F-79
Check ECU terminal 1F voltage
Speciflcetlon: Battery voltage CT page F-144
(Ignition ewltch ON)
+ If OK, replace ECU CT page F-143
e If. not OK, check wrring between
ECU and Self-Diagnoos Checker
Go to next step
Check for cause CI page F-145
(-!hnrlr ,‘ ICP ..-I..- .^ nv
c+ page F-103
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DESCRIPTION:
Further describes the symptom. Confirm that the chart addresses the actual symptom before beginning
troubleshooting.
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS:
This describes the possible point of malfunction.
STEP:
This shows the order of troubleshooting. Proceed with troubleshooting as indicated.
INSPECTION:
This describes an inspection to quickly determine the malfunction of parts. If a detailed procedure is necessary
to perform the INSPECTION, refer to the page shown by the “~7” mark.
ACTION:
This recommends the appropriate action to take as a result (Yes/No) of the INSPECTION. How to perform
the action is described on the reference page shown by the “~7” mark.
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F-26
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DIAGNOSTIC INDEX
No. TROUBLESHOOTING ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Will not crank or cranks slowly Refer to Engine Electrical System PAGE
G- 4
Engine cranks at normal speed but shows no sign of 1 F-30
Engine cranks at normal speed but shows only par-
I
tial combustion and will not continue to run
Engine starts normally when cold, but will not start af-
After warm-up
5 Cranks normally but
Always
hard to start Engine cranks at normal speed but requires exces-
sive cranking time before starting F-36
F-38
I----
F-40 Same condition as No.5 when engine cold
Restarts normally after warm-up
Same cond;ion as No.5 after running and hot
soaked
Starts normally when cold
8
H
Rough idle
9 (Low idle speed)/
Engine stalls at idle Enaine stalls or vibrates excessivelv at idle
Engine stalls or vibrates excessively at idle during
warm-up 1 F-42
F-44
Engine runs normally at idle during warm-up but
vibrates excessively or stalls after warm-up
Engine stalls or vibrates excessively at idle when
A/C, P/S, or E/L ON F-46
F-46
starting (acceleration from idle)
l---- Engine stalls or vibrates excessively only just after
Idle speed excessive after warm-up 1 F-50 F-49 12 Rough idle/Engine stalls just after starting
13 High idle speed after warm-up
1 14 1 Idle moves up and down/Idle hunting Engine speeds up and down periodically at idle
1 F-52
I l5 I Engine stalls on deceleration
Engine unexpectedly stops running while decelerat-
ing or after deceleration F-54
Engine intermittently stops running
Flat spot occurs just after accelerator depressed or
mild jerkrng occurs during acceleration
Unexpected change in engine speed which is usually
repetitive F-56
F-57
F-59 16 Engine stalls suddenly (Intermittent)
17 Hesitates/Stumbles on acceleration
1 18 1 Surges while cruising
19
I I
Lack of power Performance poor under load when throttle valve F-61
wide open
Maximum speed reduced
Performance poor-while accelerating
-I- F-65 20 Poor acceleration
21 Runs rough on deceleration/Backfire Engine runs rough while decelerating and abnormal
combustion occurs in exhaust system F-69
Abnormal combustion accompanied by audible
“pinging” noise
Gasoline odor in cabin 22 Knocking
23 Fuel odor
24 Exhaust sulfur smell
26 High oil consumption Exhaust gas smells abnormal
Oil consumption excessive
Fuel economy unsatisfactory 1 26 1 Poor fuel economy 1 F-75
Self-Diagnosis Checker does not indicate malfunction
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Description of Drivability
STUMBLE : Mild jerking during acceleration.
HESITATION: Flat spot occurring just after the accelerator pedal is depressed.
SURGE : Continuous soft jerking during cruise.
ENGINE SPEED
1
I No.18 SURGE
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE F
REAR SEAT C
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9MUOF2-1;
PRECAUTION
Fuel Pressure Release and Servicing Fuel System
Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure even when
the engine is not running.
a) Before disconnecting any fuel line, release the fuel pres-
sure from the fuel system to reduce the possibility of injury
or fire.
1. Start the engine.
2. Push the rear seat cushion buttons and remove the
cushion.
3. Disconnect the fuel pump connector.
4. After the engine stalls, turn off the ignition switch.
5. Reconnect fuel pump connector and install the rear seat
cushion.
b) Use a rag as protection from fuel spray when disconnect-
ing the hoses.
Plug the hoses after removal.
c) When inspecting the fuel system, use a suitable fuel pres-
sure gauge.
Caution
l Install hose clamps to secure the fuel pressure
gauge to the fuel filter and the fuel main hose to pre-
vent fuel leakage.
Pinching Hose
When pinching an air hose or a fuel hose with pliers, wrap
the hose with a rag to prevent damage.
03UOFX-016
F-29
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SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING
2 CRANKS NORMALLY BUT WILL NOT START (NO COMBUSTION)
l Engine cranks at normal speed but shows no sign of “firing”
DESCRIP-
*Battery in normal condition
TION
*Throttle valve not held fully open while cranking (Dechoke system not operate)
*Fuel in tank [TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS]
Because of no combustion, possibly no fuel is injected to engine or no ignition at all cylinders
:I) No spark
@I Low fuel line pressure
l Ignition control malfunction
@ Low engine compression l Ignition system component malfunction
3 No fuel injection
l Fuel pump inoperative l Injectors inoperative
TEP INSPECTION
ACTION
1 Check if strong blue spark is visible at discon-
Yes Go to Step 3
netted high-tension lead
No Go to Step 2
2 Check if “00” is displayed on Self-Diagnosis
Yes Check ignition system (Refer to
Checker with ignition switch ON
Troubleshooting “Misfire”) w page G-5
w page F-82
No Service Code No. displayed
Check for cause (Refer to specified
check sequence) w page F-83
“88” flashes
Check ECU terminal 1F voltage w page F-150
Specification: Battery voltage
(Ignition switch ON)
W: SELF TEST e If OK, replace ECU w page F-149 c3 If not OK, check wiring between
SELECT SW: A ECU and Self-Diagnosis Checker
3 Connect diagnosis connector terminals F/P and
Yes Check if engine starts in this condition
GND with jumper wire and check for fuel pump
operating sound with ignition switch ON c3 If starts, check circuit opening relay c7 page F-129
w page F-125
c3 If does not start, go to Step 5
DIAGNOSIS C
Go to next step ._-,
._. ,
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE F
w page F-125
tor (W/R) wire with ignition switch ON
MTX...lN, 2A, 2U, 2V
ATX... IT, 3A, 3U, 3V w page F-150
w page F-172
Fuel Line pressure:
265-314 kPa (2.7-3.2 kg/cm2, 36-46 psi)
fuel return hose w page F-129
fuel return hose is clogged or w page F-120
CT page F-130
(6.5 kg/cm2, 121 psi)-300 rpm
(9.0 kg/cm2, 128 psi)300 rpm
l Defective cylinder head gasket l Distorted cylinder head
WEAR AND C
AMAGE AND
ETERIORATION CT- page F-149
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3 CRANKS NORMALLY BUT WILL NOT START (PARTIAL COMBUSTION) - WHEN ENGINE COLD
DESCRIP- *Engine cranks at normal speed but shows only partial combustion and will not continue to run
TION
l Battery in normal condition
*Fuel in tank
[TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS]
0 Air/Fuel mixture too rich
*Air cleaner element clogged
l Airflow meter stuck @ Low engine compression
@ Air/Fuel mixture too lean
l Fuel injection control malfunction
(Correction for coolant temperature)
*Low fuel line pressure
*Air leakage of intake air system
Checker with ignition switch ON
CT page F-83
w page F-150
Specification: Battery voltage
(Ignition switch ON)
W: SELF TEST w page F-149
Fuel line pressure:
285-314 kPa (2.7-3.2 kg/cm’, 38-48 psi) If fuel line pressure quickly in-
creases, check pressure regulator CF- page F-129
d If fuel line pressure gradually in-
creases check for clogging be-
I pump and pressure
Check if fuel return hose is clogged or
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TEP INSPECTION ACTION
4 Check if ECU terminal voltages are OK Yes Go to next step
MTX...Especially IC, 20 and 2Q
ATX... Especially lC, 2E and 3D v page F-150
No Check for cause ~3‘ page F-151
5
Check for air leakage of intake air system com- Yes Repair or replace
ponents
No Go to next step
6 Check if engine starts when water thermosensor Yes Check water thermosensor c7 page F-158 is disconnected
Check for correct engine compression 82-10 ’ No
Check engine condition CIP page Bl-10
Engine compression: 82-10
l BP SOHC l Worn piston, piston rings or cylinder 834 kPa (8.5 kg/cm*, 121 psi)300 rpm
wall
l BP DOHC l Defective cylinder head gasket 883 kPa (9.0 kg/cm*, 128 psi)-300 rpm l Distorted cylinder head
l B8 l Improper valve seating 932 kPa (9.5 kg/cm*, 135 psi)300 rpm *Valve sticking in guide
9 Check if spark plugs are OK Yes Go to next step CT- page G-18
1.0-l .l mm
(0.039-0.043 in) DAMAGE AND
DETERIORATION No Clean, or replace c7 page G-18
10 Try known good ECU and check if condition
improves CT- page F-149
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4
CRANKS NORMALLY BUT WILL NOT START (PARTIAL COMBUSTION) - AFTER WARM-UP *Engine cranks at normal speed and shows partial combustion but will not continue to run after running and
DESCRIP- hot soaked
TION *Battery in normal condition
*Engine starts normally when cold
[TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS] 3 Air/Fuel mixture too rich
@ Vapor lock
l Insufficient fuel injection control
*Fuel pressure not held in fuel line after engine stopped
(Correction for coolant temperature)
*High RVP (winter) fuel used in warm weather
l Injector fuel leakage @ Pressure regulator control system malfunction [BP]
switch ON, then check if en
D‘ page F-134
Fuel line pressure:
265-314 kPa (2.7-3.2 kg/cm’, 36-46 psi) ne pressure w
+ If fuel line pressure quickly in-
if fuel return hose is clogged
or
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