If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine).
Follow this procedure:
1. If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, wait ten seconds and try again.
2. Make sure the parking brake is on.
3. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there.
4. Depress the clutch pedal (Manual transaxle) or the brake pedal (Automatic transaxle), then press the push button start. If the engine starts, release the accelerator immediately because the engine will suddenly rev up.
5. If the engine fails to start, crank it without depressing the accelerator.
If the engine still does not start using the above procedure, have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Push-StartingDrive Belt
Purpose, Function
The drive belt transmits rotation force of the crankshaft pulley to the pulley
for the auxiliary parts.
Construction
The drive belt is installed to the front of the engine.
A V-ribbed belt has been adopted for the drive belt.
The wat ...
Cylinder Head Gasket Replacement
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious injury
and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
Fuel line spills and leakag ...
Rear Drive Shaft Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
1
Boot band (differential side)
(See Boot Band (Differential Side) Disassembly Note.)
(See Boot Band (Differential Side) Assembly Note.)
2
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