Why does my Mazda 323 not start properly?
It is electromechanic and, when it fails, it causes all the problems you’ve been experiencing. It can either be that the vacuum inlet is blocked or that the electric contact is dirty. Check them both and your engine will start working properly again, even when the air conditioning is on.
Why does my Mazda 323 smell like fuel?
A bad contact in this switch was the cause of the problem. When starting the car for the first time in the day, there is a strong raw fuel smell emerging from the exhaust. It is only during some seconds that this can be noticed and it then disappears for the rest of the day.
What should I do if my Mazda warning light keeps coming on?
If any of the following warning lights or the indicator light turns on/flashes, the system may have a malfunction. Contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer to have your vehicle inspected. If the ABS warning light stays on while you’re driving, the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction.
How old is the engine on a Mazda 323?
My Mazda is already 25 years old and the engine has not needed to be repaired, not even once. It responds when you demand it and it has never stalled. It is comfortable and has got a reasonable fuel comsumption. If you take care of it properly, this car won’t let you down.
How to reset immobilizer on a 1998 Mazda 323?
Turn key 1 back to ON. Observe illumination of security light in instrument panel. b. Turn key 1 to LOCK and remove key 1 from steering lock. Observe security light goes out. 3. Using key 2, start engine. Observe security light illumination (for 1-2 seconds ) and engine continues to run. a. Turn key 2 to LOCK and remove from steering lock. 4.
What does the ABS warning light on a Mazda mean?
Should this happen, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible. When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does not indicate an ABS malfunction. Recharge the battery.
Is the 1998 Mazda 323 an Australian car?
yes it is a 1998 mazda 323, australian car, doesn’t crank or start. Good morning. Here is the immobilizer programming procedure for a 1998 Mazda 626 since I am in the USA, we don’t have the 323. They quit sending it here in 1989. The system is all the same on Mazda cars with immobilizer. Thanks Drew.
What does the push button start indicator light mean?
If the message is indicated, or the push button start indicator light (amber) flashes, the engine may not start. If the engine cannot be started, try starting it using the emergency operation for starting the engine, and have the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.