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2000 Mazda 626 Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Body, Throttle body.
Mileage: 256,000 miles.

Asked on January 4, 2013

Mazda 626 Engine Problem

Shortly after the engine is turned on, the engine will race and then almost die until the engine has warmed up.
Sometimes the engine will die completely when coming to a stop.
2.5 V6 / manual transmission
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Replied on January 4, 2013

Is the Malfunction Indicator Light showing?
Could be the cold start is not functioning correctly. Try cleaning the throttle body and IAC.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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