1998 Mazda 626 Repair Question
Topics covered: Engine, Gas, Fuel pressure.
Mileage: No information provided.
Mileage: No information provided.
Asked on August 25, 2009
Engine flooding
Engine Performance problem
1998 Mazda 626 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 221000 miles
Car runs great after it gets started. To get it started is a major ordeal. I have to hold the key on and crank the engine none stop for at least 15 to 30 seconds before it starts. I get a strong odor of gas. I've checked the plugs during this and found them to be wet with gas. I'm sure it's flooding out but why. I've replaced the engine coolant temp sensor, new plugs, wires, coil and crankshaft position sensor. Any help I can get on this matter will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
1998 Mazda 626 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 221000 miles
Car runs great after it gets started. To get it started is a major ordeal. I have to hold the key on and crank the engine none stop for at least 15 to 30 seconds before it starts. I get a strong odor of gas. I've checked the plugs during this and found them to be wet with gas. I'm sure it's flooding out but why. I've replaced the engine coolant temp sensor, new plugs, wires, coil and crankshaft position sensor. Any help I can get on this matter will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Asked by mtillotAnswer
Replied on August 25, 2009
Check the fuel pressure and also the pressure regulator and injectors if its leaking and also for a clogged-up return line.
Replied on August 25, 2009
Thanks, when I checked the plugs I found gas in all cylinders so it's a good chance the regulator is bad. I'll check it out, thanks.