1999 Mazda 626 after driving and turning off, won't restart

1999 MAZDA 626
132,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
CARLOS G
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
I'm having a problem with car not restarting after driving somewhere and turning off. After waiting, sometimes as 15 min. or up to a few hrs. it will resart.
Mar 28, 2009 at 9:37 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
RASMATAZ
  • CAR REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
  • 75,992 POSTS
After waiting, sometimes as 15 min. or up to a few hrs. it will resart.

Don't wait for 15 mins-Do below immediately to determine if its a fuel or spark problem

Get a starting fluid/ether/better off gas in a spray bottle and spray into the carb or the throttle body on an EFI. Did it start and die? If not disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors- Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it
Mar 29, 2009 at 7:02 AM
Avatar
SWANEPGA
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
sounds to me like a tyical crankshaft position sensor problem
Apr 4, 2009 at 3:13 AM
Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.