Engine Stall

LW2BVZ

MEMBER
2006 MAZDA RX8
6 CYL
MANUAL
51,000 MILES

I have a 2006 Mazda RX8, 6-speed, that has begun to die when coming to a stop (or slowing down) and pressing down the clutch after 30 minutes or so of consistant traveling. Short trips do not seem to be a problem. This typically happens in the afternoon, but is now starting to happen in the moring as well. 99% of the time, the vehicle will start right back up, but just seems odd for it to just die. I replaced the battery a couple of days ago in hopes that the problem would be resolved, but to no avail. Any feedback on this matter would be greatly appreciated.

Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 AT 9:45 PM

1 Reply

KEN L

MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
51,710 POSTS

Hello,

This can be happening for two reasons either you have a vacuum leak or the throttle bore is dirty and needs service. Here are guides to help us confirm the issue and get the problem fixed.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle

Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken

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Friday, January 19th, 2018 AT 1:28 PM