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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA1991MX-6 LX, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROLS - ADJUSTMENTSIDLE SPEED & MIXTUREIDLE MIXTUREB2200 (CARBURETED)
1991 Mazda MX-6 LX, Standard
B2200 (Carbureted)
1991 Mazda MX-6 LX, StandardSECTION B2200 (Carbureted)
- Check for presence of mixture screw roll pin. See Fig 1 . If roll pin has already been removed, go to next step. If roll pin is present, remove carburetor. Drive out mixture screw roll pin. Install carburetor.
- Install air cleaner. Ensure idle compensator valve is closed. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Connect dwell meter (on 4-cylinder setting) between ground and mixture check connector. See Fig 2 .
- Adjust idle speed to 825 RPM. Turn mixture adjusting screw until dwell reading is 27-45 degrees. Reset idle speed (if necessary). Replace mixture roll pin after adjustment. If mixture cannot be adjusted to specification, see appropriate TESTS W/O CODES article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.