1992 Mazda Protege DX, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Model Coverage

MODEL COVERAGE

Model Body Engine (1) Engine ID Fuel System Ignition System
B2200 11, 12, 2122, 31, 32 2.2L (8-Valve) 3 2V/PFI (2) HEI (2)(3)
B2600i 11, 31, 41 51, 61 2.6L (12-Valve) 4 PFI ESA (4)
Miata 35 1.6L (16-Valve) 1 (5) PFI ESA (4)
MPV 52, 62 2.6L (12-Valve) 1 PFI Magnetic
MPV 52, 62 3.0L V6 2 PFI Magnetic
MX-3 43 1.6L (16-Valve) (5) 1,2,3,4 SFI Hall Sensor (6)
MX-6 31 2.2L (12-Valve) (7) B, D 2, 4 PFI Magnetic (7)
Navajo 44 4.0L V6 X PFI DIS (8)
Protege 22 1.8L (16-Valve) (9) 4, 6, 8 PFI Magnetic
323 23 1.6L (8-Valve) 2, 4 PFI Magnetic
626 22 2.2L (12-Valve) (7) B, D, PFI Magnetic (7)
929 61 3.0L V6 24-Valve 1 PFI Magnetic
(1) See illustrations for engine code and serial number location.
(2) California models have PFI systems with Electronic Spark Advance (ESA) ignition system.
(3) High Energy ignition system (HEI).
(4) Electronic Spark Advance (ESA) ignition system.
(5) GS model has 1.8L V6 DOHC (24-valve) engine.
(6) GS model also has a magnetic sensor on crank pulley.
(7) GT model is turbocharged and intercooled with Electronic Spark Advance (ESA) ignition system.
(8) Distributorless ignition system (DIS).
(9) LX model has 1.8L 4-cyl. DOHC (16-valve) engine.
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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.