Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1994 Mazda MX-3 Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - Tests W/Codes - V6
- Introduction
- Self-Diagnostic System
- Trouble Code Identification
- Trouble Code Charts
- Notes
- Code 2: (Ne2 Signal - Distributor)
- Code 3: (G Signal - Distributor)
- Code 4: (Ne1 Signal - Distributor)
- Code 5: (Knock Sensor)
- Code 8: (Airflow Meter)
- Code 9: (Coolant THERMOSENSOR)
- Code 10: (Intake Air THERMOSENSOR)
- Code 12: (Throttle Sensor)
- Code 14: (Atmospheric Pressure Sensor)
- Code 15 & 23: (Heated Oxygen Sensor)
- Code 16: (EGR Position Sensor)
- Codes 17 & 24: (Feedback System)
- Code 25: (Pressure Regulator Solenoid Valve)
- Code 26: (Purge Control Solenoid Valve)
- Code 28: (EGR Vacuum Valve Solenoid)
- Code 29: (EGR Vent Valve Solenoid)
- Code 34: (Idle Speed Control)
- Code 41: (Variable Inertia Charging SYS Sol 1)
- Code 46: (Variable Inertia Charging System Sol 2)
- Summary
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.