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.
Code Testing
- For B2300 - TESTS W/CODES
- For B3000 - TESTS W/CODES
- For B4000 - TESTS W/CODES
- For Miata - TESTS W/CODES
- For Millenia 2.3L - TESTS W/CODES - 2.3L
- For Millenia 2.5L - TESTS W/CODES - 2.5L
- For MPV - TESTS W/CODES
- For MX-3 - TESTS W/CODES
- For MX-6 & 626 2.0L A/T - TESTS W/CODES - 2.0L A/T
- For MX-6 & 626 2.0L M/T - TESTS W/CODES - 2.0L M/T
- For MX-6 & 626 2.5L - TESTS W/CODES - 2.5L
- For Protege 1.5L - TESTS W/CODES - 1.5L
- For Protege 1.8L - TESTS W/CODES - 1.8L
- For RX7 - TESTS W/CODES
- For 929 - TESTS W/CODES
Use this article to diagnose driveability problems existing when a hard fault code is not present or vehicle is not equipped with a self-diagnostic system.
Use intermittent test procedures to locate driveability problems that do not occur when the vehicle is being tested. These test procedures should also be used if a soft (intermittent) trouble code was present but no problem was found during self-diagnostic testing.
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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.