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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA1999626 ES, 2.5 D, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTINGRELAYS & SOLENOIDSMAIN RELAY
1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, Standard
Main Relay
1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, StandardSECTION Main Relay
- Ensure main relay clicks when ignition is turned on and off. If no sound is heard, locate and remove main relay from main fuse block, in left side of engine compartment. Using ohmmeter, check continuity between terminals "C" and "D". See Figure . Continuity should not exist.
- Using jumper wires, apply battery voltage to relay terminal "A" and ground terminal "B". Check continuity between relay terminals "C" and "D". Continuity should exist with battery voltage applied. If continuity is not as specified, replace main relay.
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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.