Section 331 (General Information): Abbreviations

1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, StandardSECTION Abbreviations
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ABBREVIATIONS REFERENCE

ABS Antilock Brake System
ACC Accessories
ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
ATF Automatic Transaxle Fluid
ATX Automatic Transaxle
BTDC Before Top Dead Center
CAL Calibration ID
CAN Controller Area Network
CCM Comprehensive Component Monitor
CM Control Module
CPU Central Processing Unit
DC Drive Cycle
DEF Defroster
DRL Daytime Running Lamp
EBD Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
E/L Electrical Load
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
ETC Electronic Throttle Control
HI High
HU Hydraulic Unit
HVAC Heater, Ventilation And Air Conditioning
IG Ignition
INT Intermittent
KOEO Key On Engine Off
KOER Key On Engine Running
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
LF Left Front
LH Left Hand
LO Low
LR Left Rear
M Motor
MAX Maximum
MIN Minimum
MTX Manual Transaxle
OCV Oil Control Valve
P/S Power Steering
PID Parameter Identification
RAM Random Access Memory
RF Right Front
RH Right Hand
ROM Read Only Memory
RR Right Rear
SAS Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor
SST Special Service Tool
SW Switch
TCS Traction Control System
TDC Top Dead Center
TFT Transaxle Fluid Temperature
TNS Tail Number Side Lights
VAD Variable Air Duct
VENT Ventilation
WDS Worldwide Diagnostic System
1GR First Gear
2GR Second Gear
5GR Fifth Gear
6GR Sixth Gear
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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.