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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA1999PROTEGE ES, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURESFUEL SYSTEMPRELIMINARY CHECKSNOTES
1999 Mazda Protege ES, Automatic
Preliminary Checks: Notes
1999 Mazda Protege ES, AutomaticSECTION Notes
Ensure following systems and components are in good condition and operating properly before diagnosing problems in fuel injection system:
- Check battery and charging system condition.
- Check all wiring and vacuum connections.
- Check air cleaner and ducting.
- Check state of tune.
- Check fuel delivery system.
- Check cooling system.
- Check inertia fuel shutoff switch.
- Check for blown head gasket (liquid in cylinder).
- Check fuel tank contents and fuel gauge accuracy.
- Check for dirt, water or other contamination in fuel.
- Check fuel lines and fittings for leaks.
- Check fuel delivery system for proper pressure and volume.
- Check for inoperative fuel injectors.
- Check for improperly installed electronic equipment such as anti-theft system, CB radio, cellular telephone or stereo.
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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.