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2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

No.5 Engine Stalls-After Start/At Idle: Notes

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
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ENGINE STALLS-AFTER START/AT IDLE - DESCRIPTION AND POSSIBLE CAUSE

5 Engine stalls-after start/at idle
DESCRIPTION 
  • Engine stops unexpectedly.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • A/C system operation is improper
  • Air leakage from intake-air system parts
  • Purge solenoid valve malfunction
  • Improper operation of IAC valve
  • EGR valve malfunction
  • No signal from CKP sensor due to sensor or related wire
  • Vacuum leakage
  • Low engine compression
  • Erratic signal to ignition coil
  • Poor fuel quality
  • PCV valve malfunction
  • Air cleaner restriction
  • Restriction in exhaust system
  • Electrical connector disconnection
  • Open or short circuit in fuel pump body and related harness
  • No battery power supply to PCM or poor GND
  • Inadequate fuel pressure
  • Fuel pump body mechanical malfunction
  • Fuel leakage from fuel injector
  • Fuel injector clogging
  • Immobilizer system and/or circuit malfunction
    WARNING:
    • The following troubleshooting flow chart contains the fuel system diagnosis and repair procedures. Read the following warnings before performing the fuel system services:
      • Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
      • Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete "BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE" and "AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE" described in this manual.

        (See BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE .)

        (See AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE .)
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