1987 MAZDA 626 coolant

3A TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE i
SPECIFICATIONS
^Engine model
Item ^__
FE-DOHC
FE 8-valve,
F8, F6...except
Middle East
.General
FE 12-valve
FE 8-valve F8, F6...only Middle East General

Cooling system Water cooled, forced circulation
Coolant capacity liters (US qt, Imp qt)
With heater 7.5 (7.9, 6.6) Coolant capacity liters (US qt, Imp qt) Without heater 7.0 (7.4, 6.2)
Water pump Type Centrifugal, timing belt driven Water pump
Water seal Unified seal
Thermostat
Type Wax, 2-stage Wax
Thermostat
Opening temperature °C(°F) Sub
.
83.5-86.5 (182-188) Main: 86.5-89.5 (188-193) 86.5-89.5 (188-193) 80.5-83.5 (177-182) Thermostat
Full-open temperature °C(°F) 100 (212) 95 (203)
Thermostat
Full-open lift
mm
(in) Sub: 1.5 (0.06) min.
Main: 8.0 (0.31) min. 8.5 (0.33) min.
Radiator
Type Corrugated
Radiator Cap valve opening pressure
kPa (kg/cm2, psi) 74-103 (0.75-1.05, 11-15)
Cooling
fan

Capacity
W

MTX 80
Cooling
fan

Capacity
W
ATX 120
Cooling
fan
Number
of
blade 4 Cooling
fan

Outer diameter
of
blade
mm
(in) MTX 320 (12.6)
Cooling
fan

Outer diameter
of
blade
mm
(in)
ATX 340 (13.4)

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Possible Cause Remedy Page
Overheating
Insufficient coolant Add 3A—
5

Coolant leakage Repair
—

Radiator fins clogged Clean 3A—
7

Radiator cap malfunction Replace 3A-
6

Cooling fan malfunction Repair 3A-12 Thermostat malfunction Replace 3 A-11
Water passage clogged Clean 3A—
5

Water
DumD
malfunction ReDair
or
replace 3A-
8
Corrosion
Impurities
in
coolant Replace 3A-
5
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3A—4

COOLANT 3A
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69G03A-006
COOLANT
INSPECTION
Coolant Level (Engine cold)
1. Check that the coolant level is near the radiator inlet
port.
2. Check that the coolant level in the coolant reser-
voir is between the FULL and LOW marks.
Add coolant if necessary.
Warning
a) Never remove the radiator cap while the en-
gine is hot.
b)Wrap a thick cloth around the cap when
removing it.
Coolant Quality
1. Check that there is no build-up of rust or scales
around the radiator cap or radiator filler neck.
2. Check that coolant is free from oil.
3. Replace the coolant, if necessary.
Coolant Leakage
1. Connect a tester and SST to the radiator inlet port.
2. Apply 103 kPa (1.05 kg/cm2, 15 psi) pressure
to the system.
3. Check that the pressure is held.
If not, check for coolant leakage.
Warning
When removing either the radiator cap or the
tester, loosen it slowly until the pressure in
the radiator is released, and then remove it.
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REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the radiator cap and loosen the drain plug.
2. Drain the coolant into a suitable container.
Warning
a) Never open the radiator cap while the en-
gine is hot.
b)Wrap a thick cloth around the cap when
loosening.
c) Use caution when draining hot coolant.
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3A-5

3A RADIATOR CAP
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86U03X-007
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3. Set the heater control switch to the maximum heat
position.
4. Flush the cooling system with water until all traces
of color are gone, then let the system drain com-
pletely.
5. Fill with the proper mixture and amount of ethy-
lene glycol-based coolant.
Caution
a) Do not use alcohol- or methanol-based
coolant.
b) Use only soft (demineralized) water in the
coolant mixture.
Anti-freeze solution mixture percentage

Protection Volume percentage Gravity
at

20°C (68°F) Protection Solution Water
Gravity
at

20°C (68°F)
Above -16°C (3°F) 35 65 1.054
Above -26°C (-15°F) 45 55 1.066
Above -40°C (-40°F) 55 45 1.078

6. Run the engine at idle with the radiator cap re-
moved. Let any air bleed from the system, and add
more coolant.
7. Install the radiator cap, and inspect all connections
for leakage.
RADIATOR CAP
INSPECTION
Radiator Cap Valve
1. Remove foreign material (such as water residue)
from between the radiator cap valve and the valve
seat.
2. Attach the radiator cap to a tester with the SST.
Apply pressure gradually to 74—103 kPa
(0.75—1.05 kg/cm2, 11—15 psi).
3. Wait about 10 seconds; then check that the pres-
sure has not decreased.
Negative Pressure Valve
1. Pull the negative-pressure valve to open it. Check
that it closes completely when released.
2. Check for damage on the contact surfaces, and
for cracked or deformed seal packing.
3. Replace the radiator cap if necessary.
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3A—6

RADIATOR 3A
RADIATOR
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Drain the engine coolant.
2. Remove in the sequence shown in the figure.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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5. Upper and lower radiator hose
6. Cooling fan and radiator assembly
7. Cooling fan
INSPECTION
Check the following points. Repair or replace if
necessary.
1. Cracks, damage, or water leakage
2. Bent fins (Repair with a screwdriver)
3. Distorted or bent radiator inlet.
Note
a) Position the hose clamp in the original location on the hose.
b) Squeeze the clamp lightly with large pliers to ensure a good fit. 86U03X-010
1. Coolant reservoir hose
2. ATF hose (ATX)
3. Water thermo switch connector
4. Cooling fan connector
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3A-7

3A WATER PUMP
WATER PUMP
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Turn the crankshaft so that the No. 1 cylinder is at TDC of compression.
3. Drain the engine coolant.
4. Remove in the sequence shown in the figure.
1. Timing belt (Refer to Section 1B) 4. Idler pulley
2. Camshaft pulley (Refer to Section 1B) 5. Water pump
3. Seal plate 6. O-ring
3A—8

THERMOSTAT 3A
69G03B-010
76G03A-008
76G03A-009
THERMOSTAT
REMOVAL
1. Drain the engine coolant.
2. Remove the thermostat cover.
3. Remove the thermostat.
INSPECTION
Check the thermostat. Replace if necessary.
1. Visually check that the valve is airtight.
2. Place the thermostat and a thermometer in water.
3. Gradually heat the water and check the following:
\ Model
Item
FEDOHC
FE 8-valve F8,F6...except
Middle
East General FE 12-valve
FE 8-valve, F8,F6...only Middle East General

Initial opening
tem-
perature

Sub
valve 83.5—86.5°C (182—188°F) Main valve 86.5—89.5°C (188—193°F)
86.5—89.5°C
(188—193°F)
80.5—83.5°C (177—182°F)
Full-open
temperature 100°C (212°F) 95°C (203°F)
Full-open
lift

Sub
valve
1.5
mm
(0.06 in) min.
Main valve
8.0
mm
(0.31 in) min.
8.5
mm
(0.33
in)min.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the thermostat into the cylinder head with
jiggle pin at the top.
2. Install a new gasket with the seal print side facing
the cylinder head.
3. Install the thermostat cover.
Tightening torque:
19—30
N
m (1.9—3.1 m-kg, 14—22 ft-lb)
4. Replenish the coolant.
5. Start the engine and check for leaks.
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3 A-11

3B
COOLING SYSTEM
(DIESEL)
OUTLINE 3B— 2
COOLANT FLOW CHART 3B— 2
SPECIFICATIONS 3B— 3
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 3B— 3
COOLANT 3B— 4
INSPECTION 3B— 4
REPLACEMENT 3B— 4
RADIATOR CAP 3B— 5
INSPECTION 3B— 5
RADIATOR 3B— 6
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 3B— 6
INSPECTION 3B— 6
WATER PUMP 3B— 7
REMOVAL 3B— 7
INSPECTION 3B— 8
INSTALLATION 3B— 8
THERMOSTAT 3B— 9
REMOVAL 3B— 9
INSPECTION 3B— 9
INSTALLATION 3B— 9
COOLING FAN 3B—10
SYSTEM CIRCUIT 3B—10
CIRCUIT INSPECTION 3B—10
FAN MOTOR 3B—11
WATER THERMO SWITCH 3B—12
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3B OUTLINE
OUTLINE
COOLANT FLOW CHART
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1. Water pump 4. Coolant reservoir
2. Thermostat 5. CSD coolant passage
3. Radiator 6. Oil cooler
3B-2