
Mazda 323
o Workshop
b Manual CONTENTS
r Title Section
IG eneral Information
Pre-Delivery inspection and
Scheduled Maintenance
Supplement
I Lubrication System
j Cooling System
FOREWORD
This is a supplement to the workshop manu-
a!(s) shown below. This supplement describes
service procedures of. new or modified me-
chanicat and/or ekctrical systems. For service
procedures and important safety notices not
contained in this supplement, please refer to
the previous workshop manual.
Workshop Manual:
Form No.1 203-l O-89F (vol. 1)
1206-1 O-89F (Vol.2)
1229-l O-89L
1275-l O-91 c
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All information in this supplement was the
latest available at the time of printing, ail alter-
nations related to modifications will be notified
by Service Sulletin. Carburetor
m !I
Fuel and
Emission
Controt
System EGi unieaded Fuel BP (DOHC
and S
Diesel
-Electrica I System
I-- Clutch
Manual
Transaxie
1 Electronically Co Introlled
I
Automatic
Transaxle Hydraulicaf~y’Co~~~rull=;u
1 Transfer
Mazda Motor Corporation
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN [ Propefier Shaft
1 Front and Rear Axles
P ISteerIng System
APPLICATION:
This manual is applicable to vehicles beginning
with the Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN)
shown on the following page. Braking System
IWheels and Tires
ISusiension
1 Bodv Electricat System
1 Heater and Air Conditioner System
1 Technical Data
Special Toots
Parts Index
/ Wiring Refer to the form No.
, Diagram 5232-l 0-92A
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This manual explains onty the secticlns marked with shadows (-1
0 1992 Mazda Motor Corporation
PR1NTED tN JAPAN, JAN., ‘92 @I
1318010192A

GI IDENTIFICATION NUMBER tOCATlONS/UNlTS/ABBREVIATlONS
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LOCATIONS
VEHICLE tDENTtRCATtUN NUM8ER (VIM) ENGINE MODEL AND NUMBER
I
UNITS
N.rn { kgf m or kgfcm,
f-t&f or tn.lbf 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Torque
rpm ._ . . . Revolutions per minute
A.. ,_...___.... Ampere(s)
v I... Volt(s)
$2 . .._..__......_.....__... Ohm(s) (resls‘tance)
kPa { kgflcm*, psr] . . . . . . . Pressure
{usually positive)
mmHg I inl-lg ] . . . . . . . . . Pressure
(usually negatrve)
W . . . ._ .._.__ .._ . . . . . . ..,......... Watt
titers [US qt, Imp qt 1 . V&me
mm { rn 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Length
89UOGX-006
ABBREWATIONS
ABDC _. . . . . . . . . . . After bottom dead
center
A/C . . . . . . . ._.. _. . . . . . . . . Air conditioner
ACC .__ . . . . . . . Accessones
ATX .._ ._ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automate transaxle
ATDC _.. __ _. . . . . After top dead center
ATF ,... ._....__._.. Automatic transmission
fluid
BAC ._ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ,. Bypass air control
BBDC _. . . . . . . . . . . . . .._. Before bottom dead
center
BTDC ., ._._... . . . Before top dead center
CPU . . . . . . . . . Central processrng unit EC-AT
........................... Electronrcally-controlled
automatic transmlsslon
ECU ._ ....................... Engine control unit
EG 1 ..................... Electronc gasoll ne
injectron
E/L. ............................ Electrrcal load
EX .............................. Exhaust
IC ................................ Integrated clrcult
IGN ........................... lgnrtlon
IN ..... ........................ Intake
INT
............................... Intermittent
ISC ............................ Idle speed control
U-l ................................
Left hand
M..
........................... Motor
MIL
........ ...................... MatfunctIon Indicator
iamp
MTX. ........................... Manual transaxle
00.. .............................. Overdnve
Of F .............................. Swrtch off
ON
............................... Switch
on
PCV .............................. Positive crankcase
ventilation
PRC .......................... Pressure regulator
control
P/S ............................. Power steerrng
P/W ............................
Power window
RH ............................... Rlght hand
SST
............................. Special service tool
ST.. ............................... Starl
SW.. ............................. Switch
TDC. ............................ Top dead center
4WD .............................
4-wheel drive
03UGIX-802
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A PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION TABLE
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION TABLE
[EXTERlORI
INSPECT and ADJUST, of necessary. the followlng Items to
specrfrcatron:
0 Glass, exterior bright metal and paint for damage
0 Wheel lug nuts
0 Tire pressures
0 All weatherstrips for damage or detachment
0 Operation of bonnet release and look
0 Operation of trunk Ild, hatch and fuel lbd opener
(of equipped)
0 Door operation and alignment
0 Headtrght aiming
INSTALL the foltowrng parts
0 Wheel caps or rrngs (if equipped)
0 Outsrde mirror(s)
1 UNDER BONNET-ENGINE OFF j
INSPECT and ADJUST. If necessary, the following items to
specrflcatlon.
0 Fuel, coolant and hydraulic tines, fittings, connectlons and
components for leaks
0 Engine 011 level
0 Power steering fluid level (of equipped)
0 Brake master cylinder fluky levels
0 Clutch master cylinder fturcl levels (If equipped)
0 Wtndshreld washer reservojr flurd level
0 Radiator coolant level and specrfic gravity
0 Tightness of water hose clamps
0 Tightness of battery terminals, electrolyte level and specific
gravity
0 Manual transaxle oil level
0 Drive belt(s) tension
Cl Carburetor lrnkage (choke control, wrde open throttle posi-
tion. etc ) (carburetor model only)
q Accelerator cable and linkage for free movement
0 Headlight cleaner and flurd level (if equipped)
BLEED air from fuel line (diesel engrne only)
CLEAN the spark plugs (except for diesel engine)
piEi6F]
INSTALL the following parts
0 Rubber stopper for rnsrde rear view mirror (if equjpped)
0 Fuse for accessories
CHECK the operation of the following items.
0 Seat controls (sliding and reclining) and head rest
0 Seat belts and warning system
Cl Ign&on switch and steering lock
0 Power window (if equipped)
D Door tacks including child proof door locks
Cl Inhibitor switch (ATX only)
Cl All Ikghts rncluding warning and Indicator lbghts
0 Ignition key reminder buzzer (If equipped)
A-Z
0 Horn, wbpers and washers (front and rear, If equipped)
0 Antenna (tf equipped)
0 Cigarette Ibghter and clock (if equipped)
0 Remote control outside mirror (if equrpped)
0 Heater, defogger and air conditioner at various mode selec-
tions (if equlppedj
0 Sunroof (If equipped)
CHECK the following items
0 Presence of spare fuse
0 Upholstery and Interior finish
CHECK and ADJUST, If necessary, the followjng items:
IJ Operation and fit of windows
0 Pedal height and free play of brake and clutch pedal
0 Parking brake UNDER BONNET-ENGINE RUNNING AT
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
CHECK the following items:
0 Operation of Idle-up system for air condbtroner or power steer-
ing (if equrpped)
0 Automatic transaxle flurd levet
0 tnltial ignrtlon timing (except disel engine)
0 Idle speed
0 Operation of throttle positron. sensor (EGI engrne)
0 Operation of cold start device and glow plug warning light
(diesel engine only)
0 Operation of dash pbt (EGI.engine)
fTiGGJ
CHECK the following items.
0 Underside fuel, coolant and hydraulic Irnes, ftttlngs, connec-
tions and components for leaks
0 Trres for cuts or brurses
0 Steering Itnkage, suspensron, exhaust system and all under-
side hardware for .looseness or damage 1 ROAD TEST j
CHECK the following items
0 8rake operation
0 Clutch operation
0 Steering control
!ZI Operation of meters and gauges
Cl Squeaks, rattles or unusual noises
Cl Engine general performance
0 Emergency locking retractors 1 AFTER ROAD TEST ]
REMOVE the seat and floor mat protective covers
CHECK for the necessary owner information materials, took
and spare tire
m vehicle
93EOAX-002
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES A
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES
MAINTENANCE TABLE
Chafi symbols:
1 : Inspect: Visual examination and/or functional measurement of system’s operation or
performance , A: Adjust: Examination resulting in adjustment or replacement
n
R: Replace or change
T: Tighten
REMARKS
After 80,000 km or 48 months, continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals.
As for * marked items in this maintenance chart, note the following points.
+ 1 Major service interval at 12 months/20,000 km (12,000 miles).
Lubrication service based on distance only 10,000 km (6,000 miles) not time.
l 2 Adjust or inspect alternator and water pump drive belt, and power steering and air conditioner drive belt
if equipped.
‘3 Replacement of the timing belt is required at every 100,000 km (60,000 mile). Failure to replace the tim-
ing bett may result in damage to the engine.
‘4 tf the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, it is suggested that the engine oil and
oil filter be changed more often than the recommended intervals.
a) Driving in dusty conditions. I
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b) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation. i
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c) Driving for a prolonged periods in cold temperatures or regularly driving onty short distances.
*5 If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, inspect and, if necessary, replace more often
than at usual recommended intervals.
l 6 This IS a full function check of all electrical systems, i.e, atl
ltghts. washers (including condition of blades)
electric windows, sunroof, horn etc.
‘7 Replace every two years. $1
‘I
If there has been continuous hard driving, mountain
drivtng, or if the brakes are used extensively or the
vehicle is operated in extremely humid climates, the brake fluid should be changed annually.
Emission Control and Related Systems
The ignition and fuel systems are vitally important to the proper operation of the-emission control and relat-
ed system, as well as for efficient engine operation. It is strongly recommended that all servicing related
to these systems be done by your Authorised Mazda Dealer.
13EOAX-302 -4
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F3 CONTROL SYSTEM
PRESSURE REGULATOR CONTROL SYSTEM
SOLENOID VALVE TO MAIN RELAY
(PRC HIGH TEYP.)
t ECU
I
PRESSURE REGULATOR
// VACUUM
IJ WATER
THERMOSENSOR
F----------- lNTAKE AIR
THERMOSENSOR
SWITCH SOLEltolD VALVE
(PRC LOW TEMP.)
TO FUEL TANK
13EOF3-31 To prevent vaporlock in the fuel system during hot restart idle, a two-stage pressure regulator is adoped
to the new 323 4WD.
Low temperature operation: The vacuum to the pressure regulator (A and B ports) is cut (solenoid valve
[low temp.] UN), and the fuel injection pressure is increased to 284 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 41 psi ) ,
High temperature operation: The vacuum to the pressure regulator (A port) is cut (solenoid valve [high
temp.] ON), and the fuel injection pressure is increased to 343 kPa [ 3.5 kgf/cm2, 49 psi 1.
Condition and operation
Condition Operation
1
coolant Intake alt Solenoid vrlve Solenoid vatve Opemtlon
I temperature temperature Engine (Idw temp.)
(high temp.) time Operation 40% [fU40f)-
Above 90°C 5U°C (t22OFI ON OFF 180s Low temp.
f f940Fj No load
Above 5O*C
I122OF) OFF ON 210s t-ltgh temp.
3
t3EOF3-319
F3-14 Wast
l Ins fuel
l In:; InJeci
l In:;
l Vol Injecl
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F3 SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
:ODE NO. 25 {SOLENOlD VALVE - PRESSURE REGULATOR CONTROL) (Low temperature opoeration)
INSPECTION ACTION
Disconnect connector from ECU; IS there battery Yes Check ECU termrnal connector for poor
voltage at ECU terminal 2T (G/C) wrth Ignition connection
switch ON?
4 If OK, replace ECU
CT page F3-2
c3 If not OK, repatr or replace connector
NO Go to next step
2 In same condition as rn Step 1. is there battery Yes Repair or replace wlrrng harness (G/O)
voltage at sofenord vatve (PRC low temp.) con-
nector termrnal wrre (G/O)?
NO Go to next step
3 Is solenord valve (PRC low temp ) UK7 Yes Check for a short or open crrcuit in WII-
CT page F343 ing harness (main relay [FUEL INJ re-
lay] - solenoid valve [PRC low temp.])
NO Replace solenord valve (PRC tow temp.)
1
t3EOF3-323
CODE NO. 35 (SOLENOID VALVE - PRESSURE REGULATOR CONTROL) (High temperature opoeration)
STEP lNSPECTlON ACTlON
1 Disconnect connector from ECU: is there battery Yes Check ECU terminal connector for poor
voltage a? ECU terminal 22 (G) with rgnttlon connection
swttch ON7
4 If OK, replace ECU
J page F3-2
e If not OK, repair or replace connector
No Go to next step
2 In same condrtron as In Step 1, is there battery Yes
voltage at solenoid valve (PRC high temp.) con- Repair or replace wiring harness (G)
nector terminal wire (G)?
No Go to next step
3 Is solenoid valve (PRC high temp ) OK7 Yes Check for a short or open circuit In wir-
r;r page F343 ing harness (marn relay [FUEL INJ re-
WI - sofenord valve [PRC high temp.])
No Replace solenoid valve
(PRC high temp.)
f3EOF3-324
Circuit Diagram
ECU
I
2T 22 I
G
TO MAIN RELAY
I SOLENOID
VALVE
(PRC HIGH TEMP.)
F3-18 :3EOf3 32 5
--
TRW
RELAT
c
-..
INPUT
--
KNOCH
--
DIAGM
(TEN T
--
IGNITIi
(STAR1
--
E/L SIC
-a
P/S PR
--
A/c SYI
--
NEUTR
SWITCI
--
STUPb
--
ATMDI
SENSQ
-a
THRUI
-..
INfAk.1
--
AlFlFLC
--
UXYGE
--
WATEF
--
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE F3
8
1 ROUGH IDLE/ENGINE STALLS AT IDLE - ALWAYS
DESCRtP- 1 l Engine starts normally but stalls or vibrates excessively at idle in every condition
TION
[TROUBLESHOOTiNG HlNTSJ @ Air/Fuel mixture tw lean @ Incorrect idle-speed l ldiespeed misadjustment l Idle-speed control malfunction
$I One or more spark plugs not firing
9 Low engine compression
B Airflow meter stuck l Air leakage l Fuel injection control malfunction
*Low fuel line pressure
@ One or more injectors clogged or not
@ Low intake air amount operating
INSPECTION
Is “00” displayed on Self-Diagnosis
Checker with ignition switch ON?
1
SYSTEM SELECT: 1
ACTION
Go to next step
Service Code No. displayed Check for cause (Refer to specified
check sequence) c7 page F3-16
“88” flashes
Check ECU terminal IF voltage
(17 page F345
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Voltage: Battery v&age
(Ignition switch ON)
4 If UK, replace ECU IT page F3-2 c3 If not OK, check wiring
(ECU - Self-Diagnosis Checker) Y -SELECT SW: A
Are ECU terminal voltages OK
(especially 20, 20, and ZQ)?
D page F3-45 Yes
Gu to next step
NO Check for cause
Disconnect each high-tens&on lead at idle: does
engine speed decrease equally at each cylindeR Yes Go to Step 9
NO Go to next step
Is injector operating sound heard at idle? [ Yes Go to Step 7
t- NO Stop engine and go to next step
Yes Check if injector resistance is OK
CT page F3-41 Is there battery voltage at each injector connec-
tor (No.1 (P), No.2 (R), No.3 QV), No.4 (0)) with
ignition switch ON?
Resktance: Approx. 2.110
(at 20*C [68*F))
4 if it is, check wiring
(ECU - Injector)
c3 If it is not, replace itijector
Go to next step
NO
Is there battery v&age at injector resistor (W/R)
I .Yes
with ignition switch ON? Check mjeotor resistor
4 tf OK, check for short circuit in wir-
ing (Injector resistor-Injector)
e3 If not OK,’ replace injector resistor
Check for open circuit in wiring (Main
relay (FUEL INJ relay)-Injector resistor)
Go to next step
t NO 1
Is strong blue soark visible at each disconnected Yes
‘Check ‘high-tension lead
4 If UK. check distributor cap and
rotor .
c3 If not OK, replace high-tension lead
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15 ENGINE STALLS ON DECELERATION
IESCRIP-
l Engrne unexpectedly stops running dunng or after deceleration
[iON l Idle condition normal.
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IESCRIP-
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUiDE F3
15 ENGINE STALLS ON DECELERATION
IESCRIP-
l Engrne unexpectedly stops running dunng or after deceleration
[iON l Idle condition normal.
TROUBLESHOOT1NG HtNTS]
ingrne speed drops too much when releasrng accelerator
3 Idle-speed misadjustment @I Loose connector disconnected by force of deceleration
3 Fuel-cut contrd malfunction
TEP lNSPECTlON ACTION
1 1s idle condition normal? Yes Go to next step
tdle speed: 800 f 50 rpm (in neutral)
NO Adjust or perform Troubleshooting, Nos.
8-I 1 “ROUGH IDLE”
(Refer to Workshop Manual
(1203-I o-89F))
2 Is “00” displayed on Self-Diagnosis Checker Yes Go to next step
with ignition switch ON?
SYSTEM SELECT: 1 NO Service Code No. displayed
Check for cause (Refer to specified
check sequence) ET page F3-16
“88” flashes
Check ECU termrnal 1 F voltage
Voltage: Battery voltage
(ignition switch ON) r;r page F346
W:SELFTEST
e If OK, replace ECU CI page F3-3
4 If not OK, check wirtng
(ECU - Self-Diagnosis Checker)
3 Does Self-Diagnosis Checker Monitor Lamp with Yes Go to next step
lgnttlon switch UN show that switches operate
correctly?
NO Lamp not ON or OFF with specified
switch
Check for cause (Refer to specified
check sequence)
W: SEtF TEST Lamp slways ON
Check wiring between
(ECU terminal 1 D - Self-Diagnosis
Checker)
4 Are ECU ?erminal voltages OK? Yes Go to next step
(especially IV, 20, 20, ZU, 2V.
and 20) v page F346 No
Check for cause
5 Check for poor connection of foltowing parts YC?S Repair or replace
l ignrtion coil l Igniter l Olstribdor l High-tension lead
NO Go to next step l Injector. l Injector resistor l Ctrcuit-opening relay . l ECU
F3-35