2002 MAZDA 6 radiator

RADIATOR CAP
E–7
E
RADIATOR CAP INSPECTIONA6E361415201201MZR-CD (RF Turbo)
Warning
•Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are
hot. Scalding coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the
engine and cooling system.
•Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap.
Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while
the pressure escapes.
•When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap using the cloth, turn it, and
remove it.
1. Clean the radiator cap negative pressure valve and the sealed part.
2. Inspect the crack or turn over on the sealed part of the radiator cap.
•If not as specified, repace the radiator cap.
3. Fill the SST with the water or the engine coolant to the full level and attach the radiator cap to the SST.
4. Hold the radiator cap downward and apply pressure gradually. Verify that the pressure become held for 10 s
within the specification.
•If the pressure is not held stable within the specification, replace the radiator cap.
Pressure
94—122 kPa
{0.96—1.24 kgf/cm
2, 13.7—17.6 psi}
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RADIATOR CAP
RADIATOR CAP49 9200 145
A6E3614W201

E–8
ENGINE COOLANT
ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTIONA6E361215201201MZR-CD (RF Turbo)
Warning
•Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are
hot. Scalding coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the
engine and cooling system.
•Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap.
Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while
the pressure escapes.
•When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap using the cloth, turn it, and
remove it.
1. Inspect the coolant level.
2. Remove the radiator cap.
3. Clean the mounting surface of the rediator cap and the upper radiator hose.
4. Connect the SST to the reservoir filler port.
5. Apply specified pressure to the radiator.
Pressure
122 kPa { 1.24 kgf/cm
2, 17.6 psi}
6. Verify that the pressure is held.
•If not, inspect the system for coolant leakage.
—If the coolant leaks from the upper hose
attachment part, replace the upper hose
and the clamp.
—If the coolant leaks from the main body of
the radiator (caulked part), replace the
radiator.
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ENGINE COOLANT
49 9200 145
A6E3612W200

THERMOSTAT
E–9
E
THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONA6E361815171201MZR-CD (RF Turbo)
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the under cover.
3. Drain the engine coolant.
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Fill the radiator with the specified amount and type of engine coolant.
7. Inspect the engine coolant leakage. (See E–8 ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION.)
Thermostat Installation Note
1. Verify that the positions of the jiggle pin and the projection on the gasket are as shown.
2. Install the thermostat into the thermostat case, aligning the projection on the gasket to the thermostat cover.
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THERMOSTAT
1 Lower radiator hose
2 Thermostat cover
3Thermostat
(See E–9 Thermostat Installation Note )
3
1
2
7.9—10.7 N·m
{80—110 kgf·cm,
69.5—95.4 in·lbf}
A6E3618W100
THERMOSTAT
COVER
GASKET
PROJECTIONJIGGLE PIN
A6A3618W101

WATER PUMP
E–11
E
WATER PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONA6E362015010201MZR-CD (RF Turbo)
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the under cover.
3. Drain the engine coolant.
4. Remove the timing belt. (See B2–9 TIMING BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
5. Remove the thermostat. (See E–9 THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
8. Insect the drive belt. (See B2–4 DRIVE BELT INSPECTION.)
9. Fill the radiator with the specified amount and type of engine coolant.
10. Inspect the engine coolant leakage. (See E–8 ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION.)
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WATER PUMP
3
1
2
1
19—25
{1.9—2.6, 14—18}
N·m {kgf·m, ft·lbf} 38—51
{3.8—5.3, 28—38}
7.9—10.7 N·m
{80—110 kgf·cm, 69.5—95.4 in·lbf} 38—51
{3.8—5.3, 28—38}
R
R
A6E3620W100
1Hose
2 Water pump
3 Thermostat case

F1–58
TROUBLESHOOTING
QUICK DIAGNOSTIC CHARTA6E398018881202
X: Applicable
Possible factor
Troubleshooting item
Starter motor malfunction (Mechanical or electrical)
Starter circuit including ignition switch is open.
Starter interlock switch malfunction (MTX with starter
interlock system)
Improper engine oil level
Low or dead battery
Charging system malfunction
Improper engine compression
Improper valve timing
Hydrolocked engine
Improper engine oil viscosity
Improper dipstick
Base engine malfunction
Drive plate or flywheel are seized.
Improper tension or damaged drive belts
Improper engine coolant level
Water and anti-freeze mixture is improper.
Cooling system malfunction (Radiator, hoses,
overflow system, thermostat, etc.)
Cooling fan system malfunction
Engine or transaxle mounts are improperly installed.
Cooling fan or condenser fan seat are improper.
Accelerator cable free play misadjustment
Cruise control cable misadjustment
Fuel quality
1 Melting of main or other fuses2 MIL illuminates x x x x x x x3 Will not crank4 Hard to start/long crank/erratic start/erratic
crankx
5 Engine stalls. After start/at idle x x x x6 Cranks normally but will not start x x x x7 Slow return to idlex8 Engine runs rough/rolling idle x x x9 Fast idle/runs onxx10 Low idle/stalls during decelerationEngine stalls/quits. Acceleration/cruise x x xEngine runs rough. Acceleration/cruise x x xMissesAcceleration/cruise x x xBuck/jerk Acceleration/cruise/
decelerationxx x
Hesitation/stumble Acceleration x x x
11
Surges Acceleration/cruis
exx x12 Lack/loss of powerAcceleration/cruisexx x13 Knocking/pingingAcceleration/cruisexx14 Poor fuel economy x x x x x x15 Emission compliance x x x x16 High oil consumption/leakage x x x17 Cooling system concerns Overheatingxx x x x18 Cooling system concernsRuns cold x x19 Exhaust smoke x x x20 Fuel odor (in engine compartment)21 Engine noise x x x22 Vibration concerns (engine) x x x23 A/C does not work sufficiently.24 A/C is always on or A/C compressor runs
continuously.
25 A/C is not cut off under WOT conditions.26 Exhaust sulfur smellx27 Constant voltage28 Spark plug condition x x29 ATX concernsUpshift/downshift
engagementSee Section K, TROUBLESHOOTING
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F2–168
TROUBLESHOOTING
×: Applicable
Troubleshooting item
1 Melting of main or other fuses
2 MIL illuminates
3 Will not crank
4 Hard start/long crank/erratic start/erratic crank×××
5 Engine stalls After start/at idle×××
6 Cranks normally but will not start××
7 Slow return to idle×
8 Engine runs rough/rolling idle××××
9 Fast idle/runs on×
10 Low idle/stalls during deceleration××
11Engine stalls/quits Acceleration/cruise××××
Engine runs rough Acceleration/cruise×××× ×
Misses Acceleration/cruise××××××
Buck/jerk Acceleration/cruise/ deceleration××××××
Hesitation/stumble Acceleration××××××
Surges Acceleration/cruise××××××
12 Lack/loss of power Acceleration/cruise×××××××
13 Knocking/pinging×××××
14 Poor fuel economy××××
15 Emissions compliance× ××××××
16 High oil consumption/leakage
17 Cooling system concerns Overheating×× × ×
18 Cooling system concerns Runs cold××
19 Excessive black smoke××××
20 Fuel odor (in engine compartment)
21 Engine noise××
22 Vibration concerns (engine)×× ×
23 A/C does not work sufficiently
24 A/C always on or A/C compressor runs continuously
25 A/C does not cut off under wide open throttle conditions
26 Constant voltage
Improper engine coolant levelWater and anti-freeze mixture is improperCooling system malfunction (Radiator, hose,
over-flow system, thermostat, etc.)Cooling fan system malfunctionEngine or transaxle mounts are improperly installedCooling fan No.1 or No.2 seat are improperFuel qualityEngine overheatingIntake-air system clogging or restrictionAir leakage from intake-air systemVSC system malfunctionVacuum leakage

F2–210
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Diagnostic Procedure
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COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS-OVERHEATING
DESCRIPTION•Engine runs at higher than normal temperature/overheats.
POSSIBLE
CAUSE•Cooling fan No.2 malfunction
•Cooling fan No.1 malfunction
•Low drive belt tension
•Drive belt damage
•Improper coolant level
•Thermostat malfunction
•Radiator clogging
•Improper water/anti-freeze mixture
•Improper or damaged radiator cap
•Radiator hose damage
•Coolant leakage (engine internal, turbocharger, external)
•A/C system malfunction
•EGR system malfunction
•Coolant heater system malfunction
STEP INSPECTION RESULTS ACTION
1 Inspect following:
•Engine coolant level
•Coolant leakage (around heater unit in
passenger compartment, coolant hoses and/
or radiator, and around coolant heater unit.)
•Water and anti-freeze mixture
•Radiator condition
•Collapsed or restricted radiator hoses
•Radiator pressure cap
•Drive belt tension
•Drive belt
•Fan rotational direction
Are all items okay?Yes Go to next step.
No Service as necessary.
Repeat Step 1.
2 Perform self-test function using WDS or
equivalent.
Turn engine switch to ON.
Retrieve any DTC.
Is DTC displayed?YesDTC is displayed:
Go to appropriate DTC test.
Communication error message is displayed:
Inspect for following:
•Open circuit between PCM control relay and PCM
terminal 53 or 79
•Open circuit PCM control relay and PCM terminal
69
•PCM control relay stuck open
•Open or poor GND circuit (PCM terminal 65, 85,
103 or 104)
•Poor connection vehicle body GND
NoNo DTC is displayed:
Go to next step.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Inspection Method for Sensors
1. Connect the WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2.
2. Turn the engine switch to ON (Engine OFF).
Note
•If the engine starts and runs, perform the following steps at idle.
3. Access PIDs for the switch you are inspecting.
4. Vibrate the sensor slightly with your finger.
•If the PID value is unstable or malfunction occurs, check for poor connection and/or poorly mounted
sensor.
Inspection Method for Actuators or Relays
1. Connect the WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2.
2. Turn the engine switch to ON (Engine OFF).
Note
•If the engine starts and runs, perform the following steps at idle.
3. Prepare the Output State Control for actuators or relays that you are inspecting.
4. Vibrate the actuator or relay with your finger for 3
seconds after Output State Control is activated.
•If a variable click sound is heard, check for
poor connection and/or poorly mounted
actuator or relay.
Note
•Vibrating relays too strongly may result in
open relays.
Water Sprinkling Method
Caution
•Indirectly change the temperature and humidity by spraying water onto the front of the radiator.
•If a vehicle is subject to water leakage, the leakage may damage the control module. When testing
a vehicle with a water leakage problem, special caution must be used.
If malfunction occurs only during high humidity or rainy/snowy weather, perform the following steps.
1. Connect the WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2 if you are inspecting sensors or switches.
2. Turn the engine switch to ON (Engine OFF).
Note
•If the engine starts and runs, perform the following steps at idle.
3. Access PIDs for sensor or switch if you are inspecting sensors or switches.
4. If you are inspecting a switch, turn it on manually.
5. Spray water onto the vehicle or run it through a
car wash.
•If the PID value is unstable or malfunction
occurs, repair or replace part as necessary.
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