1999 Mazda 323 (BJ) — Repair Solution

1.6L ZM 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol · Ignition / Spark Problems · Engine

Mazda 323 (BJ) Ignition / Spark Problems Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mazda
Model: 323 (BJ)
Year: 1999
Engine: 1.6L ZM 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol
Area: Engine
Category: Ignition / Spark Problems

Customer Complaint

Intermittent loss of spark on one set of coils.

Vehicle had been to other repairers and a new cam sensor and coil pack had already been replaced.

Problem Summary

Vehicle was road tested and when it played up, suspected we were running on two cylinders. It would come and go.

When stationary, the engine would rev normally most of the time.

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Quick Facts

CodeMAZBJ991229
Vehicle1999 Mazda 323 (BJ)
Engine1.6L ZM 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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