2008 Mazda CX-7 (ER) — Repair Solution

2.3L L3VDT 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo Direct Inj Petrol · Rough Running - EFI · Engine

Mazda CX-7 (ER) Rough Running - EFI Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mazda
Model: CX-7 (ER)
Year: 2008
Engine: 2.3L L3VDT 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo Direct Inj Petrol
Kilometres: 187,000
Area: Engine
Category: Rough Running - EFI

Customer Complaint

Car towed in. Hard to start/Rough idle/No power.
Previous recent history at 2 other mechanics, new turbocharger and cylinder head gasket replacement.
Owner could not say if the issue was present before the other work was performed.

Problem Summary

Crank engine - sounds OK - long crank period before engine starts and engine stalls. After 3 cold starts the engine idles, but poorly.
Black smoke from the tailpipe when revving engine.

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Quick Facts

CodeMAZER08112
Vehicle2008 Mazda CX-7 (ER)
Engine2.3L L3VDT 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo Direct Inj Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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