2008 Mazda CX-7 (ER) — Repair Solution

2.3L L3VDT 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo Direct Inj Petrol Auto · Check Engine Light / MIL - On · Engine

Mazda CX-7 (ER) Check Engine Light / MIL - On 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 Auto
Kilometres: 253,332
Area: Engine
Category: Check Engine Light / MIL - On

Customer Complaint

Check engine light on and poor fuel economy.

Problem Summary

The engine is running rich with an intermittent surge. The problem has been present for about 1 week and doesn't appear to be getting worse.

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeMAZER08116
Vehicle2008 Mazda CX-7 (ER)
Engine2.3L L3VDT 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo Direct Inj Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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