2010 Mazda CX-7 (ER) — Repair Solution

2.3L L3VDT 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo Direct Inj Petrol Auto · Blowing Smoke · Engine

Mazda CX-7 (ER) Blowing Smoke Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mazda
Model: CX-7 (ER)
Year: 2010
Engine: 2.3L L3VDT 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo Direct Inj Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 143,355
Area: Engine
Category: Blowing Smoke

Customer Complaint

Check engine light is on. Engine misfire and blowing smoke.

Problem Summary

On start-up, the vehicle battles to start. It cranks over but battles to fire up. if you get it to run, the engine seems to get smoother over time.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeMAZER10156
Vehicle2010 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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