20 Most Recent 2001 Mazda 626 - Page 2 Questions & Answers

code p1788 refers to AT-3-2 timing/coasting clutch solenoid--open circuit during self test===causes--wiring--mechanical fault--engine performance---ECM Take it to a mazda service centre and get more information so that you can make an informed decision

When your drive belt becomes old and stretches so it is no longer tight enough the belt will make a loud squealing noise and will need to be replaced. While the drive belt is off during replacement, you or the mechanic replacing the belt will need to turn each pulley in the system that can be turned by hand to see if any of those are making a metallic noise also. If they make a metallic noise, they are worn out. It is common for a drive belt to wear out and cause this noise.

shift cable or linkage is broke or poped off

First of all, is it leaking anywhere ? Second check your air filter.Third check your tire pressure on all tires,make sure they are all the same and at what psi they are supposed to be.Fourth check for mud caked on your inside rims.Also if car is running rough get plugs and maybe wires and get an oil change.

maybe time for a tune up or start looking for a hole in the fuel lines and tank.

on tranny looks square

THAT really sounds like someone is pranking you by swapping your car for another car just like it.

check your shifting linkage under your hood

The drive shaft has to be removed to replace the rubber boot .you will have to dismantle the CV joint , clean and repack the joint with special grease and fit a new boot.

He needs to check the fuel flow as well as pressure , All so a blocked muffler can have this affect

not the fuel rail . have the fuel flow and pressure checked replace fuel and air filters. check spark plugs and plug wires.

On the throttle body at the cable junction .

Try cleaning and resetting the throttle body 1st, if its not a dirty air or fuel filter. It might be the fuel pump but cleaning and replacing filters is a cheaper way to eliminate small problems 1st.

condensation

The idle speed is not supposed to be adjustable. It is controlled by the computer.What you may have is a vac leak, or the throttle cable may not be adjusted correctly.If the throttle plate is completely closed, and there are no vac leaks, the idle air control valve is supposed to control idle speed by regulating how much air enters the intake.