20 Most Recent 1986 Mazda 323 Questions & Answers

tappets are done by the rule of 9 ,ie-1 down adjust 9------- 2 down adust 7 ------3 down adjust 6 .as for timing it shouldnt need touching unless you have points and a distributor which i think this year uses a module inside the distributor cap so it should not need touching

try also posting the question for a Ford Laser/Meteor KA/KB, which this car is also sold badged as in some markets.

I doubt it's a MAF issue. But you can try unplugging it with engine off. When it's unplugged the computer will run off factory defaults. Far more likely you've got another blown fuse or a blown fusible link.

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One is under the hood. The other is on the end of the dash where the closed door hides it. Depending what month it was made, could be driver's side or pass side.

It sounds like you need to service the transmission,new filter and fluid should clear up this problem.

fuel pump

check the fuse

Sounds like you have worn gearbox selector linkages and I suggest that you get someone to take a look at them PRONTO.

Hmmm.. looks like ignition prolem!

If ur 1986 323 has contact point and condenser in ur distributor, check that and replace if possible!
If u have an electronic ignition, the fault will be the ignition module!
Check if there is any SPARK coming out from ur SPARK PLUGS and CABLE!
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