Preliminary Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Verify customer's complaint by operating system in question. Visually inspect components. Check, repair, or replace the following components as necessary:
- Damaged engine oil pump and oil filter
- Damaged coolant thermostat
- Low engine coolant or engine oil
- Stuck coolant temperature gauge needle
- Stuck oil pressure gauge needle
- Tripped inertia switch
- Blown fuse(s)
- Damaged instrument cluster or bulbs
- Damaged wiring harness or loose or corroded connections
- Verify charging system, cooling system, fuel system, safety belt warning chime, turn signals, headlights and anti-theft control system are working properly. Inspect wiring harness for bad connections or damage.