Stall Speed Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Perform mechanical system test preparation. (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST PREPARATION .)
- Start the engine.
- Firmly depress the brake pedal with the left foot.
- Shift the selector lever to the D range.
- Gently depress the accelerator pedal with the right foot.
- When the engine speed no longer increases, quickly read the engine speed and release the accelerator pedal.
- Shift the selector to the N position and idle the engine for 1 min or more to cool the ATF.
- Perform a stall test of the M range and R position in the same manner as in Steps 3- 7.
- Turn off the engine.
Engine stall speed
Evaluation of stall test