Mazda RX8 - Page 57

• External fuel shut off or
accessory (such as kill
switch, alarm.)
• Fuel quality (e.g. proper
octane, contamination,
winter/summer blend)
• No air leakage from intake-
air system
• Air cleaner element
(restriction, improper
installation)
• Blockage at intake-air
system (between MAF
sensor and intake ports)
• MAF sensor installation
• Ignition wiring
• Electrical connections
• Fuses
• Smooth operation of
throttle valve
Are all the items normal?
No
Service if necessary.
Repeat Step 2.
Yes
DTC is displayed:
Go to the applicable DTC inspection.
(See DTC TABLE .)
3
Connect the WDS or equivalent to
the DLC-2.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
position (Engine off).
Retrieve any DTCs.
Are there any DTCs displayed?
No
No DTC is displayed:
Go to the next step.
Yes
Go to the symptom troubleshooting "No.17
Cooling system concerns - Overheating".
(See NO.17 COOLING SYSTEM
CONCERNS-OVERHEATING .)
4 Is the engine overheating?
No Go to the next step.
5 Yes Go to the next step.
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