Mazda RX8 - Compression Inspection; Sensor Inspection

Yes
Inspect the following:
• Internal transmission components (AT)
• Torque converter clutch control (AT)
• Shift point (AT)
• Clutch (MT)
• Brake system for dragging
• Engine mounts
• Knock sensor
24
Inspect the engine compression.
(See COMPRESSION
INSPECTION .)
Is it normal?
No Go to the next step.
Yes Go to the next step.
25
Perform the metering oil pump
control inspection.
(See Metering Oil Pump Control
Inspection .)
Does the metering oil pump control
operate properly?
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to
the inspection results.
After that overhaul or replace the engine.
(See Engine Workshop Manual.)
Yes
Replace the engine oil.
Inspect the ECT sensor and the related wiring
harnesses.
(See ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT)
SENSOR INSPECTION .)
After that overhaul or replace the engine.
(See Engine Workshop Manual.)
26
Check the engine oil condition.
Are the engine oil low viscosity
and/or is there a gasoline odor?
No Go to the next step.
Yes Go to the next step.
27
Inspect the oil pressure.
(See OIL PRESSURE
INSPECTION .)
Is the oil pressure within the
specification?
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to
the inspection results.
After that overhaul or replace the engine.
(See Engine Workshop Manual.)
28 Turn the ignition switch off. Yes Go to the next step.
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