Mazda RX8 - Page 96

Yes
Inspect the following:
• Ignition timing
• Internal transmission components
(AT)
• Torque converter clutch control (AT)
• Clutch (MT)
• Brake system for dragging
• Knock sensor
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Inspect the engine compression.
(See COMPRESSION
INSPECTION .)
Is it normal?
No Go to the next step.
Yes Go to the next step.
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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 COOLANT TEMPERATURE
(ECT) SENSOR INSPECTION .)
After that overhaul or replace the engine.
(See OIL PRESSURE INSPECTION .)
Is the oil pressure within the specification?
Yes
Go
to
the
next
step.
No
Repair or replace the
malfunctioning part according to
the inspection results.
After that overhaul or replace the
engine.
(See FUEL LINE PRESSURE
INSPECTION .)
Yes Go to the next step.
No
Replace the fuel pump unit.
(See FUEL PUMP UNIT
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
After that overhaul or replace the
engine.
(See Engine Workshop Manual.)
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Check the oil pipe between the
metering oil pump and the
metering oil nozzle.
Is there any air and/or clogging in
the oil pipe?
Yes
Inspect and repair for leakage and/or
clogging in the oil passage at engine.
After that overhaul or replace the engine.
(See Engine Workshop Manual.)
(w) RX8-Engine Troubleshooting
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