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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

A/C & Cooling System Maintenance -> Mazda -> 1990-2002 Miata, Millenia, Protege, 323, MX-3, MX-6, 626, RX-7 & 929
Vehicle: 1990 Mazda MX-6 2.2 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

HYDRAULIC BRAKES -> COMPONENT SERVICE -> All Models Except Navajo -> MASTER CYLINDER OVERHAUL -> Navajo -> WHEEL CYLINDER OVERHAUL
Vehicle: 1990 Mazda MX-6 2.2 L4 GAS

MASTER CYLINDER OVERHAUL

All Models Except Navajo
  • Remove brake fluid from reservoir after removal of master cylinder.
  • Refer to Figs. and for master cylinder disassembly.
  • Visually inspect all parts and repair or replace any faulty parts.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Navajo
  • Clean outside of master cylinder and drain fluid after removal.
  • Remove snap ring by depressing rear piston, Fig.
  • Remove primary piston from master cylinder, then remove secondary piston by directing compr...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

Mazda -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 1989-00 626 & MX-6 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1990 Mazda MX-6 2.2 L4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

The anti-theft function is available as an option for the audio system. Before removing the battery ground cable or disconnecting the audio system power source, obtain the code number to reset the system when repairs are complete.

After the battery h...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Mazda MX-6 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tires.
  • Remove splash shield, then transaxle drain plug.
  • Raise staked portion of driveshaft locknut using suitable tool.
  • Apply brakes, then loosen and remove locknut.
  • Remove stabilizer, then tie rod ends using tool No. 490118850C or equivalent.
  • Remove lower ball joint attaching bolt.
  • Remove driveshaft clinch bolt and nut, pry down on lower arm to disconnect ball joint.On vehicles equipped with autom...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Mazda MX-6 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery, then raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove starter motor bracket and different...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

Mazda -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1990 Mazda MX-6 GT 2.2 L4 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the Air B...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Mazda MX-6 GT 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect negative cable from battery.
  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove resonance chamber No. 1 from radiator.
  • Remove fresh air duct from radiator.
  • Disconnect cooling fan motor connector.
  • Remove overflow hose from radiator.
  • Remove radiator upper hose.
  • Remove radiator lower hose.
  • On models with automatic transaxle, remove two transaxle oil cooler hoses.
  • On all models, remove t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Mazda MX-6 GT 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Remove righthand splash shield.
  • Set a breaker bar on center of tensioner pulley.
  • Turn c...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1990 Mazda MX-6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 1990 Mazda MX-6  2.2 L4 GASEngine Compartment Components Diagram for 1990 Mazda MX-6 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Water Thermoswitch
  • Cooling Fan Relay
  • Water Thermosensor
  • Solenoid Valve
  • Main Relay
  • Control Units, Relays & Switch Locations Diagram for 1990 Mazda MX-6  2.2 L4 GASControl Units, Relays & Switch Locations Diagram for 1990 Mazda MX-6 2.2 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Cruise Control Unit
  • Relay Box
  • Brake Fluid Level Sensor
  • Engine Control Unit
  • Main Fuse Block
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1990 Mazda MX-6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1990 Mazda MX-6 GT 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Mazda MX-6 GT 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Illumination
  • Blower Motor
  • Blower Motor Relay
  • Resistor
  • Oscillating Air Vent
  • 1990 Mazda MX-6 GT 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Mazda MX-6 GT 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Water Thermoswitch
  • Cooling Fan Relay
  • Check Connector
  • Cooling Fan Motor
  • Resistor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1990 Mazda MX-6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: STAINS APPEAR ON WHEELS
    Vehicle: 1990 Mazda MX-6 2.2 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: BATTERY MAINTENANCE - SERVICE TIP
    Vehicle: 1990 Mazda MX-6 2.2 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Starting, Charging, Battery
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1990 Mazda MX-6 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1990 Mazda MX-6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1990 Mazda MX-6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1990 Mazda MX-6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1990 Mazda MX-6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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