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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97 -> Refrigerant Recovery
Vehicle: 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

R-134a systems require the use of special service equipment designed specifically for R-134a systems. R-12 servicing equipment cannot be used on R-134a systems.

R-12 recovery stations cannot be used on R-134a systems. A separate recovery station must be used on R-134a systems. The refrigerants are not compatible and will contaminate the R-12 recovery station.

The use of refrigerant recovery and recycling stations allows the recovery and reuse of refrigerant after contaminants and moisture have been removed.

When using a recovery or recycling station...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS -> COMPONENT SERVICE -> Except Navajo & 1994-96 Pickups -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Navajo & 1994-96 Pickups -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul

Except Navajo & 1994-96 Pickups
  • Remove brake fluid from reservoir after removal of master cylinder.
  • Refer to Figs. through for master cylinder disassembly.
  • Visually inspect all parts and repair or replace any faulty parts.
  • Reverse procedure to assemble.
Navajo & 1994-96 Pickups
  • 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 d...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

Mazda -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1988-00 -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 60,000 m...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Match mark driveshaft and companion flange for installation reference.
  • Remove bolts from driveshaft to companion flange.
  • Pull driv...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect wire harness.
  • Loosen drive belt...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

Mazda -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 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 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse proc...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Mazda B2300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Vehicle Audio & Lamp Component Locations Diagram for 1996 Mazda B2300  2.3 L4 GASVehicle Audio & Lamp Component Locations Diagram for 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Right Backup Lamp
  • Left Backup Lamp
  • Right Door Lock Switch
  • Backup Lamp Switch
  • Control Modules & Connector Locations Diagram for 1996 Mazda B2300  2.3 L4 GASControl Modules & Connector Locations Diagram for 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Pulse Width Dimming Module
  • Data Link Connector
  • Cigar Lighter
  • Ignition Switch
  • Power Window Relay
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Mazda B2300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Mazda B2300  2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Seat Belt Switch
  • Ignition Switch
  • Right Door Ajar Switch
  • Left Door Ajar switch
  • 1996 Mazda B2300  2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Remote Anti-Theft Personality Module
  • Battery
  • Right Door Lock Switch
  • Left Door Lock Switch
  • All Lock Relay
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Mazda B2300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: MERCON ATF IS BEING REPLACED BY MERCON V AS A SERVICE FLUID FOR MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS
    Vehicle: 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Manual Trans, Clutches, Linkage, MTX
  • Document: MERCON ATF IS BEING REPLACED BY MERCON V AS A SERVICE FLUID FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE AND POWER STEERING APPLICATIONS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1996 Mazda B2300 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Mazda B2300 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Mazda B2300 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 1996 Mazda B2300 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 1996 Mazda B2300 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 1996 Mazda B2300 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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