1991 Mazda 626 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.
Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
- Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more
Trims covered
- DX Sedan 4-Door
- LE Sedan 4-Door
- Base Sedan 4-Door
- LX Hatchback 4-Door
- LX Sedan 4-Door
- GT Hatchback 4-Door
Engines covered
- 2.2L 2184CC l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 2.2L 2184CC l4 GAS SOHC Turbocharged
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
RESIN MOLDED FRONT HANDLES FAIL AT THE DOOR LATCH ACTUATING ROD ATTACHMENT, FREEING THE ROD TO FALL INSIDE THE DOOR FRAME. SUBSEQUENT LOWERING OF THE ASSOCIATED WINDOW MAY FORCE THE ACTUATING ROD DOWN
INADVERTENT ACTUATION OF THE DOOR LATCH CAUSES THE DOORTO OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR HANDLE/LATCH ASSEMBLY.
THE GROOVE FOR THE REAR WHEEL BEARING RETAINER RING WAS INCORRECTLY MACHINED.
IF THE RETAINING RING DOES NOT SIT CORRECTLY IN THEGROOVE, THE AXLE LUG NUTS WILL BREAK, CAUSING THE
MIDAS SHOPS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE DRUMS WITH OTHER BRAKE DRUMS FROM ANOTHER SUPPLIER.
Speedometer replacement procedure
IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE LISTED BELOW WHEN REPLACING A SPEEDOMETER.NOTE:MAZDA VEHICLES ARE MANUFACTURED WITH TAMPER-PROOF SPEEDOMETERS.WHEN A SPEEDOMETER IS REPLACED, THE NEW SPEEDOMETER WILL READ ZERO (0
BATTERY TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS. *TT
SPEEDOMETER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
PRE-PAINTING PREPARATIONS FOR FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. *YC
WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW
USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW
MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW
Showing the 8 most recent of 9 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
WHILE TRAVELING ON A TWO-LANE ICY ROAD ONCOMING 1979 DODGE LOST CONTROL ENTERED LANE WHERE MAZDA WAS GOING, CAUSING HEAD-ON CRASH, RESULTING IN SEVERE INJURIES TO BOTH DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER . ALS
WHILE TRAVELING ON A TWO-LANE ICY ROAD ONCOMING 1979 DODGE LOST CONTROL ENTERED LANE WHERE MAZDA WAS GOING, CAUSING HEAD-ON CRASH, RESULTING IN SEVERE INJURIES TO BOTH DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER . ALS
WHEN PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE IT SURGED FORWARD. THIS CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND HIT A BUILDING HEAD ON. CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STUCK TO THE FL
WHEN REAR ENDED WITH FOOT ON BRAKE, DRIVERS SHOULDER BELT DIDN'T RESTRAIN FROM MAKING CONTACT, RESULTING IN AN INJURY. ESTIMATED SPEED OF IMPACT 30 MPH. TT
REAR SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN CHILD SEAT DURING AN ACCIDENT. TT
Showing the 5 most serious of 99 complaints filed with NHTSA.
