1996 Mazda MPV Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 1996 Mazda MPV covers the 3-door standard passenger van in DX, ES and LX trim. Its engine, a 3.0L V6 displacing 180 cubic inches, has a single overhead camshaft layout, no turbocharger or supercharger, and a gasoline diet. The manual gives procedures and specifications for that V6, its fuel system, ignition and cooling system, as well as torque values for the transmission, brakes, steering and suspension and wiring diagrams for the electrical system.

Engines covered

• 3.0L V6 (180 cu in) — SOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 3-door standard passenger van

Trims covered

• DX
• ES
• LX

Known issues on the 1996 MPV. Certain 1996 MPV vehicles are the subject of 1 recall: the lubricant on the ignition switch contacts could conduct current and overheat the switch, which raises the risk of fire, and dealers replaced the switch as the remedy. Among 18 complaints, air bags and vehicle speed control are named 3 times apiece, and engine and engine cooling, equipment and the power train twice apiece. Two complaints reported a crash and 3 reported an injury. Air bag wiring diagrams, speed control diagnostics and ignition procedures in the manual correspond to these areas.