1998 Mazda 626 Consumer Discussions

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Re: Loosing power [mickeyz1]

  Written by: stu_the_bear on Dec 10, 2011 9:22:49 AM

  Good ignition wires are vital on these engines and I found only one brand that works well... NGK... so don't waste your time and $ as I did on other so-called premium wires on your Mazda because they just don't work right, causing power-robbing misfires and stall-outs at low RPMs. Secondly, after owning 2 nearly identical Mazda 626 LX V6 manual cars (1998 and 2000 models) with similar ongoing starting troubles ... Read More

• Re: Mazda 626 LX V6 1998 [mvperez4jesus]

  Written by: mn_test347 on Nov 22, 2011 4:22:17 PM

  Hopefully you have your issues taken care of by now. The 02 sensor will also come on if the wires to it are not connected. Since you cut and splice the wires when you change the sensor - double check your splices. I replaced my sensors at about 90000 miles, am at 150000 now. No problems. If the sound from the back end you hear is ticka-ticka-ticka-ticka-ticka and it occurs sporadically ... Read More

Mazda 626 Starting Issues

• 1998 Mazda 626

  Written by: caleigh on Nov 11, 2011 10:23:35 AM

  When trying to start my 626 frequently the key turn doesn't seem to activate the starter. However if I push the key in very firmly the car starts just fine. The problem seems to be getting worse and I'm afraid we'll get stranded sometime. Any suggestions would be very welcome. All electrics appear to be normal and the battery never struggles. Thanks

Mazda 626 Transmission Questions

• Re: Transmission ?? [bloch]

  Written by: kfpfla on Dec 19, 2009 11:49:43 PM

  I would avoid dropping the pan. I would also avoid power flushing the tranny fluid, as this can cause a lot more damage in the poorly designed Ford tranny's. What I strongly recommend is to add a Tranny Cooler, since the major reason the tranny fails in the first place is because of heat. Mazda was taken over by Ford in the late 90's, and used a whole bunch of Ford ... Read More

Mazda 626 Starting Issues

• Re: 95 mazda 626 fuel pump relay low side power not working [packerbacker1]

  Written by: bt100 on Nov 3, 2009 1:40:57 PM

  I Own a 1998 Mazda 626 lx V6 automatic, I just purchased it 3 months ago in what I thought was great shape.. It has now began to have many different issues. First the check engine light stays on, then the RPM starts to go higher than before going up to 2500-3000 before switching. It felt like it was just delayed a few seconds more then normal. I then took it ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Re: 1996 MAZDA 626 ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING [saeedabidi]

  Written by: bt100 on Nov 3, 2009 1:39:14 PM

  I Own a 1998 Mazda 626 lx V6 automatic, I just purchased it 3 months ago in what I thought was great shape.. It has now began to have many different issues. First the check engine light stays on, then the RPM starts to go higher than before going up to 2500-3000 before switching. It felt like it was just delayed a few seconds more then normal. I then took it ... Read More

Mazda 626 Transmission Questions

• Re: [alanbiogen] Did u ever get your engine light off? [mlbscouting]

  Written by: bt100 on Nov 3, 2009 1:33:02 PM

  I Own a 1998 Mazda 626 lx V6 automatic, I just purchased it 3 months ago in what I thought was great shape.. It has now began to have many different issues. First the check engine light stays on, then the RPM starts to go higher than before going up to 2500-3000 before switching. It felt like it was just delayed a few seconds more then normal. I then took it ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Mazda 626 Clunking sound

  Written by: dixiedc on Jul 30, 2009 10:39:50 AM

  I have a 1998 Mazda 626 that makes a clunking sound when you take off from a stopped position and when you change gears.

• 1998 mazda 626 code p0400

  Written by: plumberdan on Jan 20, 2009 2:23:13 PM

  i need help with this code car is un able to pass smog untill i resolve this issue. any help would be great.

• mazda trouble code p0400

  Written by: plumberdan on Jan 20, 2009 1:32:11 PM

  i have a 1998 mazda 626 with a v6 non turbo with the code p0400 any idea how to make it go away.. need to smog car asap

• Re: 626 Mazda [parnell1234]

  Written by: kfpfla on Sep 12, 2008 9:53:48 AM

  Hello Parell1234, One quick question: Does the O/D light "Flash" when on extended highway trips? If it does, you might have a "known" Mazda Service Issue. I have a 1998 Mazda 626 4 Cyl Automatic and for some reason if I am Driving at 70 mph and let off the gas pedal my O/D Light Flashes and continues to do so until I stop and turn off the car, let it ... Read More

Mazda 626 Transmission Questions

• Re: 97 626 transmission problem [eharing]

  Written by: kfpfla on Sep 12, 2008 9:24:51 AM

  Hello Ernie, One quick question: Does the O/D light Flash when on extended highway trips? If it does, you may have a "known" Mazda Service Issue. My 1998, Mazda 626 LX 4 cyl 2.0 had a very similar issue that happened only after driving at highway speeds for about an 70 minutes. I spoke with a guy who rebuilds these transmissions. He said that when the O/D light "flashes", it is ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Mazda 626 LX V6 1998

  Written by: mvperez4jesus on May 23, 2008 12:39:27 PM

  I own a Mazda 626 LX V6 1998 and i have the following problems: for the past 4-5 years i had been getting the check engine light with the P1131 code. it is suppose to be an idicator of one of your oxygen sensors. I have replaced that Oxygen sensor in 4 occassions, and all of them twice already ever since. As i write i still get the light on. The ... Read More

• Mazda 626 diesel don't start after long running

  Written by: a2sistemi on Apr 29, 2008 2:00:52 AM

  I have a Mazda 626 2.0tdi dated 1998, over 300.000Km Is an european model When the engine run for a long time, for example 1-2 hours of highway drive,if I stop it an restart , even within only some seconds, it never start again. The first times it happen, I need to wait 5-10 minutes, now I have to pass a intere night to cool down , and then restart. The ... Read More

• Re: Mazda 626 LX V6 1998 [mvperez4jesus]

  Written by: kellij2 on Jul 28, 2008 9:03:25 AM

  ok so i have the same car you do but it is a 99. I just replaced the thermostat about 3 months ago because my car started to run hot when i would be stopped at a light or in traffic, but as soon as i would start to drive it would go back to half or under half near the cool side. It is doing it again so now I ... Read More

Mazda 626 Electrical Issues

• Flickering lghts with a buzzing

  Written by: renem on Feb 11, 2008 4:13:28 PM

  I have a 1998 Mazda 626 Symptoms: * right headlight is out * left headlight flickers * clicking or buzzing sound coming from somewhere If the car is running you hear a buzzing sound and it flickers really really fast and the headlight flickers about 5-10 times a second in time with the clicking coming from the relay. It doesn't happen when only the parking lights are on

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Issues

  Written by: cstephens on Nov 8, 2007 7:38:29 PM

  I have a 1998 Mazda 626 with a little over 91000 miles ...and it has weird electronic issues...if I role up the windows it shakes....sometimes when I turn on the AC it shakes .... ....Every time I take it to the shop it it rarely acts up or they say they don't know what it is. Has anyone experienced this? One last thing....I have noticed that after a long road trip ... Read More

• Auto box on 98 626 V6 not shifting past 2nd.

  Written by: olufemi on Oct 12, 2007 2:28:04 AM

  I have a 1998 Mazda 626 ES-V6. It has 174,000miles on it. I have had this problem with the transmission for a month now. It shifts into 2nd but with hesitation. It does not go past second. I had a reconditioned box put in it, still the same story. I was told it is an electrical problem with some sensor, solenoid, or relay. Where are these part located in the car. ... Read More

• Re: 1998 Mazda 626 LX (4 Cyl) Auto Transmission [dickmets]

  Written by: misticmind on May 22, 2007 1:03:19 PM

  My car would shift out of gear as in going into neutral then it would kick back in. My transmission has been recently rebuilt. Same problem occuring. Said I needed to bring it to Mazda to get it checked before they would re-open my transmission. Mazda said it was the transmission - however when they were testing electricals - the code for the TRansmission Range Switch was identified - Mazda said ... Read More

• 1998 Mazda 626 LX (4 Cyl) Auto Transmission

  Written by: dickmets on Feb 16, 2007 9:42:26 AM

  I think my auto transmission is shot on my 1998 Mazda 626 LX with 163,000 miles on it. I did replace a Speed Sensor and a Throttle Position Sensor about 5,000 & 10,000 miles ago when I thought I was having transmission problems at that time....but the sensor replacements made my problems disappear. Other than the transmission the car is in great shape, inside & out. Is it worth putting a ... Read More

Mazda 626 Transmission Questions

• Mazda 626 LX 4 Cyl Auto Transmission Question

  Written by: dickmets on Feb 16, 2007 3:37:18 AM

  I think my auto transmission is shot on my 1998 Mazda 626 LX with 163,000 miles on it. I did replace a Speed Sensor and a Velocity Sensor about 5,000 & 10,000 miles ago when I thought I was having transmission problems at that time....but the sensor replacements made my problems disappear. Other than the transmission the car is in great shape, inside & out. Is it worth putting a junk ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Mazda 626

  Written by: tahbasb on Nov 11, 2006 8:53:25 PM

  I am looking very seriously at buying a used 1998 mazda 626 for between $4,500-5,000 with 90,000-110,000 on it. I pretty much gathered from reading the posts here that I should avoid the auto transmission (I prefer manual anyway). I have already narrowed the scope to 2 manual trans cars but looking at this site gives me 2nd thoughts. The 626 really seems to be a car with never ending problems. ... Read More

• Re: 1998 Mazda 626 - How many miles can I expect? [knitwit]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Feb 9, 2006 9:17:18 AM

  Life expectancy of a modern car should be about 175K-225K if it is well cared for...of course, this doesn't include accident damage ending the car's life. Anything over that is really just borrowed time and you probably don't want to push a car that far. So if you are driving 12K a year, figure 4 years before you get really serious about changing.

• 1998 Mazda 626 - How many miles can I expect?

  Written by: knitwit on Feb 9, 2006 8:33:05 AM

  My mazda currently has about 130,000 miles on it. We had the transmission overhauled about a year and a half ago and have been pretty good about regular maintenance. How many miles do you think I can expect out of this car before it dies?? Thanks in advance!

Mazda 626

• Re: New Mazda 626 owner [p100]

  Written by: backy on Jan 13, 2006 8:28:33 PM

  You know, I am puzzled about this tranny issue. I looked up the reliability ratings on the 2000 626 in CR, and it is well above average overall and the auto tranny is above average. I would think there would be more 4 cylinder 626s sold than V6s, so a major problem with the auto tranny on 4 cylinder models would be reflected in CR's rating. Also, here is what Consumer ... Read More

• looking for a mazda 626 lx year 2000 for parts

  Written by: mariko11 on Jan 1, 2006 12:17:03 PM

  i am looking for a mazda 626 lx year could be between 1998 and 2002. i am in need of the front passenger door for this car. the original color is dark green, almost black in the night. if not the original color a matching door will do. My car is a year 2000.

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Re: 1998 Mazda 626 V6 5 spd CAM Sensor Malfunction [alcan]

  Written by: p100 on Dec 13, 2005 6:48:20 PM

  My 1999 ES V6 5 speed has the cam sensor located inside the rear valve cover, close to a cam sprocket. 1999 626 V6 does not have a distributor though.

• Re: 1998 Mazda 626 V6 5 spd CAM Sensor Malfunction [kaos64]

  Written by: alcan on Dec 4, 2005 3:50:50 AM

  The cam sensor is an integral part of the distributor according to this info: http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBroker?ForwardPage=/az/cds/en_us/0900823d/80/14/47/c1/09- 00823d801447c1.jsp

• 1998 Mazda 626 V6 5 spd CAM Sensor Malfunction

  Written by: kaos64 on Dec 3, 2005 12:13:57 PM

  Does anyone know where the Cam sensor is located? My CEL came on and I took it to Autozone for the free diagnostic. The error shows a "Bank 1 cam sensor malfunction". Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.

• 1994 mazda transmission leak...any suggestions?!

  Written by: brokenagain on Sep 2, 2005 5:13:39 PM

  I have a 1994 Mazda 626, which is now on its 3rd transmission (the original blew up in 1998, the second in 2003) Now, lucky me, it has a leak at the seal between the engine and transmission...that is what the mechanic told me ( i know a slight bit about cars, not enough to fix big troubles...can't remember what seal he called that). I was wondering if anyone had success ... Read More

• Re: 1998 626 Transmission FAILURE... [kristywahoo1]

  Written by: p100 on Jul 23, 2005 5:24:47 PM

  Sorry to hear that, but there is ton of information available on horrible history of 4 cyl Mazda 626 auto transmissions. It is a good idea to do a little research before buying a car with problematic history. A manual transmission would have been a far wiser choice in this car.

• Re: 1998 626 Transmission FAILURE... [kristywahoo1]

  Written by: alcan on Jul 21, 2005 9:35:52 PM

  Have you tried calling Mazda customer service and asking them whether they'd be willing to split the cost? Manufacturers often will, as a "good faith" gesture.

• Air Condition Problem

  Written by: sudong on Jul 12, 2005 9:19:50 PM

  I am a new member with my 1999 Mazda 626 ES. It is a nice car but with one problem. The air condition doesn't work well. It is not as cool as other Mazda 626. I don't know what's wrong. Do you guys have the same question? One of my friend has a 1998 Mazda 626 LX, and his air condition works perfectly. Thanks for your help.

• Re: 1998 mazda 626 starting problem [montycristo59]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Jul 3, 2005 8:08:07 AM

  If it has fuel and spark it pretty much has to start....fire + fuel = explosion, and that's pretty reliable physics. So if you really have fuel and spark you might have busted a timing belt. You might take off the oil cap and have someone spin the engine and see if the camshaft is turning in there.

• 1998 mazda 626 starting problem

  Written by: montycristo59 on Jul 3, 2005 7:33:04 AM

  I have a 1998 mazda 626 with a 4 cylynder engine, about 3 month ago it just stopped running. I have replaced the fuel pump, fuel regulator, and the coil to no avail. it seems to be gettin lots of fuel and spark but it wont start. any sugestions on where else to look.

• ODBII P0443 Evap pruge control

  Written by: rward2 on Jun 30, 2005 1:36:59 PM

  I have a 1998 Mazda 626 that keeps giving a ODBII code of P0443 evap purge control system. I traced part of the vacuum line and tried to find the charcoal canister. I can’t find where either of them end up going from the tank to the front of the car. I also replaced the gas cap (hoping for the simple fix) it was a no go. Any ideas?

• 1998 626 5spd 83K Miles - sucking sound coming from engine

  Written by: hercynium on Jun 11, 2005 12:29:16 PM

  I never noticed the problem since I bought the vehicle a year ago, but I just got an oil change and the mechanic told me the engine was making a sucking sound that might indicate a cracked intake manifold. (This place doesn't fix that sort of thing, though) I opened the hood and heard it for myself, and it certainly isn't a healthy sound to me. From what I've read on ... Read More

• Re: BALL JOINTS [626town]

  Written by: alcan on Feb 25, 2005 3:42:52 AM

  Lower Ball Joints Mazda 323/MX-3/626/MX-6/Millenia/Protégé 1990-1998 REMOVAL & INSTALLATION Except MX-3, 323, Protege and Millenia The lower ball joint is an integral part of the lower control and cannot be replaced separately. If the lower ball joint is defective, the entire lower control arm must be replaced.

Mazda 626

• 1998 v4 626 with 82,000 and imminent tranny die

  Written by: rondi on Mar 6, 2005 2:23:08 PM

  Hi My Mazda OD light started blinking yesterday and the car bucked for about 100 miles. I took it up to Canada, hoping I can find a cheaper way to replace the tranny, since I'm sure that's the problem (and knew this car has that guaranteed problem). Any suggestions for the best way to go in Vancouver, CA? What to avoid? I've heard that they never work well after you replace ... Read More

• SPEAKERS

  Written by: mazcarfan1 on May 16, 2004 9:03:14 AM

  I have a 1998 Mazda 626 LX 4-cyl. with the stock MAZDA AM/FM CD PLAYER, I was wondering what type of stock speakers and watts did Mazda used front and rear for the 98's? and did Mazda offer any hidden Subwoofer or AMP or just 4 speakers on the standard C.D. player in the LX? I notice my rear speakers are Pioneer 25w speakers they have awesome bass! everybody comments on ... Read More

• A/C on in park - engine loses power

  Written by: hja on Mar 17, 2004 7:50:01 AM

  My 1998 Mazda 626 (around 70,000 miles) loses power when the A/C is on and the driver changes into Park. When the car is in Drive or any other gear, there are no problems with the A/C. As soon as I switch to park with the A/C on, the RPM's go way down (the car almost dies) and barely stays on. Any suggestions? Much obliged.

Help! Repairs cost more than the car is worth!!

• 1998 Mazda 626 losing power

  Written by: hja on Mar 16, 2004 11:00:33 AM

  My 1998 Mazda 626 loses power when the A/C is on and the driver changes into Park. When the car is in Drive or any other gear, there are no problems with the A/C. As soon as I switch to park with the A/C on, the RPM's go way down (the car almost dies) and barely stays on. Any suggestions?

Mazda 626

• Help ... My Mazda Cd player keeps rejecting 90 % of my CD's!

  Written by: mazdamad1 on Sep 3, 2003 12:01:04 PM

  I have a 1998 Mazda 626 and the Cd player has always been very finnicky about which CD's it feels like playing..... It almost never plays burned CD's ( IS ANYONE HAVING ANY LUCK PLAYING BURNED CD's in their factory unit?) But know it won't even play commercial CD's either? I am at my wits end.. Is there any cheap cleaning kit I can get to fix it? Any suggestions would ... Read More

• more about 626 trasmission

  Written by: zoomzoom626 on Feb 21, 2003 6:25:54 AM

  Thanks for answering my first question. I had no idea that went away from Hydraulic lash adjusters. So it is not bad idea to change transmission fluid. I assume there is a drain plug on the bottom but is there a filler whole on the top? How much fluid does it take? I was thinking to put is synthetic gear oil in it. Is that a good idea? Also my father ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• 1998 626 Transmission Failure

  Written by: suziq2 on Nov 16, 2002 6:21:58 AM

  I feel the pain of chaz 25505. My transmission went out a month ago with no warning. I located a transmission specialist who'd worked for Lincoln/Mercury before going out on his own. He said by the time he quit the dealership, he was working on these all day long. When I called for an estimate, he had a 1995 626 transmission on the table. Made me feel sick and reassured all ... Read More

• 1998 626 Transmission FAILURE...

  Written by: chaz25505 on Nov 15, 2002 12:31:46 PM

  Hey, Has anyone heard of any recalls, class action suits, or any other recorse regarding transmission problems. My 1998 Mazda 626 has a little over 77k miles and the dealer wants 3,280+ for rebuild/replace from factory.( and that is not a brand new part)Maintanence was routine on vehicle and trans was not suspect until Sunday last. Customer service number was a waist of time...

• 626 Transmission Severe & epeated Problems

  Written by: mazda626sux on Jun 25, 2002 10:01:10 PM

  First of all - if you ever considered buying MAZDA 626 - DON'T. DO NOT. I've learned the hard way. I've read all those posts about severe TRANSMISSION in Fords and Mazdas, especially in Mazda 626. I've seen so many posts about someone buying a new or a new-used Mazda 626 and transmission going out of order in just a few days/weeks/months/miles...Well, I bought 626 (1998 model) exactly a year ago. ... Read More

• 626 TRANSMISSION!!! :-(((

  Written by: mazda626sux on Jun 25, 2002 9:59:41 PM

  First of all - if you ever considered buying MAZDA 626 - DON'T. DO NOT. I've learned the hard way. I've read all those posts about severe TRANSMISSION in Fords and Mazdas, especially in Mazda 626. I've seen so many posts about someone buying a new or a new-used Mazda 626 and transmission going out of order in just a few days/weeks/months/miles...Well, I bought 626 (1998 model) exactly a year ago. ... Read More

• Timing belt replacment on 98 Mazda 626

  Written by: mark38l on Jun 19, 2002 12:40:31 PM

  I have a 1998 Mazda 626LX 2.0l with 85k. I am planning on having the timing belt replaced at 100k. As anyone run into any trouble after the belt has been replaced. I am worried about the dealer screwing something up. Also does the radiator need to be removed? How much $$$ am I looking at? Comments are appricate d. Thanks, Mark

• 1998 Mazda 626

  Written by: eharri3 on May 7, 2002 11:53:34 AM

  My friend's factory alarm on his car went nuts yesterday, killing his engine and leaving him stranded. He actually had it deactivated over two years ago so he no longer has the key fob since it isn't supposed to work, so he couldnt turn it off that way. But then yesterday it went off when he tried to get into his car, killing the motor. The kill switch on the little ... Read More

• Done with the 626

  Written by: johnlw on Feb 12, 2002 11:13:52 AM

  I posted on this thread back when we were having transmission problems. After changing the transmission on warranty, and not really trusting the rebuilt replacement, we finally sold ours to Carmax. It was a 1998, LX, 4 cyl. auto. Got a good price and (I cannot believe I am saying this) we are getting a more reliable powertrain in a Buick. How the screw turns. Ford/Mazda did not do themselves any ... Read More

• Check Engine Light---AGAIN

  Written by: mark38l on Dec 29, 2001 6:58:11 PM

  The Check Engine Light has come on several times on my 1998 Mazda 626 LX starting at about 40,000 miles it will stay on between ~500-3000 miles (about 1 to 5 weeks) and go out only to relite 8,000 to 12,000 miles later. The car now has 74,800 and has relite. I have experienced no problems with fuel economy, pick-up etc. Is the light timed to go on and off at ... Read More

• 1998 Mazda 626 Clutch, Transmission problem

  Written by: mark38l on Aug 19, 2001 7:16:12 PM

  My 1998 Mazda 626LX with 63,000 appears to have a toasted clutch (just made it into my driveway). For the past week when putting into gear the engine would rev way past 5,000 RPM in the past 2 days it quickly got worse to the point were it is now. #1. Is 63,000 miles about the time to replace the clutch anyways? #2. How much $$$ should is expect to part ... Read More

Mazda 626

• Buying a 626

  Written by: bsaha on Aug 16, 2001 2:08:34 PM

  Hi Guys, I am in the market for a used car. This one is a 1998 Mazda 626 LE, with 54000 Miles. Dealer in Michigan is asking for $6,995. This is 4 cylinder with a stick shift. All standard options are present in the car. Need advice on 2 things. - Is this a good price. - Any particular problem that I need to be aware of, especially with the stick ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• electrical problems and check engine light.

  Written by: mark38l on Aug 11, 2001 6:33:02 PM

  I'm hoping someone can help me before I take this to the dealer. 1998 Mazda 626 LX 62,500 miles (bought new) Issue #1 Check engine light has been on for about 1,500 miles (It has been on before and goes out after a week or so). #2 Radio/CD stoped working LCD display on radio is out. When the headlights are on the buttons light up. #3 Dome light is out. When ... Read More

• 1998 Mazda 626 Tranny problems

  Written by: steelerfan826 on Jul 23, 2001 11:58:47 AM

  Hello, I own a 1998 626. My automatic transmission failed at 51135 miles. I've purchased the car in 99 w/20,000 mi. Ford makes the autotrans. Knowing this I changed the fluid(easy to do) every 10000 mi. but it still failed! 1000 mi past warranty just my luck right. anyway, this is what happened first the tranny started to shift real hard(like a shift kit) then the check engine light came on. ... Read More

Mazda 626

• Worried...

  Written by: johnlw on Jul 12, 2001 11:02:54 AM

  I posted this on the 626 Troubles Board, and if you will indulge me, I would like to post it here as well to get information. Our 1998 626, 4 cyl. auto is about to run out of warranty--end of August. It has been mainly driven by my wife. It has about 36,000 miles. I have changed the oil every 5000, did the 30,000 mile service on schedule, and have had ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• 1998 mazda 626 check engine light

  Written by: mark38l on Jun 9, 2001 9:09:57 AM

  My 1998 check engine light came on at about 52,000 miles it stayed lit all the time for about 2 weeks it went out at about 53,100 miles. It has now re-lit itself at about 58,000 miles. Does anyone have any advice. I hate to bring it to the Mazda dealer who know what kind of story they will give me. It a 1998 626 LX with a 5-speed manual and ... Read More

• 1998 Mazda 626

  Written by: sbea1 on Apr 26, 2001 11:27:31 PM

  My transmission went out two weeks ago at 86k miles, I bought the car in 1999 with 54K miles. The warranty has expired and I did not purchase an extended warranty. Total cost for a rebuild transmission $2,744.00. My wife and I purchase two vehicles on New years eve of 1999. We bought a 2000 MPV, which had a front end problem since the day we bought it (pulled to the ... Read More

• 1998 626 CD player problems

  Written by: drolen on Apr 26, 2001 8:15:27 AM

  I have a 1998 626 DX, and am having problems with my CD player. When I turn the volume down, it goes up and vice versa. When I eject the CD, the player continues to try to eject or whatever for 10-15 seconds after the CD is out. Now, this is the fourth CD player Mazda has put in this car, all in the last 14 months or so. All eventually ... Read More

Mazda 626

• 1998 Mazda 626 ES Question

  Written by: a_friend on Apr 11, 2001 2:58:43 PM

  I'm looking at this car after being out of the market for many years. I've driven Toyota for more years than I can remember, most recently a 1985 Celica GTS liftback. Its a beautiful, classic car in pretty good condition, but with close to 200 thousand miles with some rust developing and a clutch job looming in the not too distant future, I'm considering buying a newer sedan with automatic transmission. ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Cost

  Written by: meltoast99 on Apr 7, 2001 11:47:42 AM

  How much do engine mounts cost? That is with parts and labor for a 1998 Mazda 626.

• Mazda 626 vs Mazda Millineum

  Written by: neworleans on Feb 25, 2001 6:19:49 PM

  I am trying to decide if I should buy a 1998 Millineum with 16,000 miles, a V.6... or if I should get a NEW 2000 demo, 626, V.4 with 5000 miles. Both vehicles are loaded and have the 36,000 or 3 year warranty. I want the car that will last the LONGEST... am trading in a car with 245,000 miles. The V.4 seems to have enough power for me, but I ... Read More

Mazda 626

• 4-cylinder transmission

  Written by: windowphobe6 on Feb 22, 2001 5:32:44 PM

  Most of the issues with the LA4A-EL (aka the Ford CD4E) have already been addressed in production; the major fixes were phased in between 1996 and 1998. It is, to my way of thinking, not quite as agile a tranny as Mazda's own GF4A-EL, but it doesn't spend as much time hunting for gears, either - a good thing, since no one is ever going to accuse the four-cylinder 626 of ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• How's the tranny on 98 626 V6?

  Written by: smerbeck on Jul 23, 2000 6:21:19 PM

  I am considering buying a 1998 Mazda 626 ES V6. I checked in Consumer Reports 2000 Buying Guide which had it rated as very good. After reading some of the horror stories in this forum, I was wondering if anyone had information on the performance of said transmission. Thanks.

Mazda 626

• .

  Written by: barich1 on Jul 10, 2000 6:06:01 PM

  In theory, they fixed the AT for 1998 and made modifications throughout 1994-1997. It still isn't up to the level of Mazda's other AT that they use in the V6. But it is more reliable and I would recommend it only in the '98 and later models. Note, however, that I4/AT is apathetically slow. I know some of you won't buy a Mazda again, but please let me attempt to change ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• I guess I'll stick to Toyotas

  Written by: steinb1 on Jun 25, 2000 5:55:20 PM

  My neighbor has a 1998 Mazda 626 with 50k miles for sale for about $9k and I have a 1991 Toyota Camry that has 105k miles that I bought used in 1995 for $10k. It has been a great, dependable car with only repairs due to wear & tear -- and not much of that. I thought I'd do some browsing to see what owners have to say about the Mazda, ... Read More

• Transmissions in brief

  Written by: windowphobe6 on Jun 18, 2000 4:18:22 PM

  626 (four-cylinder) - '87-'93 - Mazda G4A-EL 626 (four-cylinder) - '94-up - Ford CD4E 626 (V6) - all - Mazda G4A-EL Millenia (base) - Mazda G4A-EL Millenia S - Jatco JF403E (Nissan RE4F04A) The current (F) version of the G4A-EL appeared first in '93. The peak years for CD4E problems were '94 through '97. (Ford redesigned the pump plate and gasket in late 1996, and the coast/forward clutch assembly in early ... Read More

Mazda 626

• 626 ES

  Written by: milleniaman1 on Feb 29, 2000 11:33:36 PM

  There was only one 626 ES model, until 1999 when Mazda started offering the ES trim on the 4 cylinder model. 1998 and before ESs were all V6 models. Mazda also dropped the DX models after the 1998 model year.

• Finding recalls

  Written by: windowphobe6 on Feb 19, 2000 4:17:54 AM

  The place to be is the Recall Database of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Office of Defects Investigation. (Say that fast three times.) http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/recmmy1.cfm will get you there; key in "Mazda", "626", and "1998", and the details will appear.

• RECALL Notices for 1998 Mazda 626 models

  Written by: taztornado on Feb 9, 2000 5:29:09 AM

  While I'm also doing my research on the 1998 Mazda 626 ES-V6. I found out that there were 2 recall notices for the year 1998: 1) Component: Fuel:Fuel Injection:Electrical; Causing Fault: Asembly, Improperly Installed Location, Preparation; Resulting Fault: STALLS. 2) Component: Equipment:Electric EquipmentTape Deck Etc.; Causing Fault: Electrical Short, Electrical Shock; Resulting Fault: FIRE, FLUID, ELECTRICAL, GAS(LPG), GASOLINE, OTHER. I'm not sure what this recall really means.... and if (for 1998 ... Read More