1999 Mazda 626 - Consumer Discussions

Mazda 626

• Re: 1999 Mazda 626 LX V6 - 97k miles [chimpi99]

  Written by: sixs on Nov 30, 2011 9:42:37 AM

  Sounds to me like the head gasket blew when the engine overheated. 97K is nothing for that car as mine has 261K and another on here has 300K so it's really toss up. I can't speak of other issues as mine hasn't had any until now. I'm waiting reply regarding some tranny slippage that seems to be happening now.

• 1999 Mazda 626 LX V6 - 97k miles

  Written by: chimpi99 on Nov 18, 2011 2:49:12 PM

  Hi All, i am posting this here seeking your advice. i have a 99 626 LX V6 with 97k miles. a month ago, the temp gauge in the car was going to max and the car would stop. took it to a local repair shop and they noticed water pump leak and replaced it. repair guy said he is seeing a white smoke coming out of the car and suggested i ... Read More

• Re: Rocker Cover Gasket Leaking [p100]

  Written by: saeedabidi on Jul 22, 2011 6:41:57 AM

  I agree with you that this car has longevity. I own a mazda 626 LX V4 1999. So far I have only hit 100,000. I am glad to learn that it can take you upto 300,000 miles.

• Re: Rocker Cover Gasket Leaking [mazdamad40]

  Written by: p100 on Jul 21, 2011 7:35:26 PM

  I am glad you got it fixed. I hit 300,000 miles tonight in my 1999 Mazda 626 V6! That says something about longevity of this car. Mine has a 5 speed manual transmission. Both engine and transmission are original and have not been rebuilt to date.

• Rocker Cover Gasket Leaking

  Written by: saeedabidi on May 18, 2011 4:22:18 PM

  Hi Guys, I have a mazda 626 LX 1999 model. Last week I went to a mechanic for oil change and he told me that my car's Rocker Cover Gasket is leaking and is a fire hazard. I didn't ask him to change because it looks like selling a problem when it is not there. Can you guys please tell me what is Rocker Cover Gasket and how can I confirm ... Read More

Mazda 626 Transmission Questions

• Re: 1999 Mazda 626 transmission problem [ggv]

  Written by: johnr16 on May 6, 2010 4:38:02 AM

  Hello ggv, kfpla is correct, but I would add that I think your tranny has had it . It may come back to life again..Here is what I would try..buy 4 quarts of Mobil 1 synthentic fluid..There is no pan on this tranny but there is a drain plug.Warm it up ,pull the plug and drain the fld. Put 3 and a half quarts in and run it for a while. ... Read More

• Re: 1999 Mazda 626 transmission problem [ggv]

  Written by: kfpfla on May 5, 2010 9:28:33 PM

  Hello ggv, As I said before, I would avoid "power flushing" the tranny, as that can make make the situation worse (As the type of service that say Jiffy Lube might sell). The are willing to sell you anything, but beware that they have you sign a release that they will not be held responsible for any damage. I would recommend doing a manual flush. This is a lot easier on ... Read More

• 1999 Mazda 626 transmission problem

  Written by: ggv on May 5, 2010 8:51:10 PM

  I have one that won't go above 30 MPH. I'm guessing that the veins or valves are clogged? I don't know much about transmissions but I saw where a member (kfpfla) said do not flush it or remove the pan. I just don’t see how I can get it unclogged with out doing either. Any ideas or suggestions? I can’t afford to have it rebuilt. Thanks

• mazda auto trans

  Written by: saj4922 on Mar 12, 2010 5:45:39 PM

  can any one tell me if any other auto transmissions can go in a 1999 mazda 626 with a 2.0. I know some ford will fit some mazdas anyone know

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Re: Idle problem [teresas]

  Written by: runo4h on Jan 22, 2010 3:57:55 PM

  I do not have an answer yet. I came inside after a ride in my wonderful 1999 626 that I love so much and have left parked for the last month, and decided to google my problem. Basicly we have the same complaints. Not sure what the rotors had to do with an idle problem. :) I left the car with a mechanic for a month before and had to go ... Read More

Mazda 626 Electrical Issues

• 1999 626 Electrical Issues

  Written by: jbriggs1 on Nov 10, 2009 8:28:56 PM

  I have a 1999 Mazda 626 LX with the 4 cylinder and auto trans. We just bought it from my wife's grandmothre and it has basically been sitting for the last 7 years. I drove it back to Colorado from California at the end of October. On the trip I noticed the lights were pulsing. Not completely off and on, but definately bright, dim, bright. Not sure if it is related, ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

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

  Written by: saeedabidi on Nov 3, 2009 6:04:26 AM

  Once on a freeway my mazda 626 1999 model car all of sudden died, in such a way that dash board lights and all electrical functions went dead and the car comes to a complete halt. This was simply due to a dead fuse, but the mechanic charged me $600 US$ and at that time I was not sure. My car was coming from a hot environment and then into a ... Read More

• Re: 1999 Mazda 626ES v6 issues [gyates]

  Written by: askperry on Jul 28, 2009 7:22:47 AM

  Squealing might be your belt(s) slipping because of the rough idle. The rough idle might be because of a loose vacuum hose. I don't have this model 626, but there are normally lots of vacuum hoses on and around the EGR valve.

Mazda 626

• 1999 626 coolant cap problem

  Written by: dunin3 on Jan 6, 2009 11:10:51 PM

  I have a great 1999 Mazda 626ES V6. Yesterday the guys servicing my car told me that I needed a new cap on my coolant system because it was "missing the lower part". I just figured that they were trying to sell me a part so I said I'd fix it later. I bought a a new cap at the auto store. The new cap has a lift up release tab ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• 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 Starting Issues

• Re: 1999 Mazda 626 starting problem [mdate]

  Written by: kaizen on Sep 12, 2008 9:38:22 AM

  It is the check valve inside the fuel pump. Just turn on and do not crank it for a few (6-8) seconds, then crank it, by that time the pump will have filled the line and it will start like magic!

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 Starting Issues

• 1999 Mazda 626 starting problem

  Written by: mdate on Jun 16, 2008 4:04:41 PM

  I have 1999 Mazda 626, i4, 2L engine. It is stick shift. When I try to start the car, engine makes cranking sound on turning key but does not fire up. After doing the same thing, cranking for 8-10 times it fires up and then car rolls just normal. After the engine is fired up it do not have any problem. But it gives problems in fireing up. What could be ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Re: Mazda 626 LX 1999 Model - Screeching noise from belt [saeedabidi]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Feb 18, 2008 9:21:58 AM

  No sorry the "belt dressing" doesn't really work very well. You can try tightening the belt up a bit but if it is glazed from slipping you have no other choice but to replace it. But check the tightness by all means.

• Mazda 626 LX 1999 Model - Screeching noise from belt

  Written by: saeedabidi on Feb 17, 2008 3:25:58 PM

  My car make screeching noise when it is cold and when you start the car in the morning. The noise comes from the belt. I used belt spray for a while, which makes the noise go away for a day but keep coming back the next day. Is there a permanent and cheaper solution to resolving this noise from belt. Thanks Syed

• in my mazda 626 sometime the key wont come out

  Written by: amychs2010 on Dec 1, 2007 10:42:25 AM

  i just recently got a 1999 mazda 626 and when i started driving it sometimes the key wont come out and sometimes it will.

• Re: 1999 Mazda 626 Driver side headlight will not work [standark]

  Written by: standark on Nov 29, 2007 4:34:33 PM

  As a follow-up, the problem was a bad ground under the battery. Wiring to the lights. Thanks

• engine noise after warming up

  Written by: texascowboy on Nov 17, 2007 12:45:05 PM

  Mazda 626, 1999, 100000 miles, 2.0L."> There is a weird noise that appears 5 minutes after warming up the engine and gets louder. Noise is localized in the area on the passenger side from the valves. Noise is dependent on engine speed. Does anybody know what is that? Thanks. Written by: p100 on Oct 6, 2007 8:01:43 PM

  Have Autozone pull the code for free. You need to know why the engine check light is on to begin with. I have a '99 ES V6 with a 5 speed manual and 176k miles (original owner). One issue common to these cars is clogging of the EGR passages in the intake manifold and engine block with carbon. This results in engine light coming on, sometimes intermittently. The code is I ... Read More

• Re: 1999 Mazda 626 es V6 [latino20782]

  Written by: pat on Sep 21, 2007 7:19:35 AM

  You should be able to look it up in our Tips and Advice section. You can start here: Maintenance Schedules.

• 1999 Mazda 626 es V6

  Written by: latino20782 on Sep 20, 2007 6:36:34 PM

  Anyone knows what is needed to be done at 90,000 miles...i got 92,736 now?

• 1999 Mazda 626 es V6

  Written by: latino20782 on Sep 20, 2007 6:32:29 PM

  well i have this car for a year now and i could never get this engine light problem fix.....it comes back on and off...wtf?

Mazda 626 Electrical Issues

• right headlight out, left headlight flickers, headlight relay clicks or buz

  Written by: d0s4d1 on May 21, 2007 2:18:08 PM

  Hi, I'm new to this forum, looking to fix a really nasty problem on my 1999 Mazda 626 and I'm way over my head. I don't have money to take this to the shop, but my headlights are out so I can't drive at night, as a musician that ruins everything! ;) (I'm only up at night!!!!!!) Symptoms: * right headlight is out * left headlight flickers * clicking or buzzing ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Re: Issues with my 1999 Mazda 626 by gangling [gangling]

  Written by: mhhalabe on Mar 12, 2007 9:03:54 AM

  Thanks a lot for the information. I'll look into buying one of the ODBII scanners.

• Re: Issues with my 1999 Mazda 626 by gangling [mhhalabe]

  Written by: gangling on Mar 11, 2007 9:33:02 PM

  I can't remember where it's said that there are 6,000,000 cars are running with check engine light on in USA. I suggest you buy a OBDII scanner from Walmart(about $70)and read the error code to ask online or local store where need fix (most times, some sensor need clean or change). Meantime you can use your scanner as switch to erase the error code in your car's computer(turn off the check ... Read More

• Re: Issues with my 1999 Mazda 626 by gangling

  Written by: mhhalabe on Feb 26, 2007 12:48:52 PM

  My 1996 Mazda 626 Cronos is having some problems. I recently changed the battery because the car wouldn't start when we were experiencing the -50F weather in my town. Also, in the past 2 months, my check engine soon light has come on atleast 3 times and now it is on again. It doesn't blink, but is just staying on steady. I remove the battery post and it goes away, for ... Read More

• Re: Issues with my 1999 Mazda 626 [elove930]

  Written by: gangling on Feb 26, 2007 12:15:58 AM

  My mazda 1999 at 60k miles have had the same problem as you mentioned for at least two years. It's running fine. Funny things is that the check engine light will be on every one to three months and I need cut off the battery cable each time when it's on. I once put $700 to Pep boy to replace two sensors and they couldn't fix it and refunded the money ... Read More

• Issues with my 1999 Mazda 626

  Written by: elove930 on Feb 21, 2007 1:42:39 PM

  :( I just bought this car and im noticing already that it having problems. (1) If i leave the car off for a while, let say overnight, it turns on fine. but when i park and and come back let say for like 20 mins or so, the car cuts off!!! (2) When it idle, it vibrates and makes this weird sound now and again. i can't explain it. Like its ... Read More

• Re: 1999 mazda 626 stereo problem [aragdoll]

  Written by: vantagemotors on Oct 1, 2006 4:06:09 PM

  It's an internal problem with the radio and yes, you have to replace it. It's your choice whether you put another factory radio or an aftermarket. Personally I would put an aftermarket unit in. The factory radios were known to have LCD display and volume button problems. If you do go after market, buy a wiring harness adapter kit, they work really well and save you from cutting up the factory ... Read More

• 1999 mazda 626 stereo problem

  Written by: aragdoll on Sep 29, 2006 3:12:25 PM

  I won't go into all the other problems I've had with this car but you can probably imagine. My current issue is the stereo. Initially the display would dim and I couldn't control the volume and the CD would go in and out and I couldn't change radio stations. This only happened sometimes. I lived with it for awhile as it was only slightly troublesome (as I was much more concerned ... Read More

• Timing Belt Change

  Written by: saeedabidi on Aug 14, 2006 11:25:28 AM

  Hello Guys, I have 63000 miles on my Mazda 626 LX, 1999 Model 2.5 liter 4 cylinders. I have not yet replaced the timing belt on my car and I was informed by the service people that this is very critical to be replaced. Mazda dealearship here costs around Cd$845.00 (canadian). This is the cost of 60,000 miles service on the car. Now I wanted to find out, if I should ... Read More

• Re: 1999 mazda 626 es V6 [latino20782]

  Written by: latino20782 on Aug 29, 2006 4:35:10 PM

  thanks for the input...but what i did was change oil and filter,pvc,and spark plugs...yesturday and the engine light came off?????if it comes on again i will take it to autozone....thaks...

• Re: 1999 mazda 626 es V6 [latino20782]

  Written by: gyates on Aug 28, 2006 4:26:44 PM

  Go to Autozone and let them run a code check. Mine was just on, and all I needed was the EGR hoses cleaned. Had the dealer perform the work. Good as new. I have 101k on mine.

• 1999 mazda 626 es V6

  Written by: latino20782 on Aug 28, 2006 1:18:33 PM

  just got it 3 weeks ago and of course is used 79454 miles and now the engine light is coming on/////what does the mean and what needs to be fix????????

Mazda 626

• Mazda dealer or local mechanic for timing belt?

  Written by: saeedabidi on Aug 16, 2006 3:18:58 PM

  Hello Guys, I have 63000 miles on my Mazda 626 LX, 1999 Model 2.5 liter 4 cylinders. I have not yet replaced the timing belt on my car and I was informed by the service people that this is very critical to be replaced. Mazda dealearship here costs around Cd$845.00 (canadian). This is the cost of 60,000 miles service on the car. Now I wanted to find out, if I should ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Re: 1999 Mazda 626 Driver side headlight will not work [standark]

  Written by: p100 on Jun 11, 2006 1:33:29 PM

  Most likely your healight switch is defective. It has sliding contacts in it which have either pitted or broken off inside the switch. I had a similar issue with a 95 Nissan truck. It was the headlight switch (intergrated with the turn singal stalk).

• 1999 Mazda 626 Driver side headlight will not work

  Written by: standark on Jun 3, 2006 9:33:45 AM

  Thought maybe somebody saw a similar problem.. The driver side headlight does not work (Passenger side is fine), The brights do not work either.Checked all fuses, they are ok.. Tried 2 new bulbs.. When I press forward on the stem (head light controls) to put on the Brights, the Blue Indicator light does not come on on the dash panel (The brights do come on on the Passenger side headlight though). ... Read More

• Re: 140k on my 1999 V6 [p100]

  Written by: mazda626atx on Mar 29, 2006 11:15:39 AM

  140k Sounds like you are doing fairly well. Does the creaking noise happen when you are stationary or moving very slowly and making a right turn? or at normal speeds. If so it could be the top strut bearing.I replaced both of mine. Check them by having car in park , and have someone turn wheel left to right while you hold your hand on the spring. You feel it tensioning ... Read More

• Re: 626 fuel pump relay [davec4]

  Written by: p100 on Feb 8, 2006 5:51:10 PM

  According to the illustration on page 01-14-7 of my 1999 Mazda 626 shop manual, the fuel relay is the second relay from the right in the third (closest to the battery) row inside the black fuse/relay box. On the inside of the relay box cover this relay is marked as "circuit relay". There is row of three identical relays right next to the battery (not inside the cover box), but two ... Read More

• 626 fuel pump relay

  Written by: davec4 on Feb 8, 2006 4:01:13 PM

  Help! I'm suspecting the problem with a friend's car trouble is the fuel pump relay but I can't determine which of the many relays under the hood is the right relay. A Haynes repair manual is NO help! She drives a 1999 Mazda 626. Can anyone help???

• 626-Just stopped running! help!!!

  Written by: carhelp101 on Feb 7, 2006 8:12:17 PM

  I was driving during rush hour today on a major interstate trying to merge and my 1999, Mazda 626 shook, and then cut off! I'm thinking it may be either the fuel pump or fuel filter. Any ideas??!!??? Thanks so much!!

Mazda 626

• 1999 626 V6 cooling fan motor

  Written by: p100 on Dec 13, 2005 6:58:47 PM

  The radiator cooling fan motor recently died on my 99 626 V6. There are two electric fans in front of the radiator - one is called the radiator fan, the other the condenser fan (for A/C condenser cooling). Both of them come on when the A/C is on and the engine is running. I could not believe the prices of replacement fans from Mazda! One complete fan is about $ 320 ... Read More

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: Manual 1999 Mazda 626 [Mr_Shiftright]

  Written by: rebeccak on Nov 28, 2005 8:02:22 PM

  thank you Mr_Shiftright. that's exactly what was wrong. hmmm i like this site :) i should visit it often.

• Re: Manual 1999 Mazda 626 [rebeccak]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Nov 21, 2005 12:31:44 PM

  Sounds like a common slipping belt symptom, or a bad bearing in the idler pulley upon which the belt revolves. I'd replace the offending belt and tighten it properly and/or inspect the idler pulley for excessive wear and wobble.

• Manual 1999 Mazda 626

  Written by: rebeccak on Nov 20, 2005 9:39:18 PM

  Hello: Can anyone help me with this question, please? I'm tired of asking my mechanics what’s the problem with my car and getting nowhere for they’re always giving me the run around and fix something other than the one I want to be fixed (female situation I guess…) Every time I start the car... first thing in the morning or after a few hours there’s a squealing sound. I believe it’s ... Read More

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• Transmission not engaging.

  Written by: bohook on Oct 19, 2005 10:03:25 AM

  I have a 1999 Mazda 626 LX automatic trans with 97,000 miles. I've changed the transmission fluid about 9,000 miles ago. After starting the engine I can move the gear shifter but the trans does not engage. Since the shifter seemed rather loose while going through the gears, I removed the housing surrounding it to check the cable. I noticed that both cables were connected and moved as I shifted. I'm ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• 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: sputtering [mazda_man]

  Written by: carhelp101 on Jun 9, 2005 6:20:24 AM

  i was wondering if your latest fix has worked...i also have a mazda 626, 1999 lx 4 cylinder....i started having problems late last year, very similar to yours.....when i'm sitting at a light, the pressure drops hard and fast..when i give it gas, it sputters and doesn't want to go, which is even more noticeable when the air/heat/fan is on, i actually have to turn it off in order to go!! ... Read More

Mazda 626

• Re: Mazda 626 LX 4 cylinder [hockey4life]

  Written by: hockey4life on Apr 27, 2005 7:35:21 PM

  1999 and all auto tranny's

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Fuel Injector Seal (1999 626 4-cyl)

  Written by: chrb on Apr 11, 2005 9:17:32 AM

  Can anyone help me find a fuel injector seal for my Mazda 626 LX (2.0 4-cyl). I think it’s also called a “hat”. According to the dealer they found the seal broken while fixing another problem (see below). Now I have fuel all over the engine and can see it spraying out around the injector sides while the car is running. Needless to say, the fire extinguisher was moved to the ... Read More

• last of the line and reply to # 1524

  Written by: p100 on Jul 4, 2003 6:46:18 PM

  I just looked at two brand new 2002 left over 626's at our local Mazda dealership. They are both 4 cyl 5 speed base models with no options, one silver and one white. The MSRP is $ 19K and some change. They are selling them at $ 5000 off the sticker, or for about $ 14K. This is not a bad deal in my opinion if you are looking for cheap ... Read More

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• Reply to #1366 and 1368

  Written by: white626 on Apr 24, 2003 7:47:38 PM

  I live in California and all the mechanics, Mazda and otherwise don't endorse the 105k mile interval. I had mine done at 60k, since replacingit didn't cost a tremendous amount more than inspecting it. On my 1988 626 we went to 75,000 miles with no problem. On our 1999 Protege, replaced the belt at 88,000 miles. The only bad part of that one was wondering if that would be the day ... Read More

• Good Price?

  Written by: heathcat on Oct 10, 2002 8:50:16 AM

  I am shopping for a used car right now, and I'm very nervous about it as I have never owned a newer car and never taken on car payments. I want to buy a car that will last 150,000+ miles. I am looking seriously at a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant ES and a 1999 Mazda 626 LX 5-spd manual trans. (I prefer manual for handling in the snow and it's usual lack ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• 1999 Mazda 626 problems

  Written by: drrotwang on Jul 28, 2002 8:37:12 AM

  This is reference to our MAZDA 626 ES V6, purchased new in May 1999 with 26 miles on the odometer. The automobile came with a standard 3 year 50,000 mile unlimited warranty excluding items mentioned in the Owner’s manual and warranty. Currently the car has 48,542 miles on the odometer and is a little over three years old. Most of the miles are highway miles. The car has not been used ... Read More

• Timeing belt

  Written by: jcarpen763 on Feb 18, 2002 6:12:44 AM

  At what mileage should the timing belt be replaced on a 1999 Mazda 626 4 cyl 2.0 engine.

• IMA Whiner

  Written by: jonbgood on Nov 19, 2001 6:47:17 AM

  Dittos on what windowphobe6 just posted. My 1999 Mazda 626 manual is silent on transmission servicing other than "add fluid when not in the cross hatches range". I've called two Mazda dealers and got two different approaches - one said bring it in and lets flush - the other said flush and you'll be sorry - we only change the fluid in the pan. I'm going that route since that is ... Read More

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• Mazda 626 Transmission Service

  Written by: jonbgood on Nov 14, 2001 10:25:41 AM

  My 1999 Mazda 626 (4cyl)has about 53k flawless miles on it. No mention in owners manual about transmission service. I've received conflicting info. from 2 different dealers. 800# for Mazda service said only change fluid if it becomes discolored. I believe in preventative maintenance. I'd drop the pan and change the filter but one Mazda service manager told me NOT to do that if car is shifting good. Said it could ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• 626 Tranny woes.

  Written by: marc45 on Sep 10, 2001 10:34:46 PM

  Hello, I own a 1998lx 626 2.0l 4cyl. auto Transission. This Ford unit failed at 53K miles. I changed the fliud by dropping the drain plug every other oil change. Easy to do and cheap about 3.50 a change 3.5 qts. owned the car since 1999. Paid 13k for the car w/12k miles. Seemed to be a good buy..the car handles well and has a spacious interior and trunk. Dash looks ... Read More

• More transmission woes

  Written by: 626blues on Jul 8, 2001 10:11:20 PM

  Hi, I am new to the forum and have been reading the posts related to transmission failures in the 626. I have not read every single post, so I hope I am not beating a dead horse here, but I bought a new 1999 Mazda 626 ES 4-cyl in October 1999. In March of this year at 27,000 miles I was returning from a ski trip with a gaggle of girl ... Read More

• 626 Service in SF Bay Area

  Written by: alesk on Jun 19, 2001 4:15:16 PM

  I have a 1999 Mazda 626 LX still under warranty. It's about ready for the 30,000 mile tune up. However the local authorized service center in Oakland quoted $650 for that service. That seems quite high to me. Does anybody know another provider in the local area that might be both reliable and more reasonable in pricing. Thanks, Alan alesk@cwia.com

• rattles

  Written by: bj02176 on May 26, 2001 5:11:50 PM

  Same thing happened to me on my 1999 VW Passat, when it was cold the dash rattled, later when it warmed up it disappeard. This did not happen in the summer months. Expanding and contracting I guess. I now have a 2001 Mazda 626 v6, windows creat that is about it. Also regular and mid grade gas seem okay but best performance, no hesitation, is with premium. Anyone else have their ... 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

Mazda 626

• 99 Mazda 626 ES 4-cyl E-mail JEgan98@aol.com

  Written by: ohiogoodguys on Jan 6, 2001 11:43:44 AM

  I own a Honda CR-V so I spend most of my time there but need your help on a 626 that my father is buying. It is a 1999 Mazda 626 ES 4-cyl with a moonroof and leather it has the cd/cassette and all the other es goodies such as the PW/locks/Cruse Tilt. The car has 41K on it and it is in Great Shape. I saw this vehicle. This was ... Read More

Mazda 626 Troubles

• Keyless entry programming

  Written by: mazda626owner on Dec 18, 2000 3:51:17 PM

  Sorry, forgot to put in a title in my previous message Hi, I recently bought a 1999 Mazda 626 from the Hertz car sales. It is in great condition but I have a small problem. The Hertz guys buy directly from the factory and they have never programmed the keyless entry modules that come with the car. They have given me 2 brand new keyless entry modules and a flow-chart with ... Read More

Mazda 626

• Keyless entry programming

  Written by: mazda626owner on Dec 18, 2000 3:43:21 PM

  Hi, I recently bought a 1999 Mazda 626 from the Hertz car sales. It is in great condition but I have a small problem. The Hertz guys buy directly from the factory and they have never programmed the keyless entry modules that come with the car. They have given me 2 brand new keyless entry modules and a flow-chart with instructions on how to program the keyless entry modules but no ... Read More

• 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.