No-Start, Flooded Engine: Cold Start Procedure (MAZ0217AP)

Publication date: 1970-01-01
Reference number: MAZ0217AP

NO-START, FLOODED ENGINE: COLD START PROCEDURE

TECHNICAL INFORMATION TIP

Reference Number(s): MAZ0217AP, Date of Issue:

NO-START, FLOODED ENGINE - COLD START PROCEDURE

YEAR(S): 1986-87

MANUFACTURER: Mazda

MODEL(S): RX-7

ISSUE & TIP

If the engine is flooded and won't start on a 1986-87 Maxda RX-7 rotary, try this:

Remove the EGI main fuse in the underhood fuse panel.
Open the throttle fully, then crank the engine for approximately 30 seconds.
Reinstall the fuse, fully open the throttle, and crank the engine. It should start now. If not, repeat the procedure. A rotary engine must spin fast while cranking. A good strong battery and starter are a must. There is a full throttle fuel cut switch on 1988 and later RX-7s to help with this problem. To prevent most flooding problems, always run the engine until it comes off fast idle after a cold start.

Courtesy of Import Service Magazine

with thanks to:

Bill Davidson

Mazda Specialists

Albuquerque, New Mexico

REFERENCE NUMBER

MAZ0217AP

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