94 Mazda B2300 Repair Manual
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This Chilton DIY repair manual, covers 1994-1998 Mazda B2300, B2500, B3000, B4000, MPV, and Navajo, U.S. And Canadian market models. Book Excerpt: 1994-1998 Mazda MPV, Navajo Repair Manual ENGINE ELECTRICAL IGNITION CONTROL MODULE (ICM) REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION NAVAJO AND B-SERIES PICK-UP MODELS REMOTE-MOUNTED MODULE (See Figure 11). Disconnect the negative battery cable. Label and detach all wiring from the ICM. Remove the ICM/heat sink-to-fender apron bolts, then remove the ICM/heat sink.
If necessary, at this time the ICM can be removed from the heat sink. TO INSTALL.
Apply approximately 1/32 in. (0.08mm) thick layer of silicone dielectric compound (D7AZ-19A331-A or equivalent) to the base plate of the ICM. Install the ICM onto the heat sink. Tighten the mounting bolts to 15-35 inch lbs.
(1.7-4.0 Nm). Position the ICM onto the right-hand front fender apron, then install and tighten the mounting bolts to 90-120 inch lbs. Attach all wiring to the ICM, then connect the negative battery cable. DISTRIBUTOR-MOUNTED MODULE.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the distributer assembly from the engine. Place the distributer on the workbench and remove the module retaining screws. Pull the right side of the module down the distributor mounting flange and back up to disengage the module terminal from the connector in the distributor base. The module may be pulled toward the flange and away from the distributor.
NOTE: Do not attempt to lift the module from the mounting surface, except as explained above. The pins will break at the distributor module connector.
TO INSTALL. Coat the base plate of the TFI ignition module uniformly with 1/32 inch of silicone dielectric compound WA-10 or equivalent. Position the module on the distributor base flange. Carefully position the module toward the distributor bowl and engage the three connector pins securely.
Install the remaining screws. Tighten to 15-35 inch lbs.
(1.7-4.0NM), starting with the upper right screw. Install the distributor into the engine. Install the cap and wires. Reconnect the negative battery cable. Recheck the initial timing. Adjust if necessary.
SUSPENSION AND STEERING SHOCK ABSORBERS REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Low pressure gas shocks are charged with Nitrogen gas. Do not attempt to open, puncture or apply heat to them. Prior to installing a new shock absorber, hold it upright and extend it fully. Invert it and fully compress and extend it at least 3 times. This will bleed trapped air. NAVAJO AND 1994-1997 B-SERIES PICK-UP (See Figures 12, 14, 15 and 16). Raise the vehicle, as required to provide additional access to remove the nut attaching the shock absorber to the lower mounting stud on the radius arm.
Slide the lower shock absorber end off of the stud. Remove the nut, washer and insulator from the upper shock absorber mount at the frame bracket and remove the shock absorber. NOTE: A second wrench may be needed to hold the shock absorber from turning while removing the upper attaching nut. TO INSTALL. Position the washer and insulator on the shock absorber rod and position the shock absorber to the upper frame bracket mount. Position the insulator and washer on the shock absorber rod and install the attaching nut loosely. Position the shock absorber to the lower mounting stud and install the attaching nut loosely.
Mazda B2300 Repair Manual
Tighten the lower shock attaching bolts to 39-53 ft. (53-72 NM), and the upper shock attaching bolts to 25-34 ft. 1998 B-SERIES PICK-UP (See figure 17). Raise the front of the vehicle and place jack stands under the lower control arms. Ensure that the lower shock attaching nuts do not become obstructed by the jack stands. Remove the upper shock-to-frame attaching nut, washer and insulator assembly. Remove the two lower shock-to-control arm attaching nuts.
Slightly compress the shock absorber by hand and remove it from the vehicle. TO INSTALL.
Position the lower washer and insulator on the shock absorber rod and position the shock absorber to the upper frame bracket mount. Position the upper insulator and washer on the shock absorber rod and install the attaching nut loosely. Position the lower shock absorber mounting studs into the control arm and install the attaching nut loosely. tighten the lower shock attaching nuts to 15-21 ft. (21-29 NM), and the upper shock attaching bolts to 30-40 ft. Subject: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 Mazda MPV, Navajo service, maintenance, repair. ISBN-10: ISBN-13: 977 Chilton 46604.