MX-3 V6-1844cc 1.8L DOHC (1993)
Oxygen Sensor: All Technical Service Bulletins
MIL ON, Oxygen Sensor, Hard Start in Cold Temperatures
Bulletin No.: 003/95
Issued: 1/30/95
Revised:
Category
F
Applicable Model/s
See Below
Subject:
HARD START WITH COLD ENGINE ILLUMINATING MIL LIGHT IN COLD TEMP.
APPLICABLE MODELS/VINS
1992 - 93 MX-3 vehicles with K8 engines
626 / MX-6 vehicles with KL engines
DESCRIPTION
If the following occurs when the ambient temperature is approximately -4 degrees (F) (-20 degrees C), repair according to the following procedure.
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Engine cranks but will not start or is hard to start
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After starting, the MIL (oxygen sensor) light illuminates
Customers complaining of these problems should have the vehicle diagnosed according to the procedures listed in this bulletin.
PROCEDURE - ENGINE WILL NOT START OR HARD TO START
1.
Crank engine without depressing the accelerator pedal.
2.
If the engine does not start after ten (10) seconds, stop cranking the engine. Wait ten (10) seconds and crank again. Repeat this process until the
engine starts.
NOTE:
When the engine starts, keep starter engaged until the engine speed reaches 750 rpm.
Service Advisors should inform customers that short cranking periods will contribute to hard starting. A long cranking period may be necessary during
cold temperatures. Recommend that the customer use 5W-30 oil during the winter months.
