Engine not starting properly

1992 MAZDA 929
62,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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OLEG SALAFONOV
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Turn on key action doesn't turn on check engine light and car cannot start. To activate check engine light (possible ECM) I have to depress and release brake pedal several times and/or shift transmission stick from P position and back. When I get check engine light on car starts perfectly without any problems.
Aug 27, 2021 at 1:57 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Based on the description, it sounds like a weak connection. Have you checked to make sure the battery terminals are both clean and tight?

Take a look through this link:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Aug 27, 2021 at 4:00 PM
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