1999 Mazda 626 Dies When Fuel Is Low

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JOEEJOEJO
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I have a 1999 Mazda 626 taht started dying out on me anytime the fuel dropps below a quarter of a tank. The lower the gas gets the worse it gets. If I let it get to nearly empty it will constantly die out. It will start back up but I'll drive maybe a block and it dies again. Any advice?
Nov 21, 2006 at 1:54 AM
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CATCH_15
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The lower the fuel level gets, the harder the work on the fuel pump is. Try replacing the fuel filter first though. If that doesn't work, you could have a fuel pressure test run and if it's low, the fuel pump probably needs to be replaced.
Nov 21, 2006 at 3:58 AM
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Replace the fuel filter first. If the stalling continues, have a fuel pressure test performed and replace the fuel pump if pressure is low.

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The owner of a 1999 Mazda 626 says the car dies when the fuel level drops below about a quarter tank and stalls more often as the tank gets lower. The expert explains that low fuel makes the pump work harder and recommends replacing the fuel filter first, then testing fuel pressure and replacing the pump if pressure is low.

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