1996 mx-6

1996 MAZDA MX5
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JNAHIKIAN15
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I have a 96 mx6 after it's warmed up never when it's cold sometimes when you come to a stop sign or light or are getting off the highway, the Idel will drop real low and it stalls out. I can start it back up and give it gas to keep rpms up and it's okay, is that the IAC? If so how much is that to replace?
Feb 9, 2006 at 3:24 AM
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Have you scanned the PCM for trouble codes?. Its sounds like the mass air flow sensor may need replacing, or you have a vacuum leak.
Feb 9, 2006 at 9:44 AM
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Scan the PCM for trouble codes, then check the mass airflow sensor and inspect for vacuum leaks. Either a failing MAF or a vacuum leak can cause the warm idle to drop and stall.

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The owner of a 1996 Mazda MX-6 says that after the engine is warm, idle sometimes drops very low and the engine stalls at stop signs, lights, or when exiting the highway. It restarts and runs if the throttle is held up. They asked whether the IAC is the cause and what replacement costs. The expert advised scanning the PCM for trouble codes and said the mass airflow sensor may need replacement or there may be a vacuum leak.

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