Author: MazdaMitch
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My First Time installing Air Conditioning
This article is about the first time I ever installed AC in my 1988 Mazda B2200 pickup truck. It was a base model and came without AC and I didn’t figure out how to install it until 2015. This was saved from an old blog I had years ago. The year was around 2015 so…
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How to Check Your Timing
One of the big problems people have with their Mazda Truck is timing. Many people will buy a truck that someone has fooled with before and since a lot of times they have never owned a Mazda before they can’t get it timed right or they decide to change the belt and can’t get it…
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AC Clutch Bearing Repair
Written By Cusser – Slight edits by MazdaMitch My 1988 B2200 developed a bad AC clutch bearing. A shop would typically just replace the entire compressor, as shops would likely just pull the compressor if they had to replace an AC clutch, so its easier for them just to install and warranty an entire compressor…
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Charging AC with Cans
Charging with Cans, Guess Again? Unlike the old days when an R12 system could be 1⁄2 pound on either side of full and still produce cold air, an R134a system is not as forgiving. The acceptable operating window for R134a cooling is about +/- 2 oz of full. This is why technicians should recover and…
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AC Switch Repair
How to test and repair your AC Dash Switch on your Mazda B2000 B2200 or 2600. Most of the time, it just needs a good cleaning. Part Number for Switch if you need to replace it is UB39-61-550 Using a multimeter, there should be continuity between the LY and LW wires (blue/yellow and blue/white) when…
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How To Install Power Windows in your Mazda B2200
Bolt in power window regulator and motor for 1986 through 1993 Mazda B2000, B2200 and, B2600i. If you would like to skip reading and watch the YouTube Video, click here You will need to buy the front power window regulator and motor from a 1994 through 1997 Honda Accord. I bought mine off craigslist for…
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How to Remove the Dash
Tools you will need If you use one of these make sure to turn down the clutch, if equipped. That way you won’t strip any screw heads or damage any parts. With the cover off… and nut removed. With the steering wheel removed. The clip is in the center here. You may have to use…
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Mazda B2200 Distributor Rebuild
Written By Cusser – Slight edits by MazdaMitch There may come a time when you need to rebuild your distributor to replace some seals, replace the ignition control module, and other parts. This document should help you out. To see a video on how to to replace the ignition control module click here. From the…
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Dash Dimmer Switch Solution
Some of you may know that the dash light in B series trucks are known to fail. Many have had problems with the dash lights not working. I have found that usually the problem comes from the dimmer switch in the dash. To test to see if your dimmer switch is bad all you have…
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Mazda B Series Bucket Seat Handle Repair
Written By Cusser – Slight edits by MazdaMitch I had this happen on mine, and I fixed it Home Depot style. I used a 2-inch flat corner brace from Home Depot.Here’s the part that broke off in picture below.I did bend it a tad over the years as my kids kicked it in, so that…