Catalytic Convertor problems of the 1999 Mazda 626

Three problems related to catalytic convertor have been reported for the 1999 Mazda 626. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 05/04/2005

Sluggish performance and "check engine" light illuminated which resulted in my bringing the automobile into my mechanic for servcing - diagnostic code (2nd time for this code) resulted in a replacement of 2 oxygen sensors and the catalytic converter at a cost of > $750. The first time this code appeared, the mechanic tuned up the engine, which cost $300.

2 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 03/03/2003

1999 Mazda 626 -complete transmission failure in March,2003. Replaced with rebuilt transmission for $2048. 00 - Jan-2006 - complete transmission failure again. I have also replaced catalytic converter twice, within one years time.

3 Catalytic Convertor problem

The catalytic converter malfunctioned. Also, torque converter became defective, resulting in major transmission problems.

Other Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of the 1999 Mazda 626

Engine Belts And Pulleys problems	19
Car Stall problems	7
Engine Cooling System problems	4
Engine And Engine Cooling problems	4
Catalytic Convertor problems	3
Radiator problems	3
Check Engine Light On problems	3
Water Pump problems	1
Engine Noise problems	1
Engine problems	1
Emission Control problems	1
Engine Rattling And Whining Sounds problems	1

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