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October 25, 2016 Service bulletin

Unusual engine noise after a cold engine start

Mazda technical service bulletin 01-018-16 for 2014-2017 Mazda MAZDA3, 2015-2017 Mazda MAZDA6 and 2016-2017 Mazda MAZDA2.

Bulletin number
01-018-16
Component
Fuel system, gasoline
Summary
Unusual engine noise after a cold engine start. Some customers may complain about an unusual noise coming from the engine compartment for about 20 seconds after a cold engine start. This noise is a normal engine operation for improved exhaust gas emissions. The noise does not indicate a malfunction.

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