Positioning:
Represents a shared platform vehicle, rebadged for different markets, offering broad service applicability
Competitors:
Other mid-size sedans and hatchbacks of the era, including Toyota Camry, Nissan Maxima, Mitsubishi Magna
Vehicle Type:
Front-engine, front-wheel drive compact/mid-size car (available also as wagon)
Badge Engineering:
Demonstrates Ford's strategy of utilizing Mazda platforms, resulting in identical core mechanicals
Primary Market:
Australia, New Zealand, Asia (and other right-hand drive markets where badge-engineered)
Geographical Focus:
Markets with Ford Telstar TX5 and Mazda 626 GD models
Estimated Page Count:
Hundreds of pages (detailed)
Type:
Factory Service Repair Workshop Manual
Digital Format:
PDF (Downloadable)
Licensing:
Full, life-time access, no expiry
Operating Systems:
Windows, macOS
Device Compatibility:
Computers, tablets, smartphones
Print Capability:
Printable (single pages or entire manual)
Powertrain:
Engine mechanical, fuel system, ignition system, exhaust system, cooling system, lubrication system
Drivetrain:
Transmission (manual & automatic), clutch, driveshafts, differentials, axle assemblies
Chassis:
Suspension (front & rear), steering system, braking system (hydraulic, disc/drum)
Electrical:
Starting system, charging system, lighting, instrumentation, body electrical, wiring diagrams
Body:
Body panels, interior trim, doors, glass, bumpers, underbody protection
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid checks and changes, filter replacements, lubrication
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common problems, fault finding charts, electrical issue diagnosis
Repair:
Component removal and installation, assembly and disassembly, adjustments, component overhaul
Diagnostics:
Engine performance diagnostics, electrical system fault tracing, brake system testing
Depth:
Comprehensive factory-level detail, suitable for professional mechanics and advanced DIYers
Illustrations:
Detailed photos and exploded diagrams
Instructions:
Step-by-step instructions for all procedures
Engine Code:
FE Series (Mazda derived)
Displacements:
1.5L (1490cc), 1.6L (1597cc), 1.8L (1781cc), 2.0L (1998cc)
Cylinder Configuration:
Inline 4-cylinder
Power Output Range:
Approximately 70-110 hp (varies by engine and market)
Torque Output Range:
Approximately 110-160 Nm (varies by engine and market)
Induction:
Carburetor or Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Petrol (Gasoline)
Type:
Pressurized water cooling system
Oil Type Recommendation:
API SG or equivalent, viscosity varies with temperature (e.g., 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-50)
Manual Transmission Gears:
4-speed and 5-speed manual
Automatic Transmission Gears:
3-speed and 4-speed automatic
Transmission Fluid:
Dexron II or equivalent for automatic transmissions
Clutch Type:
Dry single plate diaphragm spring type (manual)
Crash Safety:
Limited official crash test data available for this specific era and market, designed to contemporary Australian Design Rules (ADRs)
Brakes:
Front ventilated discs, rear drums (standard); potentially 4-wheel discs on higher trims
Restraints:
Seat belts (front and rear), optional driver's airbag on later models (rare)
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 5,000-10,000 km or 6-12 months, depending on usage and oil quality
Spark Plug Replacement:
Approximately 20,000-40,000 km (depending on plug type)
Timing Belt Replacement:
Recommended every 60,000-100,000 km for engines equipped with a timing belt (e.g., FE3N DOHC)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze, mixed with distilled water (typically 50/50 ratio)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Power Steering Fluid:
Dexron II or equivalent automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
Rust Corrosion:
Common on wheel arches, sills, and around the rear window due to age and environmental exposure
Engine Performance:
Carburetor issues (clogging, adjustment), fuel pump wear, engine mounts degrading
Suspension:
Worn ball joints, tie rod ends, and bushings can lead to steering looseness and noise
Electrical:
Corroded connectors, faulty grounds, aging wiring harnesses, alternator/starter motor issues
Ford Australia:
Ford Australia's utilization of Mazda platforms became a significant strategy in the 1980s to offer competitive models
Generation Name:
Telstar TX5 / Mazda 626 GD
Production Years:
1983 - 1987
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily Australia (Broadmeadows Assembly Plant) for Ford models, Japan for Mazda models
Platform Sharing:
This generation of the Mazda 626 (GD) was the basis for the Ford Telstar TX5 and TX5 Wagon
