1990 Mazda B2200

Introduction:

The 1990 Mazda B2200 is a compact pickup truck available with a 2.2L straight-four gasoline engine, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. It produces 100 horsepower and 135 lb-ft of torque. The B2200 was praised for its affordability, reliability, and maneuverability, while criticism focused on its lack of power.

Engine

• 2.2L Straight-Four Gasoline Engine

  • Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine coolant and oil leakage, engine overheating, rough idling
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold gaskets
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 5-Speed Manual Transmission

  • Grinding Gears
    • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, grinding noise when shifting
    • Solution: Inspect and replace worn or damaged synchros, shift forks, and other transmission components
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dim or flickering headlights, slow engine cranking, battery not charging
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Dashboard Cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: Cracks on the dashboard due to sun exposure
  • Solution: Replace dashboard or use a dashboard cover
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary:

Overall, the 1990 Mazda B2200 is a reliable and affordable compact pickup truck. While there are no major issues to report, it may encounter minor issues related to the intake manifold gasket, transmission gears, alternator, and dashboard cracking. The estimated cost to fix these issues ranges from $200 to $1,000+, depending on the severity of the problem.