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How to properly change out spark plugs?
I am looking into how to change out my spark plugs on my 4 cylinder 2005 Mazda 3.
All I know to do is:
1: Open each cylinder.
2: Use a spark plug socket (with the rubber insert) to remove the old ...
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My mazda milenia wont rev past 2500 rpm
So I just recently bought a 2000 Mazda Milenia s Millennium edition,and on my first day out with it, I experienced a very unusual problem. After about 20 minutes of driving the car wouldn't rev past ...
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How do I keep my wheels looking nice and shiny after cleaning them?
I have a '05 Mazda3 with pretty much stock wheels. I have washed my car a few times, and the first thing, without fail, that gets dirty are my wheels. What is the best protectant I can use to keep ...
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Sputtering while driving & idling
[My car: 2004 Mazda 3]
So, my wife came home from running some errands and told me the check-engine light was on and that the car was sputtering and felt like it was going to stall while stopped at ...
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My 2005 Mazda 3 Front Passenger window motor receives signal to go down, but not up
If you look at the picture below you will see that I took the plastic panel off my door, and separated the motor from the regulator. After I disconnected the motor that I thought was bad, I connected ...
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Manual horn switch
what are the pitfalls or things to look out for when manually wiring a switch from the battery to the horn?
Some background:
I just moved to texas where they require vehicle inspections. My horn ...
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Why can't the 3rd generation Mazda rx7 safely coast downhill in neutral?
The manual for the 3rd generation Mazda rx7 says not to roll downhill without the engine engaged, because the exhaust can overheat. Unfortunately, the manual does not explain the mechanism by which ...
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Uneven rotation sounds when my car gets to 50-60 MPH
My 2005 Mazda 3 with 73K miles (roughly 20K on the tires) on it starts to make a sound, just like your washing machine does when all of the clothes go to one side and its still spinning, when I get to ...
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Will the firewall in my car deteriorate such that it will need to be repaired periodically?
I have purchased a Mazda 323 which has approximately 90k km on the clock. While driving in the rain some water will come in above the brake pedal, approximately 5 or 6 drops during an average local ...
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How do I know when to replace shock absorbers?
In my last trip to the shop, the mechanics told me that I should replace my shock absorbers. When I inquired as to why, I don't feel that they were very clear with their answer, like they normally ...
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Where are my Power Window Relays?
I have a 2005 Mazda 3, and I have located both the interior and exterior fuse box. Neither one of the fuse boxes have relays in it concerning the power windows. Does anyone know where they are on ...
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2011 Mazda3 airbag disabled for light passenger
I recently bought a new 2011 Mazda3. Everything about it has been great so far, except one glaring detail. When my 87 pound girlfriend rides in the passenger seat, the "pass airbag off" light comes ...
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What should I do about PS0128 “Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature)” error code?
I have a Mazda 6 and recently purchased the OBD 2 module and saw the check engine light with the PS0128 Error Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature).
I ...
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1999 Mazda 626 Shakes when Idle
I've got a 1999 Mazda 626 that shakes really badly when idling. It gets a little better when put into neutral, but not much.
I've had two people suggest possibilities:
Fuel filter
Vacuum hose
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How do I unstick my tailgate?
I have a Mazda B2300 pickup with its tailgate stuck in the up position. The release lever doesn't require as much force to pull any more, and only one end seems to be releasing when I pull it. Any ...
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'03 Mazda Tribute needs jumped every time it starts
I have a 2003 Mazda Tribute. I'm not entirely sure what the problem is with the vehicle. I suppose it could be the alternator or just a dead battery, but could also be something more detailed.
I have ...
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P0128: Coolant Temp Below Thermostat Regulating Temp
I have a 2005 Mazda 3 (SP 2.3), and the check engine light came on. I went out and bought a code reader that told me there are 2 codes. The first being the P0128 code and then the second is showing up ...
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What to do when a mechanic can't reproduce possible transmission problems?
I have limited experience with cars. I bought a 2001 Mazda 626 to commute to and from school a few weeks ago. Today when merging on the freeway I noticed that the engine sounded like it was working ...
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Windshield wipers worked intermittently then quit altogether
The wipers on my 2000 Mazda Protege recently quit working. It wasn't an all-of-a-sudden thing, though. Every so often over the last few weeks they would stop for a few seconds, then start again. ...
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3rd Gear Popping Out
I'm currently driving a 2006 Mazda 3 and my 3rd gear has worked with no issues since i bought the car in 2006, but a couple days ago my 3rd gear would randomly pop out while I was driving in it and at ...
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How do you troubleshoot cruise control? (Mazda Tribute 2005)
I just bought a used 2005 Mazda Tribute. The only problem I have with the car is that the cruise control doesn't work....and I have no clue how/where to start!
The cruise light on the dashboard ...
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2004 Mazda 3 - clank when shifting into reverse
Every morning, or after the car has sat for a while, there is a loud clank from the engine area when I shift it into reverse. Sometimes I hear the same clank when shifting into drive, but not always.
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A big tuck sound from the back
My car is doing great but now suddenly I hear this big tuk sound from the back as if something has misplaced. It happens repeatedly with intervals. I examined my car underneath and I blame this one ...
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Lost electricity to cab and Engine won't turn over
My '94 mazda b4000 recently lost electricity to the cab and the engine won't turn over.
I will get in, the seatbelt beeping will start, then that will stop. I will put the key in the ignition and ...
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If I were to convert a gas powered automobile to an electric car, would a difference in specs possibly damage the car?
I would like to convert a Mazda Miata into an electric car, I plan to remove the engine and the gearbox, and have the car be a direct drive. The motor I intend to use has twice the torque of a ...
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Clanging in back of Mazda 3
I have a 2007 Mazda 3 sedan with ~100,000 miles on it (it's the 2.0L version). Last October, I noticed a significant clanging noise that was coming from the rear of the vehicle whenever I went over ...
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Starting the car with dis-functioning fuel pump
I have mazda 6 diesel 2003 136hp and a problem with a fuel pump.
It seems that the suction control valve (SCV) needs to be replaced.
The problem is that the car will not start and I have to go to ...
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Find short circuit in your car
I have three engine code on, two for two O2 sensors and one for EGR Value ($350). My mechanic is suspecting a short somewhere. My O2 sensors give almost 0 home resistance when it should give about 6 ...
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Car runs uneven and jerky, but why? (Mazda 626)
I have a Mazda 626 (sedan) -97 and lately its been running uneven and jerky.
Have had in in for repairs and changed battery, oil+filter and spark plugs. Still had problems and tried to use a engine ...
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Getting Mazda 6 real time sensor information?
Does the Mazda 6 2005 have a connector I can use to get info from the on board sensors? If so is there a Bluetooth dongle/iPhone app for it. I am almost sure I have heard of such a thing but can't ...
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Mazda 3 on acceleration drops engine power
I'm having this problem for some time now.
Usually in 2nd (and mostly 3rd) and higher gears, when gas pedal is completely pressed to the end, the car is accelerating, but when it reaches about ...
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Mazda Air Mass Meter - where can I buy one?
I have a 1993 Mazda 323 estate (GLXI 1.6l petrol).
It's not been terribly reliable and has suffered from inconsistent idle - sometimes idling fast (~1500 rpm) and sometimes erratically and sometimes ...
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Do my struts need replacing? Is it possible to repair them? What's a reasonable price?
I have a 2003 Mazda Protege with about 100,000 miles on it. Even very uncertain guestimates at the appropriate price for this would be appreciated.
Will worn struts damage my tires? How quickly? ...
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Where is engine oil cap on Mazda 626?
There is a front cap but it does not say engine oil. When I open it, i can see engine parts in it. I just want to pour in more oil? Is it somewhere hidden, or this is it?
I understand there are 2 ...
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Replacing tie rods on Mazda B4000 (aka Ford Ranger)
I have a 2002 Mazda B4000 with 4wd. The front end is getting a bit loose (recently replaced wheel bearings) and I am thinking about replacing the tie rods and related components prior to taking the ...
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How to determine the cause of leak in a Mazdaspeed 3?
When stopping for gas on the way home, I noticed a red fluid running out from the front of my car. It had a reddish tint to it and was coming out from under the passenger side wheel. I checked the ...
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How can I know what engine is compatible with a 2001 Mazda 626
I am selecting an engine to go into this vehicle and I want to know what my options are. What I know is that the engine that was a 2.5L, The transmission is standard. Wikipedia says the 2.5L engine ...
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Torque App Mileage reliability?
I am using an OBD-II sensor and the Andriod Torque app to look at my fuel economy and see that it shows a whopping 37 MPG for my Mazda 6, 2005 (2.3 Automatic). This seems fishy as some random googling ...
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Mazda 3 Rear Sway Bar Bushing Replacement
I'm trying to replace the rear sway bar bushings in my Mazda 3. I have the disassembly manual, and it instructed me on how to remove and replace the bushings, but one of the things it doesn't cover is ...
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My Mazda 626 is loosing power steering; however, it is NOT leaking under car… What's wrong?
My Mazda 626 is loosing power steering; however, it is NOT leaking under car. What's wrong?
I am not a mechanic; I'm puzzled why I'm loosing power steering fluid; however, it is not visibly leaking! ...
