Protege Tune Up Buying and Service Guide

[Bijou-MP5]

I just wanted to share with everyone.

If you have better deals on any of following information then please let me know, I will update the information.


Spark Plugs -
Mazda NGK Spark plugs
NGK V-Power Spark plugs, where to buy?
www.protegegarage.com (http://www.protegegarage.com) $1.50~$1.99 each
NGK Iridium Spark plugs, where to buy?
www.protegegarage.com (http://www.protegegarage.com) $5.00~$7.00 each (gains? personally I didn't really felt the difference)
Bosch Spark plugs - Don't even think about it!!!Spark Plug Wires -
MagStar 8.5mm double silicone MAGTAR Wires (red, yellow, blue), where to buy? Advance Auto Parts
Warning!!! Wires itself works pretty fine (confirmed by mazda techinician), however, bottom of the plugs wires(boot) gets easily seperated and you may need to use some tools to get it out from plug holes.. I used hanger and it was pain in the axx. So either stick with stock ones from www.protegegarage.com (http://www.protegegarage.com).

MAGNECOR 8.5mm Ignition Wires (red), where to buy? CorkSport
http://corksport.com/store/category/4qbu.21/99p-engine.html $74.00 + shipping

Nology Hotwires (lots of colors to choose from), where to buy? www.protegegarage.com (http://www.protegegarage.com)Coil Pack replacement-
If you have misfiring problem, even though you have replaced plugs and wires then check your coil packs.
I have searched and called every local stores near by me (Advanced auto parts (None), Autozone (back order), Napa (None), Car Quest (None), Oreilly (None), no one actually have them, except for mazda dealer.
Airtex (5C1208) or Standard Motor Products (UF-407)
OEM Coil Pack Choice 1 - Coil pack Boot (KJR118T08), One Coil Pack(ST8518100C) call your local stealerships for pricing
you can get them same day or next day. However, I was quoted about $130~180 for one coil pack from several dealerships. , unless you are really good friends with parts dept.
OEM Coil Pack Choice 2 - If you need OEM but need it for good price and fast? www.protegegarage.com (http://www.protegegarage.com)Oxygen Sensor Replacement -
don't need to change them unless you have problem with sensor
You can either get universal type and splice the wires (about $30~50cheaper) or get OEM type for direct replacement
Where to buy? you can try your local storesEGR Valve Cleaning or Replacement -
A lot of people have complained about the eratic idle the Protege sometimes gets when the clutch is pushed in and rpms are allowed to fall quickly. The idle will jump anywhere from around 200-1100. This problem seems to get worse when the car warms up. Either you can clean your EGR by yourself or replace the whole thing.
Or if you think your problem is not related to EGR then go to your local dealer and ask them to resetup your rpm to factory setting.
How to for EGR Removal and Cleaning, Rough Idle fix http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=94788
EGR Valve Replacement [1], Contact Ken at Protegegarage for pricing, cheaper than most of your local dealers.
EGR Valve Replacement [2], Airtex #4F1432Motor Oil Change - (YMMV)
I use Mobil1 Full Synthetic Blend 5W-30. they are about $4.99 from auto parts store or walmart. I use 4 bottles. However, I don't have garage to change it myself, so I usually take them to local shop and get discounts.
Also, you can buy oil filter from any store and get additional discounts
K&N High Performance Oil Filter, HP1008, where to buy? www.protegegarage.com (http://www.protegegarage.com) $11.99
Carx - oil change service $14.99 + your oil + disposal fee + tax, the total usually comes out $18
Firestone - it's about same price as Carx, but I don't trust them, one time they swapped my mobile1 to their oils.
JiffyLube - Full Sigunature Service $29.99 but if you have coupon, it's about $19.99 -$4.00 (if you bring your own motor oils), but they check everything besides just doing oil change, like cleaning your windshield lol, there was news about jiffylube scam, so be sure to check if they actually doing their work.
Midas (maintenance package, oil change + tire rotatioin) - $34.99 - $10(if you bring your own motor oil) = $24.99 YMMVFuel Filter Replacement -
**the protege does not have a serviceable fuel filter, it only has the in tank fuel sock. And that does not need to be replaced (unless you have been pouring sand and mud into your gas tank) but mine was replaced by dealer, their service was written as fuel filter replacement. $69~89Fuel Injection Cleaning - (YMMV)
JiffyLube - $59.99 + tax (took them about 20mins to complete)
Mazda Dealer - I didn't even bother to ask them about it
Local shop -$59.99 ~ $130Rotor Replacement - To improve your look and performance on your car.
PM Ken at www.protegegarage.com (http://www.protegegarage.com) for package set(Rotors with brake pads) or check his website.Coolant Flush - (YMMV)
Local shop - $40~60
JiffyLube - $49.99Transmission Flush - (YMMV)
Carx - $94.95 applies to regular ATF fluid, other fliuds may be extra.
Jiffy Lube - about $40 for just draining and refill service, and about $100 for full flush using their flush equipment.Timing Belt Replacement- (YMMV)
Dealer - about $270 for Labor and $100 or more for replacement parts (such as valve gasket, seals, timing belts but you can get bring your own parts to avoid massive part charge)
Mazdastuff.com - I think below parts are the needed during timing belt replacement. About $80 for parts + shipping ($7~10)
FSY1-12-205 TIMING BELT $36.50
FSD7-10-235 V/C GASKET $24.38<script><!--D(["mb","
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FS01-12-711 TENS SPRING $2.94
FS05-10-602A CAM OIL SEAL $6.19 each (2x) $12.38
FS02-10-602 CRANK OIL SEAL $6.19
when you change them it is good idea to change drive belts and water pump as well.
Summit Racing - www.summitracing.com (http://www.summitracing.com) (thanks to GhostLinker)
GTR-4040360 $9.99 power steering / water pump
GTR-4050457 $11.69 alternator and A/C
GTR-40228 $30.39 timing beltWheel Balancing or Alignment - (YMMV)








Carx - Wheel balancing $7 for each wheel, Alignment $59.95 for 4 wheels and the steering wheel, adjust camber, caster and toe.
Dealer - Wheel alignment, about $89.99 YMMV
Sears Auto - Wheel balancing, if you have wheel size greater than 16" then they will charge you extra, I have 17: and it was about $12~14 for each wheel. But, they do offer lifetime warranty, so whenever you feel like to get it done again, it's free.
Sears Auto - Wheel alignment, $59.99 but they don't offer warranty if your car is lowered.*Don't forget to ask Ken at www.protegegarage.com (http://www.protegegarage.com) for Mazda or aftermarket parts.(thumb)

[KrayzieFox]

Well that's very informative. Good job and thanks!

[Bijou-MP5]

Well that's very informative. Good job and thanks!

thanks :)

[dinux]

How about a coolant change? Suggestions? How much coolant? What type of coolant?

[Mr. Win]

I use bosch dual prong with no problem its the 3 and 4 that get ya.

[capnsavem]

MagStar 8.5mm double silicone MAGTAR Wires
hmmm... never heard of these... but for info here's the site i found:

http://www.wiretec-ignition.com/prod05.htm

[Bijou-MP5]

MagStar 8.5mm double silicone MAGTAR Wires
hmmm... never heard of these... but for info here's the site i found:

http://www.wiretec-ignition.com/prod05.htm

I never heard of them either until i went to advanced auto parts online store.
It was cheap replacement and 8.5mm same as magnecor, so I wanted to try one. so far, I don't have problem with them.

[capnsavem]

I never heard of them either until i went to advanced auto parts online store.
It was cheap replacement and 8.5mm same as magnecor, so I wanted to try one. so far, I don't have problem with them.
ooh you have? pics por favor?

[Bijou-MP5]

ooh you have? pics por favor?

I'm replacing one of my coil pack tomorrow, so I will take pics and post them here tomorrow. :)

[pasadena_commut]

I'm replacing one of my coil pack tomorrow, so I will take pics and post them here tomorrow. :)

Two things to look out for:

1. When you pull up the coil pack do so slowly. If the boot is split it may come all the way up to the top of the hole where you can grab it with some needle nose pliers before it falls off and back down the hole. If the boot isn't broken it still helps to get a finger on it so that it doesn't pop off - it's a pretty tight fit. But don't use the needle nose pliers if the boot is ok, because it won't be afterwards. I know you think the coil pack is bad but it may still turn out to be something else, so try to preserve the coil if you can. If all that fails and the boot goes down the hole (or stays down there) break out a wire coat hanger and a vacuum cleaner and follow the instructions here:

http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123616443&highlight=harpoon

2. Don't tighten down the two bolts that hold the pack too much. They are only spec'd for a few lbs-feet of torque, in fact the manual gives the torque in lbs-inches. One of the bolts on my car made a nasty noise as if it was stripping, but it's still in there tight when I shake it by hand, so I have not dealt with it yet.

If the boot isn't broken swapping the coil takes less than 5 minutes.

[Captain KRM P5]

chris/bijou....

come on man, you know where you can get all this stuff for a good price :D

[Bijou-MP5]

Two things to look out for:

1. When you pull up the coil pack do so slowly. If the boot is split it may come all the way up to the top of the hole where you can grab it with some needle nose pliers before it falls off and back down the hole. If the boot isn't broken it still helps to get a finger on it so that it doesn't pop off - it's a pretty tight fit. But don't use the needle nose pliers if the boot is ok, because it won't be afterwards. I know you think the coil pack is bad but it may still turn out to be something else, so try to preserve the coil if you can. If all that fails and the boot goes down the hole (or stays down there) break out a wire coat hanger and a vacuum cleaner and follow the instructions here:

http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123616443&highlight=harpoon

2. Don't tighten down the two bolts that hold the pack too much. They are only spec'd for a few lbs-feet of torque, in fact the manual gives the torque in lbs-inches. One of the bolts on my car made a nasty noise as if it was stripping, but it's still in there tight when I shake it by hand, so I have not dealt with it yet.

If the boot isn't broken swapping the coil takes less than 5 minutes.

Thanks for the notice. I have pulled out the coil packs several times but never had problem with boot, but after reading your thread, I will be more careful when I pull them out again. ;)

[Bijou-MP5]

chris/bijou....

come on man, you know where you can get all this stuff for a good price :D

oops~ I forgot my best resources, protegegarage.com (thumb)

[Captain KRM P5]

i just put a tune up package together for a member here so just let me know what components you want

[Bijou-MP5]

i just put a tune up package together for a member here so just let me know what components you want

Can you tell me what was included on tune up package? so I can update them on list

[Aricjm15]

the protege does not have a serviceable fuel filter, it only has the in tank fuel sock. And that does not need to be replaced (unless you have been pouring sand and mud into your gas tank)

[Bijou-MP5]

the protege does not have a serviceable fuel filter, it only has the in tank fuel sock. And that does not need to be replaced (unless you have been pouring sand and mud into your gas tank)

thanks aric, I have updated the information.
When I asked local mazda dealer how much was to replace fuel filter for protege5( cause I thought we have serviceable fuel filter), they told me $69.99, I guess either they are talking about other cars or they don't know sh_t.(boom07)

[Aricjm15]

they just want your $$$ :)

[Bijou-MP5]

they just want your $$$ :)

my local mazda(near by my campus) is known for taking advantage of students.
(deadhorse

[Diehonda]

Rockauto - Airtex is usually in stock and Standard Motor Product is currently on back order from the manufacturer. Just an FYI. Took two days to ship.

Spark Plugs:
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/catalog.php?carcode=1387447&parttype=7212

O2 Sensors:
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/catalog.php?carcode=1387447&parttype=5132

EGR Valve:
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/catalog.php?carcode=1387447&parttype=4968

Mr-Auto-Parts - Rotors: (Brembos for $40)
http://www.mr-auto-parts.com/epcvsoapimc.epc?cookieID=1OV0H0QXK1OV0H10XC&drillid=8&subcatid=801030@@Front+Discs+%26+Drums&clientid=mr-auto-parts

(cheers)

[Protege52003]

How about a coolant change? Suggestions? How much coolant? What type of coolant?

i went to a local guy who specializes with miata's and he charged me $40.00 for change of coolant! around 40K i had it done!

edit: BTW, nice thread!!!!!!

[Bijou-MP5]

Rockauto - Airtex is usually in stock and Standard Motor Product is currently on back order from the manufacturer. Just an FYI. Took two days to ship.

Spark Plugs:
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/catalog.php?carcode=1387447&parttype=7212

O2 Sensors:
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/catalog.php?carcode=1387447&parttype=5132

EGR Valve:
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/catalog.php?carcode=1387447&parttype=4968

Mr-Auto-Parts - Rotors: (Brembos for $40)
http://www.mr-auto-parts.com/epcvsoapimc.epc?cookieID=1OV0H0QXK1OV0H10XC&drillid=8&subcatid=801030@@Front+Discs+%26+Drums&clientid=mr-auto-parts

(cheers)

thanks for the link, it's been updated

[Bijou-MP5]

i went to a local guy who specializes with miata's and he charged me $40.00 for change of coolant! around 40K i had it done!

edit: BTW, nice thread!!!!!!

thanks, I have updated for pricing about coolant

[Robot Romeo]

what is the "Fuel Injection Cleaning" service do? i take it your not talking about the 1.99 bottle you dump in your gas tank.

btw, thanks for the list, you should make this a sticky for all the people who always ask these questions.

[Diehonda]

pssst, pm me for Rockauto discount code good til 02/28/06

[Bijou-MP5]

pssst, pm me for Rockauto discount code good til 02/28/06


pmed :)

[ZG77_OzZ]

Spark Plugs -
Mazda NGK Spark plugs, where to buy?
http://www.mazdastuff.com/product.cfm?ProductID=1477 $1.75 each
NGK V-Power Spark plugs, where to buy?
local auto parts store or protegegarage.com $1.50~$1.99 each
NGK Iridium Spark plugs, where to buy?
local auto parts store or protegegarage.com $5.00~$7.00 each (gains? personally I didn't really felt the difference)
Bosch Spark plugs - Don't even think about it!!! bad..
**Rockauto carries most of spark plugs** http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/cata...&parttype=7212 (http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/catalog.php?carcode=1387447&parttype=7212)


Why do you say Bosch spark plugs are bad?

[Diehonda]

http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123619457&highlight=bosch+spark+plugs

They fail quickly as I hear, but I have always used NGK without any problems at all. Seems anytime I have bought a car that had bosch plugs I replaced them shortly after buying the car, but that is usually because I like to know how many miles it has been since the last tuneup so I give it a full tune up shortly after purchase.

[Bijou-MP5]

I bought bosch before and It looks also different from NGK ones. members who have used bosch told nothing but bad things about it.
just stay away from it.

[Captain KRM P5]

just to keep it in mind for everyone, i offer full packages for all your 30k, 60k, tuneup and maintenance needs.

[Mmmmmken]

The Bosch plugs just don't work well in the P5's motor...

[Mmmmmken]

PM me with info on the 30K package please?
just to keep it in mind for everyone, i offer full packages for all your 30k, 60k, tuneup and maintenance needs.

[TreFlip999]

"Did you ever know that your my heroooo"

[GhostLinker]

Great sticky Bijou

For Timing Belt Replacement- (YMMV)

You can maybe add
GTR-4040360 $9.99 power steering / water pump
GTR-4050457 $11.69 alternator and A/C
GTR-40228 $30.39 timing belt

from summitracing
They are Goodyear Gatorback Poly-V belts.

I do not think you can find a better price !

[Bijou-MP5]

Great sticky Bijou

For Timing Belt Replacement- (YMMV)

You can maybe add
GTR-4040360 $9.99 power steering / water pump
GTR-4050457 $11.69 alternator and A/C
GTR-40228 $30.39 timing belt

from summitracing
They are Goodyear Gatorback Poly-V belts.

I do not think you can find a better price !

thanks~ I just added your infos as well

[batty13]

HI,

just got a P5 and the seller also worked at pepboys as a mech at one point. He states there is no timing belt on the p5's to replace?!!

[Diehonda]

HI,

just got a P5 and the seller also worked at pepboys as a mech at one point. He states there is no timing belt on the p5's to replace?!!

This post failed once you said Pepboys. You should have known that he didn't know anything once he told you where he worked.

[Diehonda]

#7

http://www.trademotion.com/schematics/images/5/5416770.gif

[Drake13]

subb'n

[Aricjm15]

HI,

just got a P5 and the seller also worked at pepboys as a mech at one point. He states there is no timing belt on the p5's to replace?!!

I'm sorry but you purchased the car from a total idiot. Take it to a mazda dealer at once and have an inspection done.

[Captain KRM P5]

worked at pepboys as a mech at one point

and is now flipping meat patties for mayor mccheese

[Drake13]

So what is the recommended parts to replace on a 2.0 Protege when changing the timing belt?
I figured :

Timing belt
V/C gasket
Both pulley belts

Let me know if i'm missing something or forgetting to replace something.

[MP5cd]

timing belt should be done at 96000 kms rec.They say replace water pump, just because everything is removed,save money later.Changing plugs made huge diference.

[1.5pro97]

Ok I'm new at all of this, but I do know that I have to change my oxygen sensor. Any suggestions with that?!

[Bijou-MP5]

Ok I'm new at all of this, but I do know that I have to change my oxygen sensor. Any suggestions with that?!

contact Ken at protegegarage.com, he can arrange oem parts for you.

[Drake13]

Ya from what i heard he hooks us up and its alot cheaper then the dealership... then agian everything is alot cheaper then the dealership :)

[1.5pro97]

cool... thanks a lot :)

[mzdp5fan]

Just a FYI. I never could find that link to the 30k or 60k package on protegegarage, so I emailed Ken.

This is what he said.

"i actually never had it listed though i really should!

here is what the kit consists of - waterpump, timing belt, oil filter, plugs and trans fluid (let me know which kind of trans you have). the coil packs are out of stock for the time being and not orderable from mazda. wires are $90 for a pair."

He didn't list the prices though, which is kind of weird.

[Diehonda]

Yeah but Ken is on it and if you really wanted to order it he could get you prices. I sent him an email about the ignition coils and he was quick to reply and very courteous.

Yes they are on back order nationally but if you call enough delearships you may find one or two.

I ended up getting a 1.8 ignition coil and wires and was able to minimize the amount of downtime.

On a side note. I have had platinum Autolite plugs in for 30K and they still look new. Not bad for settling for whatever was in stock at the time at Autozone.

[musiclikscreams]

nice writeup

[Kansei]

Bijou, for the timing belt replacement you should also mention that the tensioner and idler should be replaced, as well as the water pump if you're near 100k miles.

Also replacing the cam seals isn't exactly standard when doing the timing belt, because it would require taking the cam gears off, and then you'd have to make sure the cams are still properly aligned with eachother (they won't be) when you get the gears back on. The crank seal is a good one to replace with the timing belt though.

Protegegarage.com carries a "timing belt kit" that uses all Dayco parts (not OEM but they seem fine?).. belt, tensioner, idler for 125ish I think. So then the only things you would need would be the OEM tensioner spring and the crank oil seal, both of which Ken could order for you. I don't know if he can source this or not but if you are doing the timing belt install yourself, you can save a lot of headache and buy a tool that jams between the two cam gears to hold them in position when you remove the belt.

A good writeup, I had always seen it stickied but never looked at it!

[musiclikscreams]

the Magstar wires on partsamerica.com say they're 5.0mm, are they the same ones? http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductDetail.aspx?mfrcode=MGS&mfrpartnumber=234499R&parttype=5004&ptset=A

[CX7 Florida]

i just put a tune up package together for a member here so just let me know what components you want

Hello I have a 03 Protege 5 Sport Auto with 53,000 what do i need to do as far as maintenance ??? and tune up?

[Diehonda]

Hello I have a 03 Protege 5 Sport Auto with 53,000 what do i need to do as far as maintenance ??? and tune up?

50K-55K

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=5 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Check level </TD><TD width="55%">Coolant (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=50000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"></TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Change </TD><TD width="55%">Engine oil (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=50000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"></TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Hinges, locks & latches (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=50000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"></TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Check operation </TD><TD width="55%">Lighting (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=50000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"></TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Replace </TD><TD width="55%">Oil filter (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=50000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"></TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Check level </TD><TD width="55%">Power steering fluid (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=50000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Wheels & tires (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=50000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Check fluid level </TD><TD width="55%">Windshield washer (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=50000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>


60K

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=5 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Check operation </TD><TD width="55%">A/C compressor (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Check operation </TD><TD width="55%">Air conditioning system (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Replace </TD><TD width="55%">Air filter (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Change </TD><TD width="55%">Automatic transmission fluid (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Ball joints (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Body nuts & bolts (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Brake lines, hoses & connections (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Brake system (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Chassis nuts & bolts (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Check level </TD><TD width="55%">Coolant (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Cooling system (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Inspect boots & seals </TD><TD width="55%">Drive axles (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Drive belt(s) (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Emissions hoses & tubes (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Change </TD><TD width="55%">Engine oil (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Exhaust system heat shields (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Fuel lines & hoses (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Hinges, locks & latches (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Check </TD><TD width="55%">Idle speed (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Check operation </TD><TD width="55%">Lighting (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Replace </TD><TD width="55%">Oil filter (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Check level </TD><TD width="55%">Power steering fluid (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Replace </TD><TD width="55%">Spark plugs (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Steering (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Steering linkage (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Replace http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/4h/www.edmunds.com/maintenance/media/icon_notepad_13x16.gif (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#) </TD><TD width="55%">Timing belt (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"></TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Valve clearance (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-five><TD width="25%">Inspect </TD><TD width="55%">Wheels & tires (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)</TD><TD width="5%"></TD><TD align=right width="15%"> </TD></TR><TR class=stripe-four><TD width="25%">Check fluid level </TD><TD width="55%">Windshield washer (http://www.edmunds.com/maintenance/maintenance.do?step=step2&year=2003&make=Mazda&model=Protege5&style=4dr+Wagon+%282.0L+4cyl+5M%29&mileage=60000&engine=4INAG2.0&transmission=AUTOMATIC&zip=40219&synpartner=edmunds#)
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[A louie]

I just got some autolite sparks plus. Does anyone have any reviews about them? should I take them back. They didn't have any Ngk and couldn't order them :(

[Diehonda]

I just got some autolite sparks plus. Does anyone have any reviews about them? should I take them back. They didn't have any Ngk and couldn't order them :(


Autolite are ok, but not great. I ran some for about six months until I got some NGK V Powers. The autolite seem to be alright but I found less hesitation with the NGK's.

[A louie]

Alright, I am just going to install them until I can get NGK, then I am going to switch. Or just take them back, but thanks!

[A louie]

Well I took back the Autolites because I don't know why and ended up getting Denso Double platinum. Does anybody know if they are good or horrible. Nobody has NGK V Power here :( Autozone or advanced. So I am just going to wait and order it from Online. But my car threw the cel for misfiring today so I really need to change my plugs tomorrow, already cleaned the Injectors today! 51k miles on stock plugs and they are bad now :(

[Bijou-MP5]

Well I took back the Autolites because I don't know why and ended up getting Denso Double platinum. Does anybody know if they are good or horrible. Nobody has NGK V Power here :( Autozone or advanced. So I am just going to wait and order it from Online. But my car threw the cel for misfiring today so I really need to change my plugs tomorrow, already cleaned the Injectors today! 51k miles on stock plugs and they are bad now :(


I know you probably ordered it, but if not try to contact protegegarage for parts and they should have them and they have really good competitive price.

[RABID_MP5]

In the tune-up vein, silly question: How do you advance/retard ignition timing (if you can)? I see the scale by the pulley, I've got my inductive light, I know you need hot idle and jumper the test connector - which junction points?, is spec like 9 degrees before TDC?, but as for a distributor...how do they do it now?

[sm4rtf00d]

some of the links dont work... Update please?
Preferably the rotors and pads... ;-)

[Antoine]

I've done a quick update...Removed old & broken links etc...I'm sure it could use some more TLC from its creator...Bijou...;)

[03protege5.101]

Mazda Protege 5 Programming Key Fobs, can anyone help me. I have a protege5 and my battery died. now it wont work..... please help or pass me on to someone that can help me..... ty

[Diehonda]

Mazda Protege 5 Programming Key Fobs, can anyone help me. I have a protege5 and my battery died. now it wont work..... please help or pass me on to someone that can help me..... ty



http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=121650&highlight=key+programming

http://www.msprotege.com/members/solid_snake/keyless.JPG



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Welcome!

[billgallo]

I just bought a 2003 Mazda Protege 5 with 89,000 miles.

Took it to a mechanic for a pre-purchase inspection....and he said the only thing it really needed was an air filter.

But I don't know much about cars and I don't know how thorough his check was....

What maintenance typically needs to be done at 90-100k?

[Antoine]

Welcome! (hi)

If I were in your shoes I would budget in the basics...Oil change, replace belts, new spark plugs + wires, air + fuel filter change, tranny fluid change as well as an alignment check and make sure your tires are properly inflated (according to manufacturer specs).

Also check how much life you have left on the tires, brake pads and shocks.

I'm sure there are other things to check/replace if anyone wants to chime in on that...Good luck, enjoy the forums and be sure to post some (pics)

[dd123]

Welcome! (hi)

If I were in your shoes I would budget in the basics...Oil change, replace belts, new spark plugs + wires, air + fuel filter change, tranny fluid change as well as an alignment check and make sure your tires are properly inflated (according to manufacturer specs).

Also check how much life you have left on the tires, brake pads and shocks.

I'm sure there are other things to check/replace if anyone wants to chime in on that...Good luck, enjoy the forums and be sure to post some (pics)

when I bought my p5-2002/110K miles, this is what I did changed:
coolant
transmission
brake fluid
engine oil
New plugs

I did not need to change air filter, it was good

[jlanger]

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=121650&highlight=key+programming

http://www.msprotege.com/members/solid_snake/keyless.JPG



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Welcome!

My advice, make a copy of this and put in you're glove box, you'll need it frequently, also don't carry two dongles in your pocket at the same time, they seem to wipe each other out (especially when you have two protege's lol)

[DawsonPro5]

I have hit 110k miles on my 2002 P5. I am planning on taking my car into get a tune up. What should I expect to be performed? They change spark plugs and the spark plug wires? Is that it? Is that what a "tune up" for this car is? (Note, I have already done my timing belt, water pump, flushed engine coolant, replaced radiator hoses.) I'm specifically interested in what a "tune up" consists of.

[Diehonda]

If you have already changed that much then your tune up will consist of spark plus, oil, filter, inspect suspension, bushings, top off fluids, and probably a couple other things.


Really, just get some spark plugs, change your oil and filter, check your suspension bushings (i.e. sway bar bushings, tie rod ends, etc), top off your fluids if needed, and grease your guides where your doors open. No point in paying the dealer to do this unless you don't have the time or a spark plug socket.

I usually grease the guides, WD40 the latches, and spray some graphite in the locks every fall.

What transmission do you have?

[DawsonPro5]

Automatic Transmission. To the best of my knowledge, the Trans has never been flushed/refilled. Yeah, I do need to get the suspension inspected...I have a "knocking/bumping" noise coming from my front driver side when I go over bumpy roads. Bah! Lord knows how much that's gonna cost me.

[Matt V]

What do you guys recommend for oil? I've heard of people using both 5W-30 and 10W-30.

[Clarkbug]

5W-30 is what I have used in both my P5's. Then again, I contend with colder winter temps. Since you are in Tx (guessing anyway), the 10w-30 might be a better fit. You can post in the Texas forum to get some better local advice!

[FastMSP]

Jiffylube sucks. They just use some cheap filters or crap from Mexico. I went there for oil change once. The oil filter was broken and caused oil leak from the engine. Suck ass big time!

[sethro_GT]

Just read the manual today. Almost no difference between the two (5-30 and 10-30) just 5-30 goes down to -20F or more whereas 10-30 only good till -10F'ish. These are the only two noted in the owners manual. I would definitely recommend an oil that has smaller gap between hot and cold viscosity. Read it somewhere in a tuning book. I would run straight 30 if it was warm enough all the time but thats not Idaho. Changing my oil today using 5-30 and add some Lucas oil stabilizer to try softening the rod knock at start up.

[NickoBeh]

Hey everyone,

First time poster here. Just wanted to get some feedback (for ammo) before I go to the garage. I am pretty uninformed under the hood.

This doesn't happen all the time but recently, and now more frequently my P5 is stalling out when I come to a stop. Idles and revs to about 2-3k rpm at a when trying to restart after a stall out doesn't turn over right a away. Check engine light came on the other day as well.

Any ideas?

Thanks,
NickoBeh

[GoProtege]

First thing you should do is find out what the cel code is. Go up to autozone or whatever your local auto part store is and have them read it. My guess is a failing 02 sensor

[jlanger]

Lol just was quoted $900 from my local mechanic for a timing belt change, this included water pump replacement and valve cover gasket replacement. Thought it was a bit spendy but including the water pump cost/labor is probably another $300 to the bill. Good diea to replace the pump at that time or not? I haven't heard much about protege water pumps. Are they prone to failure?

[jlanger]

First thing you should do is find out what the cel code is. Go up to autozone or whatever your local auto part store is and have them read it. My guess is a failing 02 sensor

Old post but my .02 cents would be an EGR valve.

[hedlesschkn]

Just dug up an old email with the part numbers for the larger oil filters I use, if someone could add this to the sticky I think it would be helpful. Usually I can get a package deal on synthetic oil and a purolator pure one filter (sometimes they package the lower end purolator filter in but the lady at the counter let me return it for the cost off the "pure one" filter last time)

this is the normal recommended one for the P5 (prolly the same for all proteges?)
PL14612 - http://www.purolatorautofilters.net/resources/Popup/Pages/PartDetailPopup.aspx?partnum=PL14612

this one has the same thread size and fits on our car but is a deeper filter with more filter media, meaning you can run your oil for just as long or longer while retaining proper filtration
PL14610 - http://www.purolatorautofilters.net/resources/Popup/Pages/PartDetailPopup.aspx?partnum=PL14610

so yeah, same thread, valve psi, OD, etc but taller so there is more filter media inside. You can usually get them at the auto parts store for like $6.50 sometimes online for like a 3 or 6 pack at like $15~30.