I came back to write up the solution to our problem because I have seen that many have had this problem. I hope it helps other. Mazda Protege5 would not start in heat. The dashboard gauges did not respond when the key was turned, the car would crank but not catch. Other electrical items...
Thank you for video. One thing I notice in video is that dash indicator lights come on when key turned but not yet cranking. This doesn't happen on our car. It doesn't have that knocking sound. I still suspect this fuel pump relay though and will see if I can get it switched out today. It...
My daughter's 2002 Mazda Protege5 runs well, unless it is hot weather. Then it will crank but not start. Turn key to first position, no engine lights, no clicks. (The radio and fan blower will turn on.) Gauges not working at all.
Turn key to start position and engine cranks without...