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    Is there any difference between the 2004-05 and 2006+ 2.3L engine?

    I have to replace my Mazda 3 2.3L engine, and they are sold as 2004-2005 models or 2006-2009. What are the differences? I don't believe there are any changes--but will a 2006 engine work with my 2004 ECU? Also, I have the 5spd MTX. I am looking to get either an automatic or manual trans...
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    Borla fabrication, thoughts?

    My last car was an SVT Focus. I bought a new Borla "flex-back" exhaust for it this spring, and managed to get it off the Focus right after it was totaled. It is not a direct bolt-on to the Mazda, as the engine intake and exhaust are swapped sides (Zetec vs Duratec). I already tried seeing...
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    HELP--What is this noise?? (Video inside) VVT?

    Just bought a 2004 Mazda 2.3L 5dr, this week. It already has a very loud valvetrain (not injectors) that you can hear in the video too. The timing was advanced by previous owner, and there is a very nasty and frightening noise from the valvetrain that STARTS AT 3,000rpm and ALWAYS ENDS AT...
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    Loudest injectors--louder than a TDI

    My Mazda3 2.3L manual has the noisest gasoline engine injectors I've ever heard. Noisier than my Focus, which I called my little "tractor" because they were noisy too. Would some injector cleaner or Seafoam help this out? My friend's 2008 MS2 2.3L manual does not sound half as loud
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    Rear pass-side brake light does not work

    I replaced the bulb to no avail. Only the rear passenger's side won't work. I back-up light works on both sides though. Just bought the car two days ago, and I don't know much about the electronics or wiring. What could be wrong?
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    WTB: Mazda 3 hatch cargo cover/lid, & mat/liner

    Want/need to buy a cargo cover/lid and a cargo liner/mat (rubber or carpet ones) for a MS3 hatchback, ASAP. Please let me know, Paul pellis1@ltu.edu (734) 812-8538 from Novi, MI
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    New in Micghian

    Just bought my first Mazda, a 2004 3 hatchback, manual trans. I've always love the MS3, and it is looking like it'll be a suitable replacement for my SVT Focus. The previous owner just replaced the clutch with a brand new Daiken unit, and it has been well-cared for in it's life. He advanced...
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