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    Rack and Pinion Bushings?

    I went to take my wagon in for alignment and the tech showed me it wasn't recommended since one of the Bushings on the rack and pinion was worn. Can this bushing be replaced or do I have to buy the entire rack?
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    Eibach ProKit, bad ride quality. Any idea why?

    I recently installed new struts, boots, and Eibach Springs. I love the way my protege5 sits now but the rear seems overly "soft". The ride is bouncy in my opinion and others feel the same when they ride with me. My bump stops were destroyed so I bought KYB boots+bump for the front and moog for...
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    Eiback P5 Pro-Kit vs Tanabe NF210

    Hi everyone, I've done a bit of research on the forums and around the web and for my specific application (daily driving/weekend cruise vehicle) I've decided on these two suspension springs, along with the struts I will install. I live in a territory where the highway is 'decent' but some roads...
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    Protege5 Suspension Madness

    I've got an issue I cannot seem to resolve for the life of me. My wagon has become increasingly noisy. I've replaced almost all the suspension components across the last several months. Sway bar bushings, strut mounts + front strut bearings , links, CV Axle Shafts, ball joints, wheel Hubs, rear...
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    Rebuilding Roof Racks. I need help with certain parts, please help!

    Hey guys, I've had the wagon for about 2 years and I would like to rebuild the roof racks. I have the crossbars but no caps, or screws or who knows what other nuts, bolts and washers are needed. Recently one of my rail runners broke off in the wind, they seem to be made of crackers (rolleyes). I...
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    Motor Mount Replacement Suggestions

    Hey friends, just looking for your opinion on what I should go for when replacing all motor mounts. I want a comfortable idle (close to OEM) but something that will outlast OEM components. Sleeves on OEM? or performance polyurethane mounts?
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    Overheating (Not the usual culprits though?)

    Good day everyone. I have a P5 with an overheating issue. The coolant boils over in the overflow tank when I put a load or go up steeper areas. When just idling I notice bubbles slowly creeping up. Someone had suggested to purge the system using the heater which I did and it still has been going...
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    Protege5 FOG light "umbrella" fix

    When installing some HID on the fog lights I had a friend bend upwards the "umbrella" (w/o telling me !) and now I have a horrible pattern basically making my fogs useless. Is there anyway to remove the front glass portion of the fog lights to bring it back down. I tried with L shaped pliers but...
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    Considering a bit more "pep" for my P5. Please help..

    Looking to add a few ponies to my wagon but keep it mostly stock. Added a short ram. Considering going to a muffler shop for pipes and adding an exhaust. Racing beat would be nice but it's over my budget for now. Also some headers (OBX). My question is I am aware headers or cat backs cause CEL...
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    Short Ram Intake Noise?

    I never noticed this issue but when I bought and installed a short ram I hear a "boof" when the air compressor comes on or during change of gears (AT). Seems like a vacuum leak but can't seem to find it in the intake but I don't have map/baro codes (not maf). Is this in anyway normal?
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    P0106/P2009 Faults, runs smooth. Could this be an intake issue??

    I had some misfire issues with my wagon but new spark plugs and coils fixed the issue. I recently ran an OBD2 scanner and two faults show up even after clearing them, although the vehicle idles and runs great. Current Fault Log ------------------ P0106: Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric...
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    Two different noises on rear suspension. "Klunk" in front suspension.

    I purchased a P5 July last year, and it immediately needed some replacing of the rear links. The previous owner had one (used) he gave me because he hadn't gotten around to replacing it. Replaced and no noticeable noise from the rear, only the "Clunk" in the front. Well to make this short and...
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    A/T Light Flashing during cold starts.

    This is my first post here have been lurking around for a few weeks and find the users to help out a good amount. I have a problem with a 2003 Mazda Protege 5 (Semi-Automatic) that I purchased from someone. I had a check engine light on and occasionally the A/T light where the...
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