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    Looking for Parts

    I have not been on the forum for a long time and I don't know if I am posting this in the right place, if not please move it Mode's. I use to own a 2003 P5 non turbo with 5 speed but had to sell it. I had the ECU reflashed to MP3 settings. The new owner is complaining about the cost of gas and...
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    Alt wire modifaction

    I was reading some old posts about using a 626 internal regulated alternator on our P5. There was mention of a mod to a wire or wires to make it work with out turning the charge light on. Has anyone really ever done this? Does anyone know how to do this? Please let me know, Thank you!
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    The Big 3 ?

    Hello forum members! I have been reading about Big 3 upgrade, does anyone still make them for our P5? Is there a sticky on how or what exactly to do? Thanks for the help!
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    Braided Hoses

    I would like to know what brand of Braided brake and Clutch hoses are good? An where did you buy them? I found some really cheap, but cheap is not always good. I also don't want to spend $250 bucks either! Thanks!
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    Resonator delete?

    Hello, I have a 2003 Mazda P5 that I just put the OBX axle back exhaust on. It does sound better than the stock muffler, but I was wondering if I can get a letter deeper sound with out the resonator? Is there any problems with removing it? Will it make the exhaust have a little deeper aggressive...
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    Factory Seats

    I would like to know if there are any front seats from Mazda that have better support then the factory P5 seats? I would like to keep the side air bags if possible! I have some back issues and the factory seats really bother me after about 30 to 45 minutes of driving. Since my P5 is my only car...
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    Carbon Fiber Park Brake Handle

    Hay forum members, I already tried the search function but I didn't find what I was looking for. I want to know if there is a Park Brake Handle for the P5 that looks like Carbon Fiber. My gear shift knob is a Carbon Fiber look with Aluminum accents, would like to find something with the same...
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    Rear Bumper Cocer

    Does anyone have the factory part number and the correct name for the the rear bumper cover shield. I know it was an accessory that mounted on top of the bumper to keep it from being mess up when pulling stuff out the rear hatch.
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    Noisey rear wiper

    I have a 2003 P5 and the rear wiper motor makes a weird noise, like grinding in away. It works fine but I am wondering if this is normal for this car? Should I replace the motor, or is there a way to lube it? Let me know please, Thanks!
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    Rim Size

    Hello, I have a question about changing rims on my 2003 P5. I know stock is 16" rim, if I go to a 17" rim won't that mess with my speedometer reading? Is there a way to keep the speedo showing the correct speed? All you members that changed your wheel size, what did you do to keep the speedo...
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    Gauge lights Dim

    So I have something going on with my dash lights. I thought it was just the bulbs so I changed them to red LED and they are great! Nice and bright! After the lights are on for 5 minutes or so, the Speedometer and part of the Tach start to dim. They dim to a point that I can not even see my...
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    5 speed gear oil

    Hello everyone, I want to change the transmission gear oil in my 2003 P5 manual transmission. What is the best oil to use? I know it is speced at 75-90, but what has everyone been using for smooth and trouble free shifting? Thanks
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    Strut Replacement

    Hello everyone, I have a 2003 Mazda Protege 5 and I need new struts. I think the car has been lowered, but I am not sure? First, I would like to know how to tell if it has been lowered? I use this car as my daily driver and I would like a nice ride without loosing the fillings in my teeth! Can I...
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    New to Mazda P5

    Hello fellow forum members! I am new to the forum and to Mazda. I have a 2003 Protege5 wagon, it only has 69,700 miles on it. I have read a few of the post on the Protege forum, but I need some help still. I need a new antenna, I see a lot of different makes of Mazda or even Honda to use, just...
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