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    How hard to replace front brake rotors?

    I have replaced brake pads but not rotors on on Toyotas and Fords, but never a Mazda. I have an '02 Protege LX and it seems that all you have to do is: (after removing wheels) 1. remove 3 bolts (one hidden under a protective cap & 2 caliper mounting bolts) from the caliper 2. pull off (or bang...
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    34 mpg on highway in '02 automatic

    Took a trip to a conference this week and averaged 34mpg in my 2.0L automatic... 95% interstate. The sticker mpg indicates 31 mpg for highway. My average speed was between 60 and 65mph. I am pleasantly surprised given that this car "revs" so high.
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    When to replace timing belt?

    According to the manual for my '02 2.0L, the timing belt is to be replaced at 105k under normal driving conditions. Is that 105k miles or km?
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    Just got an '02 2.0L

    Hey everyone. I picked up a 2002 LX Automatic with 40k miles on the odometer last week. So far, I really enjoy the car. So far, here is what I've done: Synthetic Oil Transmission Flush Radiator Flush Spark Plugs (NGK ZFR5F) and a good wax job I had been searching for a used compact vehicle...
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