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    transmission fluid change

    i did the drain and refill today 23 mm was too big - i believe thats the size for the manual transmission - not sure 19 mm worked approx 3 litres came out i filled it through the dipstick area - just have to be careful, if you add to much it spits back
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    transmission fluid change

    thanks concept i got the 23 mm wrench - will try again on saturday hopefully with more luck
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    transmission fluid change

    So i decided to do a drain and fill today Got everything ready - jacked up the car Got underneath - not enough room for a socket and the biggest wrench I had was a 7/8" - but this is not big enough for the drain plug Anyone know what size to use on the drain plug? And where to buy such a...
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    transmission fluid change

    i know - but im just wondering whats best for the car at this stage its never been done before
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    transmission fluid change

    I recently bought a 2003 Mazda Protege LX 2.0 Took it to the mechanic for an oil change and he said the transmission fluid was a bit dark. Suggested I do an drain and fill. The car has 138,000 kms. I checked the transmission fluid myself today while the engine idling in Park. (picture...
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    Door lock Broken

    I have the same problem with the rear passenger side door. Just bought the car, and the previous owner said its the solenoid. Not to sure about his statement, I think it might be the actuator.
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