Recent content by markus3

Wow, thats a long crank. Sounds like our mazda tech is right about the pump. Mine still does it, but it is different. It fires up just fine, but sputters a bit, and then clears up, all within about 2 seconds. Babavoomvooooom! Hard to explain. Any other news on those hotter plugs? Is it a...

Hmm, Hey BlkZoomZoom, do you work for Mazda or something? Who is "we" are changing to hotter plugs? Thanks for the info.

Im using the factory weight. This wouldn't have any effect on ignition / combustion. It could play a role in slow cranking however.....

What is changing the plugs going to do? If they are fouled, then it'll just happen again. Changing the plugs won't fix the problem.

It isn't battery related. The cranking isn't the issue, it's the firing up that is the issue. I don't have a check engine light on (yet), so maybe I'll just keep driving and see what happens. It's not a big deal, but it shouldn't happen on a new car. I would expect slower cranking in the...

I have a 2005 2.3 that seems to sputter a tad during start-up. It only happens after being parked over night when cold (winter is here). I saw a TSB that said check for fouled plugs ("from stop and go driving"), and check the fuel pump for some blockage. The problem is either one or the...

It's starting to get hot here in Michigan. This means the A/C is being used more and more. Obviously there should be some compressor noise when the a/c is first switched on. Does anyone else hear more than just a "normal" noise when the a/c is first turned on? It sounds very strange, and not...

Goldwing 2000, thanks for the web link for Michigan events. I'll be out of town though. It's either the Montreal F1 race or the USGP F1 race. I'll be at both, and one of them is that weekend. I'm in the Farmington Hills area in Michigan. Thanks for the info about semi-synth oil from the...

Actually I got the Filter from Murrays. FRAM CH9641. Any idea on oil type?

So I'm off to do my first oil change (3600 miles) on my 3S Hatch. The owners guide says to use 5W-20. I can't find if it says to use regular or synthetic. The only reason I am iffy is..... 1) Variable timing is controlled by oil. 2) Some say use regular for first couple oil changes for...

I didnt get the link.............

So how do you buy the adapter (dealer?)? Is it cheaper through Mazda or Ford? Should I buy a 2.0 Mazda3 adapter or a 2.3 Focus adapter? Is the 2.0 Focus adapter the same as the 2.3 Focus? How much $ are we talking? Are the bolts easy to get to for adapter removal? Any hints on known issues...

So I went to buy my oil filter for 2005 2.3L. What the heck is this? We have some cartridge filter? I can't believe it isn't a spin on! The 2.3L Focus is, so I assumed this would be the same. Is there any way of getting a spin on adapter (Focus maybe)? I feel like I'm changing my 1969...

I have a 2005 Mazda3s. Both front windows make a click noise when they start the upward travel. Down is quiet, but almost always up will make a click/pop noise. Does anyone know about bad window clips or regulator issues?