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Engine Replacement Symptoms It started at around 8000 kms where in first and second gears (engine cold) if you held the shift into the next gear at 3000rpm for 10 seconds or so the engine would make this "electrical griding noise". It kind of sounded like an exhaust shield was loose? A little...

Looking to see if any other Protege 5 members have had their engine replaced yet (stock of course)? Does anyone know if Mazda has discovered a problem with 2003 Protege 5's? My car only has 15,000km's on it and currently running a second engine. Now that the new engine is in the same symptoms...

Problems with the engine huh? I'm in Edmonton and my 2003 Protege 5 (15,000 kms at present) is already on its 2nd motor! Take it to the dealership and get them to go over it completely! My car had a bad vibration and grinding noise in 1st gear and 2nd gear at 3000rpm. The dealership...

Problem with Protege 5 All I have to say is that if you think there's a problem take it into the Dealrership and get it checked out! I did and required a NEW ENGINE REPLACEMENT after only 8 months of ownership! Not for the same problem but my situation was a little vibrating sound coming...

Protege 5 done up like "Rides" Good job using Photoshop! That Rides show was great! It wouldn't surprise me that Lexus would consider making the "IS430" as brands such as Cadillac (CTS V), BMW (M3), Acura (TSX A-spec), and Volvo (R's) are all catering to the buyer who wants 4-door...

215/40-18's Dream Merchant, I have the Eibach Pro Kit on my Pro5 and I am running 215/35/18's and they barely clear.....I have not had any rubbing issues either. With the 40 series tire you may need to roll your fenders..... My wheel offset is +48 as well pro5

Don't Bother Calgary, Yeah I didn't think about the clutch fluid. I have to admit that my clutch is very stiff first thing but as I said it does loosen up. Maybe ask the dealer? Let me know if they mention anything as my car needs to go in pretty quick. pro5

Don't Bother Calgary, I wouldn't contact the dealership as they are just going to tell you that this is what happens when its this cold. I find that warming up the car, keeping it indoors overnight, and depressing the clutch while at a stop light also loosens up the tightness. pro5 in Edmonton

Edmonton Damn COLD! I'm from Edmonton as well and I wouldn't worry about the cold..... just make sure you can get your hood open and plug in your car using an outdoor extension cord. Go to a car wash and heat up your car via hot water. Dry off your block heater cord once finsihed. You'll...

Pictures of black pro5 on Yahoo Canada blackp5ca, Super Nice pro5! The stance of your car looks just like mine. I like the body kit you put on. Could you tell me where you purchased the eyelids and the front chin spoiler or for that matter the body kit? Being from Edmonton there's not too...

New 3 versus Pro 5 Consider this...... The 2003 Protege 5 looked so good esthetically that I got rid of my 1998 Acura Integra GSR (174hp) for it! Not because I am nuts but I wanted more room with good access for friends, luggage, etc. I had the intention of purchasing a turbo regardless...

New 3 versus Pro 5 I have to agree with other members that the Mazda 6 Five Door is the BOMB!!!! Considering a purchase for my wife......please Mazda introduce a MAZDASPEED MAZDA 6 WAGON.......... I'll buy one no questions asked! pro5

New 3 versus PRO 5 I personally don't like the new 3 exterior design. I am not biased due to the fact that I own a Protege 5 but if you look closely at the "PT Cruiser HOOD" its ugly. I hate how the hood is shaped and raised like it is. Very cool though that they installed a 160hp engine...

If anyone that has installed 17" or 18" wheels on their pro5's could you post the pictures? I am having a hard time deciding what wheels to get. I currently like the 17" ADR Kasai wheels in chrome. Any ideas? Thanks, pro5

The cars previously owned..... 1. 1985 Honda Civic Hatch (semi-automatic transmission and manual choke!) 2. 1991 Honda CRX SI (Black) 3. 1995 Toyota Tacoma Pickup 4. 1991 Honda CRX SI Special Edition (Canada only silver w/wing and badging) 5. 1999 Acura Integra GS 6. 1999 Acura Integra GSR...

What wheels are those on Natey's car? Natey, What wheels are those on your pro5? pro5

Brian If I were to go to the HI-Boost kit (don't know of other somewhat reputable systems) could I not run 8-10psi boost and still be able to drive my pro5 as a daily driver in the winter? pro5

Lowering Springs You could do what I did and purchase a Eibach Pro-Kit for $250 Canadian. Shop around and you'll love the ride. Go to Canadian Tire or Auto Zone and rent a Compression jack ($45/day). Then if your somewhat mechanically inclined take out your springs and install the new ones...

See my thread about engine replacement You may want to check out what I have said in my thread "New Engine Replacement Already!!!" This sounds to me like the symptoms I started to notice (My gas mileage suffered as well). I hope you don't have the same misfortune I had! Do you hear any...

Brian I am planning on installing a turbo. Could you provide me with any information regarding the system you use and what concerns I should have? We get super cold temp's here in Canada as you know so is there concern about running a turbo? I want to keep my car as my toy and daily driver...