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The CEL has been on for a while, just laziness on my part by not resetting it. I'm going to have to reset it and see if it comes back. After doing some research I am wondering if one of the screws as a part of the VICS system has come loose. My question is, what is the remedy for this? Can I...

Hey guys, so I know my way around cars but I had a new one come up this evening. I had the wife take the car in for new tires and an oil change this afternoon. When I got home I did my typical post-mechanic inspection. On my way back I was at a stop light and the car studdered really bad and...

Are you including the strip that goes along the roof channels from the front to the back?

I need to double check that the wife wants the roof rack. Can I have dibs until this evening? Can you get me a quote on shipping to a commercial address 32771?

I had to pull out the instrument cluster recently and use a headlight clearing kit to clean up the plastic cover over the gauges. I like to use the adam's products. The all-purpose cleaner works well on door jambs etc. I don't like the greasy look of armor all so I use meguirs interior quick...

I noticed a clicking noise as the wife was pulling into the driveway yesterday. I have recently inspected the CV boots and didn't notice any tears or anything. Hopefully she doesn't have a CV joint going out. I am going to drive the car sometime this weekend to check it out. At the moment I am...

Yeah, I am a stickler about tires, so I'll put new ones on and have the spare checked out. I happen to have a set of rear struts in the garage that I was thinking about throwing on if I have the time.

The timing belt was replaced less than 10k ago so I should be fine, good tip though. We are going to Charlottesville. I will definately bring some extra fluids with, always good to have some. The oil was changed recently so I know it is fresh and I did the coolant when I did all my other work...

My wife and I along with my sister will be traveling from Central FL to VA in about a month. Due to gas prices and the fact that the P5 gets nearly double the mileage that my truck does we are probably going to take the P5, although my truck is bigger and more comfortable. Currently the car has...

Could be shot motor mounts.

What code did the CEL throw?

You should probably look at replacing the end links. Get under the car and inspect your bushings, if they look damaged, replace them.

Rock Auto doesn't list a fluid filled for OEM replacement. Like others have said, I would go with OEM replacement unless you track the car.

You are selling this on ebay too? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mazda-Protege5-2002-2003-OEM-Rear-Bumper-Step-Plate-/280817672271?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item416209a04f

That doesn't look bad at all. I like the idea of running smaller wheels because the tires are cheaper. Obviously you give up something on handling but if you are only using the car to trudge around town it wouldn't make a difference. I bet the ride is better with the meatier tires.

I'd like to see some pics of P5's rollin on 14's.

I just did the flush on the wife's P5. I added 1/3 to the brake booster, 1/3 to the oil, and 1/3 to the gas. The car already runs smoother and quieter. I'll have the wife take the car in for an oil change at the end of the week. Normally I do all my own oil changes but I want her to take it in...

You might have a leaking heater core. How is your coolant level? As much information as you can provide will help us help you.

You are buying from a dealer, which definately makes a difference. It sounds like it is in overall very good condition. For a point of reference. I just purchased an 03 with 95k that needed a radiator, egr valve, motor mounts, and a mirror. The interior had to minor cuts and there is a dent near...

Yup, you gotta pull off the interior panel, it is a pain in the a$$ which is probably why the PO let both burn out. It is easy once you the panel off. Be careful because I broke a couple of clips due to frustration and impatience.