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    2003 Protege Repeated Wheel Bearing Failures

    What quality of bearing are you using? The cheaper ones typically dont last as long and even less in bad weather environments. Another thing to look at is the hub itself. Is it possible there is damage or excessive wear in the hub where the bearing seats? That might cause the bearing to not seat...
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    Need valve stem seals, top cat and smog (Protege5)

    Some guys in Cali will not pass you with the non fouler. Some do - even though its not right. That being said it does work to rid p0420/p0421 codes. Yes, excessive oil consumption over time will destroy a cat. There is stuff called Cat-a-clean or something like that and Guaranteed to pass. Both...
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    Troubling Engine Noise

    If its going - its going. Not much you can do unless you open it up. But have you tried using lucas oil additive? I know guys who swear by it to quiet a noisy motor. Side note - i know a guy who did bearings from below. It lasted a year or so then began burning alot of oil and fouling plugs what...
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    Protege5 manual mode not downshifting

    I cant find the thread about it but Pcb on here is a diagram wizard. I believe there are 2 contact like switches just below the indicator on center console. As you bang up or down it sends a signal to shift. Could be as simple as cleaning the switch/ contacts. I would assume you could test the...
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    EGR Flow Insufficient - Protege5 2003 - P0401

    Sounds like its pretty much figured out. Always nice when its back on the road! Ive read a lot of horror stories about sub par coils. Some guys have good luck with house brand coils while others have nothing but headaches. I have had good luck with Hitachi brand coils. Either from rockauto or...
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    Protege5 manual mode not downshifting

    Do you have side markers on the fenders? If so it is an 03 not 02. The switch is under the shifter inside the center console. I don't know its actual name tho.
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    EGR Flow Insufficient - Protege5 2003 - P0401

    You've got alot going on there. 1st we can address the misfire(p0302) change your plugs, coils and wires. Most likely this is the cause for the flashing CEL. 2nd the lean code could be a cracked intake tube. Check the accordian portion of the tube for cracks. The EGR might be new however, the...
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    Crank no start msp swap...Help!

    Vacuum leaks can cause bad idle. To locate them try and start car and while its idling spray carb cleaner around the throttle body base, intake manifold mount and any vacuum hoses. The idle should pick up if there is a leak around the area so you know where the leak is
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    Crank no start msp swap...Help!

    Sweet! Glad you got it running
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    Rev-matching/Downshift Squeak

    Tighten the belts and the squeak should go away. Easy fix👍
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    Crank no start msp swap...Help!

    Did you make sure to swap crank sensor to a working one? And double check your timing marks are correct?
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    I wanna build my mp5

    Not knowing your knowledge or financial situation I would suggest a gen1 or 2 speed3 if you want easy power. However I think the p5 out handles those cars. If you've got some time knowledge and money swap in a speed protege motor. A good upgrade is the mp3 ecu for a stock type engine. Itll give...
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    Love my p5 but she’s got issues

    I daily mine so I chose inserts in the front and sides. For the rear i filled it with 60a liquid urethane. Its fine for me for a daily driver auto. Some guys like solid mounts- and while i agree they last a long time - its not my choice for a daily. Comfort vs durability will be your choice...
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    Love my p5 but she’s got issues

    You say you smell oil burning, but is it consuming oil? Check the dip stick. Could be as simple as the valve cover gasket starting to seep. Replacing that is easy and good time to do plugs, coils and wires also. Mounts are a toss up. Comfort is stock. The harder urethane you choose for...
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    Problem with Brakes overheating

    I'd find out why the ABS light is on. Second, how are the wheel bearings at all 4 corners? could they be on their way out from age and sitting? Finally, flush the brake fluid. I had a similar issue with the front wheels feeling hot to the touch after driving and after changing some brake...
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    2.0L Help! p300 code, rough running, CEL flashing...Clear code, back to normal?

    I think you're on the right track with cleaning up the grounds and checking for unmetered air. check the accordian like hose for the intake. Those can crack at the seams and make it hard to see so you might have to check it closely. Next, when is this happening? at startup? After you have driven...
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    What have you done to your P5 today?

    The middle of the tank is too high when its cold. The low line is like 2 or 3 fingers from the bottom. Once mine puked out the overfill tube on the overflow. I opened the rad cap and filled it then drained the overflow down to the cold mark. It never did it again. I think it had too much in the...
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    LankyKiwi's Rally-flavored SP20

    Weve all been there - a quick project turns into a nightmare! You will have peace of mind knowing its flat and sealed up tight when youre done tho. There was a thread a while back where a guy had drilled 2 holes in the bell housing to access those 2 bolts but I cant seem to find it right now...
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    P0090 - Pressure regulator control circuit

    Pcb is awesome!! Def the guy with links and pics! You can try to tape up the crank sensor wiring sheathing and see if that fixes it as long as the wires inside arent damaged. Also check the relay. Open the lid and it will show you which relay is which. If its burnt looking, corrosion on the...
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    P0090 - Pressure regulator control circuit

    With 180k on it has the fuel pump ever been changed? I had the issue with the crank sensor wiring. It never threw a code. Either while driving and it just shut off or whenever trying to start. I would inspect the wiring to it. Especially where it routes behind the ps unit. Thats where mine wore...
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