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I know how to start the car; 1. Press the top-most button on the right side 2. Press and hold for 2-sec the 'start' button (middle, right). Car starts fine. I have 2 questions though: 1. The default is for the car to run 10 mins until it shuts itself off. Can I adjust this to say, 15 mins...

I'm trying to install a small volt meter to the dashboard of the car (I use a phone mount/charger in my cig lighter). I was wondering where's the easiest 12V + and - wires inside the car to access? I suppose also the cigarette lighter wires?

Need to confirm with you guys if a 14" rim will fit a 2002/2003 Protege5? If yes, how would a 185/65/14 winter tires look like? Would it be too thin?

For winter tyres. Will 15's fit? Has anyone actually tried it? Will it hit the brakes/rotor? On a similar note, do you think 15's will also fit a 2012-2014 Camry?

I and wife have narrowed down our options into the final 2: 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Convenience Package 2015 Mazda CX-5 GS AWD (2.5L) We're kinda biased towards the Forester, but have some hesitations: Pros: 1. Roomier interior 2. Big windows with GREAT visibility 3. Lower insurance rate...

With my 2014 Mazda3 auto, I get a rattling sound from the engine bay when stopped and engaged in gear. It disappears when I put it on neutral, or start driving. Do you guys also get this?

This morning, when I started the car, the red battery light on the dash was constantly on. My battery is just 6-months old. Car started just fine, and I tried shutting the engine off and starting it again and it did so without any problems. I didn't drive it to work for fear of stalling in the...

The 2013's and 2014's have been on 0% APR 0% down payment for quite sometime. This can mean either a) A new model will come out or b) Mazda5 will be no more next year and the dealers are trying to clear them off

I was real stupid and turned too sharp from my own parking garage at work and hit a high high curb. I know it's like lighting a couple of hundred $'s on fire. Anyway, it's metal (a really thin sheet). The paint is scraped out. How do I expect this to be repaired? Can a body repair guy...

When I put on 89 or 91, my gas consumption seems to be slightly worse. Also, there seem to be some sort of rattling noise when I'm stopped with the transmission set to D (e.g. foot on the brake at a red light), like the RPM idles lower than it should (I can't see because I have the base model...

I owned several cars before (mostly with H4 bulbs) and I can pull out the plugs from the headlights with ease. On my P5, it seems impossible? I tried pulling hard but it won't unplug from the headlight! Not to mention the wiper washer reservoir is blocking the way. Is there any special method...

Honestly I haven't shopped around yet, but before I do, how'd you recommend doing a brake job? Basically I want my rotors+pads replaced for the front wheels. Would it be cheaper to buy parts online from say, rockauto.com (and pay shipping, etc) then have it installed and pay labour only (I...

Will 205/55/15 "rub" against something? Or am I better off with 195/55/15 ? Shopping for winter tires/rims. Thanks!

My passenger-side headlight. The bulb seems OK. It's appears to be dead, but I wiggle the connector a bit and it turns on. Once it turns on, no amount of wiggling the connector can turn it dead. However, once I turn the car off (or pull the handbrake while in P), the headlights turn off and...

For winter tires. The Protege5 alloy rims are 5-lug with 195/50/16 tires. I have a Protege and I frequent the junk yard for parts. Turns out I can get Protege5 alloys cheaper than new steel rims. I figured I can probably fit 205/60/16 winter tires on them (is it not too wide?), but will they...

I'm buying parts online (rockauto) for my planned timing belt job. I'm thinking of getting: 1. Timing Belt kit AIRTEX Part # AWK1238 Kit Contains: Water Pump, Timing Belt, Cam Belt Tensioner Pulley, Cam Belt Idler Pulley 2. Valve Cover gasket kit FEL-PRO Part # VS50574R w/Grommets & Spark...

My '02 P5 is at 147,000 Km now. It seems to be mechanically sound right now; to be honest, it even feels a little more "perky" than my brand new 2014 Mazda3 (at low RPM's). I do oil changes every 5,000Km. Do I need to replace the timing belt for "preventive maintenance?" Or other belts, for...

2002 model. Just wondering, especially for the rear, since I usually drive the car without anyone at the back, and I find it too stiff for comfort.

So I was checking my newly acquired Protege5, I noticed this on the front engine mount: What is that metal lall-end thing sticking out of a bushing? How does it affect my car and should I replace it? Thanks

Hey guys, I just bought a '02 Progete5 last week, with 143,000 Km on it. It runs OK and I use it for work commute. The ride is VERY stiff. Feels like a race car with coilovers. I tried doing the "bounce strut test" but I CANNOT push the car down on all 4 wheels. I know I'm just 140 lbs, but I...