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    P0340 and P0300 Codes

    A couple of months ago I had a problem with the car dying when I was decelerating. CEL came on and showed two codes (P0340 and P0300) which are for Faulty Cam Position Sensor and Multiple Cylinder Misfire, respectively. I took the car to a mechanic friend who said that there was a ring missing...
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    Bushings Part Numbers

    So I went for an alignment the other day and the tech told me that I could use new bushings and that I needed a both rear lateral links because they are bent (see photos below). Can you guys give me the part numbers for the bushings and let me know if any company makes them stiffer? I think I...
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    Read my spark plugs

    Did a compression test and wanted to see what you guys thought of my spark plugs. Let me know if there's anything I should check. By the way, some of the pics are unclear due to the humidity. So try your best and Thanks! (thumb)
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    Squeak when pressing clutch pedal

    I've been noticing a squeaking sound that does not occur when I'm at idle, or when the car is off and I press the clutch pedal. However, when I begin to accelerate from first and shift to second, the squeak is heard both when I press and release the pedal. This happens until 4th gear I think...
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    Running Rich

    I know that ours cars come out of the factory a little rich, but lately I've noticed the tailpipe sediment increase a great deal. I checked my spark plugs and they were dry but had a lot of residue on them. I was thinking it could be the MAF sensor or an O2 sensor but I thought I would have a...
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    Looking for descent Tint Shop

    I need to get the rear window tint replaced. Guys I went to last time have closed. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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    Looking for a part number

    Does anyone know the part number for the gasket that should go between part 6 and 7 (labeled in the image)? Thanks! (thumb)
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    Help me with some noise problems please...

    Hey all, I have an 02 Protege ES and recently I have hearing a noise coming from the front passenger side of the car when ever I hit a bump whether it be big or small. It kind of sounds like the right wheel is hitting several more bumps than the left even though it isn't. I know I haven't...
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    LKQ 50% off sale this weekend! [Houston]

    I don't know if this is being applied to other locations or not but I saw a commercial indicating that LKQ (pick-a-part) is going to be having a 50% off sale this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. If you've been wanting some used parts, this weekend would be the time to get your hands on them...
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    Engine Noise Problem

    I'm having some engine noise that started yesterday on a trip home. The noise sounds like the noise that is made when you attach a baseball card in a position to make contact with the spokes of your bicycle. The sound cannot be heard when the engine is at a constant speed, but only when I'm...
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    Help for CEL P0550

    I've looked up CEL P0550 which is:P0550 Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction. I have not felt any difference in the steering at all. In fact I was planning to change the power steering fluid next weekend. I looked it up on the forum and found info regarding the CEL but I have...
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    WTB: Passenger Side Motor Mount

    Looking for a passenger side motor mount. Let me know what you have. (thumb)
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    FS: A couple of stockers

    I got a couple of things for sale... First is an exhaust manifold from a 2002 Protege ES. It will fit any 01-03 Protege. It was used for about 50K miles nothing wrong with it I just replaced it with a header. There are no cracks at all in the manifold. It also comes with an O2 sensor (I...
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    My Class

    I've been reading up and am getting interested in SCCA autocrossing. I looked at the sticky regarding the classification of the vehicle. My mods are in my sig, can someone with more experience tell me if I have the right classification? I think I'm in the STS class. Thanks
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    Squealing

    I recently changed my belts because the p/s was cracked and the a/c belt was nearly destroyed. I've been getting squealing coming from the engine every now and again. Although I've tightened the belts, I'm thinking that they might now be tightened down to the correct specifications (if there...
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    Squeaking Short Shifter

    I installed a KartBoy STS about a month ago and I began to notice a squeaking sound occurring every time I shift. Has anyone else had this problem?
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    Mp3 Ecu...

    I know it's pretty much impossible, but just putting it out there. I want an MP3 ecu. I'll give payment or trade ECU's plus payment. This would be good if you want to make your car turbo since the ES ecu can be used on a turbo car.
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    WTB: Kartboy SS that will fit the 2003.5 Knob

    Like it says, I'm looking for a Kartboy shortshifter that will fit the 03.5 MSP knob. Let me know if you have one! (burnout)
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    How much Transmission fluid is needed

    About how much transmission fluid do I need to change it for my 02 Protege ES? Thanks
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    JSpec Intake Cam

    If I get a Jspec intake cam shaft, is there anything else I'm going to be needing to install it (parts or specialty tools)?
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