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    Fuel Odor Inside Car

    I've seen a lot of discussion regarding this issue with the Protege 5- the plastic top of the fuel pump body cracks and leaks fuel. I have a "mystery fuel odor" with my car- no visible liquid on tank or lines. My neighborhood mechanic couldn't find it. As a last resort, took it to the Mazda...
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    Help please! Fuel issue!

    So I recently bought a used 07 Mazda3 Hatchback. I test drove it and there was a check engine light on. So i had them look it up and it said the car was running lean when idle. So he cleared it and we test drove it again. This time it didn't come on until i purchased the car and I hit the free...
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    Mazda 2/Demio Fuel Economy Thread

    Hi all I am opening a new thread in which we can discuss fuel economy of the Mazda 2 and what did you do to increase fuel economy. Please post you car's information in this order :). Type: Mazda 2 (US or EU) or Demio (Japan) Year: when it was manufacured or registered Engine: 1.3 or 1.5...
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    Voltage problem!!! Need more hps lol

    So I've been trying to find out what's been goin on with my hpfp. I just got a new oem one because I thought that was the problem but guess what it wasn't. Looks like I wasted $400 lol. But my problem I found was that it's not getting the voltage it needs. I put a jumper wire from the battery to...
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    Someone help hpfp not working!!!!!!!!!

    I thoght i had a bad hpfp so i got a used but told it was tested and was good. I'm only getting 50 to 70psi at the rail using obd2 tool. i don't know if it is a wiring prob or just two bad pumps. i got 8.6v at the pump wires when my car was off but key on. i can't find anything on here like that...
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    Low fuel pressure need help!!!!!

    I keep looking and just can't find what can help me. I have a 07 cx7 I know this isn't the page for it but you guys would know more about it. I have put in a used but good hpfp well I think that's what the guy said. But still the same problem. I'm only getting 50 to 70 of fuel pressure. What is...
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    MPG decreasing TREMENDOUSLY!!!

    I have a 2010 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring with 80,000 miles on it. I bought it 2 years ago with about 50K miles on it. When I first got it, I would get alteast 300 - 320 miles on a full tank. Now I'm barely getting 240...and these are highway miles. What's going on? Any suggestions? What...
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    Adjustable Fuel Pressure Regulator Install

    Searched and came up sort of empty, 15 pages later and couldnt really find any pics of anyone elses install of a FPR... Recently bought an Aeromotive A1000... and since im fairly new to the mazda scene figured i would ask and see how everyone has installed theirs. Will upload pics for help
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    MP5 Fuel Upgrade Advice

    Anyone running an upgraded fuel system if so what did you go with?
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    Fuel cut off*********

    My 2003 mazda protege keeps popping the 30 amp fuse for the fuel injection pump (FIP) it was doing it maybe once a week. now its everytime I turn the key. Can anyone help me?
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    Fuel pump repacement. california or not

    Hey all so my Fuel pump is dead. trust me I have done a lot of trouble shooting and it is the pump. I have a 2005 Mazda 6 2.3L. when I call for a new one they ask if I need the "California" one or not. on my hood is a sticker that says "this vehicle conforms to California regulations...
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    My First Mazda :D

    Hey guys/gals, I just purchased my first Mazda a couple days ago and fell in love with it. I got a 3yr or 50k mile warranty on it, so I couldn't pass it up. I love the car. It is extremely fun to drive and it has quite a bit of pep for a stock 4 cylinder, however I have noticed a couple of the...
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    Average highway speed for high MPG drivers?

    I've been through 10 tanks now with my 2014 AWD Touring and I'm getting satisfying numbers: https://www.fuelly.com/driver/maxwax/cx5 However, I want better. I think the three strikes against me are: * Driving at 5000 feet altitude in Colorado. I think I'm losing engine efficiency compared to...
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    Brand of gas and fuel mileage

    Has anyone found a difference in their gas mileage caused by the brand of gas they are using? I am not real happy with my gas mileage right now -- averaging about 24 with 40% highway, 60% city and the dealer tells me that the two causes are the winter blend gasoline and also warned only to use...
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    Autotech Fuel Pump Internals

    I am selling my Autotech Fuel Pump internals because my CDFP is doing ok, and I want to hang out at stage 1 for awhile. I bought them less than a month ago from Edge Autosport and never opened them. The only thing I did is open the box and read the directions about 20 times. There is a small...
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    Fuel System - Air Filter

    Hi All! Im a newbie to the forum and a proud owner of a Mazda2. Im here seeking help/clarification on the maintenance schedule for my car. It may be a silly question, but please bear with me. Ive been following Schedule 2 according to the owner's manual (service every 5K mi) and im at the 35K...
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    New to Mazdas and about ready to give up......

    Hi, i just bought a 1993 MX6 LS. This is my first Mazda, having come from a Honda and domestic background i'm really confused here. Love this car but its now an eyesore in my driveway after a week of ownership. First off, when i test drove the car, it ran a lil rough at first. after warming up...
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    fuel pump

    best fuel pump internal kit? http://www.protegegarage.com/1663-high-pressure-fuel-pump-internals-kit-mazdaspeed.html
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    Fuel Filling Dilemma

    Problem: When I refuel my 2001 Protege MP3 the pump clicks off every time I put approximately 1/4 gallon into my car at every gas station I have filled at. Background: I am the original owner of the vehicle. This has been an ongoing issue for approximately six months. The vehicle is...
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    fuel line problem

    Hi all! I came across a really strange thing today. I got to the gas station on an half empty tank with my protege 2000, and when I tried filling it up, it overflew right away. I was not able to put a single gallon in it. I've read on other places online, that sometimes spider webs could block...
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