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    2013~2016 Mazda CX2016 Headlight Replacement

    Hello, I just bought a semi-new Mazda CX-5. I just love it! Like two days ago I noticed that the right headlamp was pointing really down, so I take it to a mechanic and he told me that what was failing was the auto level system of the headlamp. So I started to look for a replacement and I was...
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    2015 CX-5 6th Gear Popping Out

    Howdy I purchased a 2015 CX-5 manual transmission in February of 2019 with 28K miles on it, currently at 42K. When i'm cruising down the interstate in 6th gear, it almost always pops out of 6th gear and into neutral, at least once during the drive. Going into 6th is fine and the rest of the...
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    battery issues

    hello, I bought a P5 and it had an after market amp installed but it wasnt working in it. long story short there was a fuse on top of the fuse box that was installed and an amp that has a ground wire also installed. it seemed to work for 2 days but when i tried to start the car it wouldnt turn...
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    driver headlight not working, need help

    My 2003 P5 driver side headlight is out and I am wondering what the cause can be. I have already changed out the bulb (not the issue) and have checked the fuses (none of them blew out). Is there anything else I can check to see what my issue is?? Thanks in advanced
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    2010 Mazda 5 Sport Low Beam Headlight bulb size?

    The internet says H7. My Manual says H7. The baby Jesus whispered to me in a dream and said, you guessed it, H7. So I research, purchase and attempt to install my Hella +50 H7 replacement bulbs, lo and behold... They don't fit. So it seems the factory bulb's plug prongs are a bit wider than...
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    Parts

    Hello everyone my protege's engine blew up and I'm parting it out I have a new transmission from lkq as well as a fairly used clutch we are trying to get rid of the car as well if anyone is interested please text or call me at 407-409-5248
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    multiple codes car wont start need help

    Car lost power coming off freeway offramp had to tow it home. Pulled 4 codes P0660 P0090 P2009 P0340 car cranks but womt start thinking its pcm replaced it with one from junkyard still wont start coils and wires were under warranty replaced both of those vics selinoid tested bad replaced it...
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    Start/Stop Button

    Hi, i need help. Today i just replaced my batter at auto zone today and drove my car home with no problems. I received my LED Map lights in the mail today and was excited to install them. As I was replacing my second to last Map light i saw a spark and the car turned off immediately. I tried...
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    Help! Can't lock doors on 2009 CX-9

    This is definitely in the weird category. I bought this 2009 CX-9 GT about a year and a half ago and have had no major issues. Since last week I have not been able to lock my doors on my CX-9. The key fob, manual lever, inside door lock switch. our outer request switch will not lock the doors. I...
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    Problems Accelerating

    I bought a 2003 Mazda Protege5 from my friend. When i got it there was a rough idle. The RPMs would flutter between 1000 and 0. I got the codes read at O'Riellys and got Random Misfire, Misfire in cylinder 3 and one i can't remember but it's only offered solution was to replace the Idle Air...
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    Cold Air Intake Filter (Newb here)

    Hello, This is my first post here I've been lurking some here and there. I bought a P5 (auto) in January as my first car and it's in pretty good shape. I want to replace the Cold air intake filter though, but I can't seem to find one that matches the one that it is currently installed. IF you...
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    Speed info

    Hello I am new to the mazda scene im a mk1 mr2 guy lol. I just got a msp and I need to find some information title says 03 how do I know if its a 03 or .5 also when I look up the car it shows 2.0t I havent looked at the motor but was told it is a 1.6t got the car for free basically so no big...
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    VTCS troubles

    My girlfriend owns a 2008 Mazda 2 (110k) and recently developed knocking sound when the engine is cold. In my small amount of experience, it sounded like bearing or piston slop. Upon further thought and testing I actually found it to be the VTCS butterflies. I found this by removing the plug...
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    Scratched my rear bumper plate (plastic guard) Mazda CX-5

    Hello just wondering if anyone could help me out and say if theyve had a similar experience and what a reasonable quote for this repair would be! Thanks, Salty
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    i was looking for pistons and cams for my 01 protege 2.0 lx

    ive got a little project car i dont drive and im kinda newbie when it comes to turbos but I want to install a turbo on my Mazda but i cant find any forged piston heads that will fit any part websites will help also is there other ways of lowering compression ratio?
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    Mechanic Suggested I Replace the Engine After Taking it in with P0304 Code.....

    I have a 2007 Mazda CX7 with 144k on it. I have had more issues than I can count and have usually been able to fix them until this latest issue... Car has been driving very poor for the past 2-3 months but haven't had a chance to spend time on it (figured it needed a tune up). Been getting two...
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    Front end clicking/clunking/knocking

    I drive a 03 protege5 hatchback and have recently had the control arms replaced, passenger side stabilizer bar, both steering knuckles with bearings pressed in from a salvage. Not entirely sure where to go next but there is a clicking/clunking noise that is coming from the front end when i drive...
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    Hawk HPS 5.0 Pads and Centric Cryo High Carbon Plain Rotors - What could go wrong?

    So I set out to replace the front Rotors and Pads in my 2012 Mazda 5. While I am no professional mechanic I have done my share of work on cars. I used to Auto X and Road race a 1985 Pontiac Fiero and had replaced pads and rotors, sway bars, eurothane suspension bushings, Koni's and lowered...
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    Passenger headlight leaking and now buzzing/humin

    Hi All, Hope you can help. recently my headlight on the passenger side started leaking and there is condensation on the inside of the headlight and there is also a very small puddle of water inside. its been like it for about 2 weeks and has been fine however today a buzzing/hummin sound...
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    Broken PCV valve. HELP please =[

    so i broke my pcv valve when trying to replace it to see if i could get to the bottom of my bad misfire situation ( see other post) does anyone know a way i can get that out? after taking my valve cover off, i noticed a plate screwed on to the top it. if i take that plate off would i be able...
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