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    Protege5, RX-8, and a Monster Miata

    Photos of my Protege5 next to my friends RX-8 and a strangers Monster Miata!
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    2003 P5/Protege Canadian OEM CF Window Switches

    Hi Everyone, I got some OEM CF parts for sale. All prices include shipping to lower 48 states and open to fair offers. CF window switches set - $45 shipped
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    Mud flaps on Protege5

    Hey guys. I'm interested in buying some mudflaps that I was looking on rallyarmor. I was just going to get the universal ones but I was wondering if by any chance, the 04-09 mazda 3 ones would fit on the p5? The mazda 3 ones include all the hardware and brackets so i'm just wondering if anybody...
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    Emergency Issue - Need Help! Engine randomly stalls and shuts down!

    Problem Solved (07/06/2014) The right side Ignition Coil was failing. It was a cheaper after market coil I purchased from Autozone, so I guess I learned today you get what you pay for. Hey everyone, So I've got a problem with my Protege5 and it may prevent me from getting home... which is...
  5. Antoine

    Mazdas247 Mazda of the Month | June

    Congratulations to Rar40941! Vote Now for July! Reg Rivera Mazda Protege5 Engine: -Injen cold air intake* -hks hi-power axle back* -resonator delete* -Samco radiator hose kit -all 4 AWR engine mount 95 durometer -painted valve cover* -Ngk speak plugs And wires* -Cruise control...
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    Help with roof rack

    So I bought my car brand new, and havent put a lot of miles on it considering multiple road trips. and its about time I got a roof rack. I am looking for one that mounts on the roof and not the ones that hook up on the Top of the door, I have seen a few photos of this on this forum. I have...
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    Protege5.......... pickup truck?!?

    So I was going through my local craigslist listing to see if I find a part out when I stumble upon this insane vehicle: I figured ya'll would get as much of a kick out of this as I would. Here is the actual post if you're interested: http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/cto/4495862985.html
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    my new p5, common issues, easy fixes?

    So i recently bought a 2003 protege5 and it has a few bugs i gotta work out. First off the front driver side wheel bearing needs to be replaced i bought the bearing and was just wondering how easy will this be to install? Also the front driver side window wont work don't know why? Another thing...
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    Roof Molding installation

    Hey everyone, I just got my roof molding pieces in from onlinemazdaparts to fill the gap left over from the roof rack! Unfortunately I have no clue how to install it. I literally just popped it in and the rubber border acted like a suction cup and its not going anywhere. To fill the holes...
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    First Add on's?

    So since my p5 is my first car and I barely have experience, I was wondering what some of you veterans first did to your p5 way back then. Was it internal or external? Cold-air intake or exhausts maybe? Just curious and would love a little nudge to the right direction.
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    Damsel in distress, Please Help!! P2009, P0421

    So I've had a few codes for a little while maybe 6 months and recently have been trying to fix it myself by reading this forum mainly. I've tried taking it to my mechanic but he doesn't understand what I'm talking about and jumps to replacing the pre-cat. If it comes down to it I'm fine...
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    New Guy here

    My girlfriend just bought an 03 P5 in pure white. 93k on the clock. auto trans. i knew i would like this car, but i love this car. wish it had a sunroof. has the subwoofer in the spare tire compartment tho! already bought the auxmod and am going to do that soon. i daily drive a 95 camry and...
  13. C

    AT Check light flashing

    So as I was starting my car to head to work, My car jerked so bad as I put the car in reverse I thought someone hit me in my own driveway. (same deal when I put it in drive.) My AT light is flashing and the car shifts horribly as it shifts to second nearly at 5000 RPMs. Im afraid to hit it past...
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    Protege5 electronics ECU fried? Please help!

    Hi everyone, new to the forum. I have proudly owned my 2002 Protege5 for 10 years and nearly 115000 miles. Drove home from work, woke up the next morning, and she wouldn't start. Lights, gauges, radio, starter, all work fine, and the engine turns when engaging the starter, but it does not fire...
  15. C

    Just got my p5!

    Hey everyone, Just purchased my first car and its a Protege5. Has 130,xxx miles, clean 17" RUFF's, upgraded pioneer radio, tints and all maintenance that needs to be done at 100k (timing belt, etc.) has been done. Paid 3,400. <img src="http://i62.tinypic.com/2qnxt1y.jpg"> I have two questions...
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    Headlight Removal and Installation

    Hey all! This weekend I'm planning on replacing my broken P5 headlights for brand new shiny ones. (whistle) I was wondering if anyone has experience with this. I've been searching around the web and reading the shop manual from mazdaspd.com. It says I have to take off the entire front bumper...
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    Protege5 rear brake issues

    Hello- I have been searching the forum for a few days looking for similar issues, but did not find an exact match. I have a 2003 Protege5 and recently replaced brake pads on all four wheels. On the rear I followed the guidance on using the threaded screw to back up the piston, and then tighten...
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    Manual or Automatic p5

    Hey everyone, I'm going to check out some p5's on tuesday and wonder if I should go with a manual, auto, or tiptronic transmission if I happen to find an 03? I'm somewhat comfortable on a stickshift around the neighborhood or open road but I've never driven in traffic, highways or unusual...
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    Wanting to build my P5

    Hey guys just recently got a 2003 Protege5 on the 9th of Feb and I'm loving it. Just put Weapon R intake and HI Power HKS exhaust but before i get carried away i really plan on building a motor on the side to turbo. Was curious if i should go to the junkyard and purchase another 2.0L that comes...
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    Hood release cable replacement Protege5

    I just ordered a new OEM one on eBay and I am just wondering if anyone here attempted to replace theirs on their own. Just looked through 14 pages of search results but it seems that no one talked about the cable replacement. Is it easy to do? What can I expect if I do it myself. To save $$ I...
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