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In our experience, any questions, problems, or complaints regarding the operation of your mazda or. When i try to put it into fifth while using the clutch it pretty much refuses to go into gear at this point and when i dont use the clutch i can get it in at the right rpm but it is getting worse. I am planning to buy a 2002 mazda 626 with 60000 miles but i after reading forums i noticed many 626 mazda had transmission problems. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2002 mazda protege5 2. Mazda protege questions transmission problems cargurus. Aug 10, 2011 the mazda protege has evolved into one of the topselling cars in north america. For 1990 2002 mazda protege manual trans output shaft repair sleeve 74961cz 1991 fits.
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Transmission problems with a mazda 626 it still runs. The mazda protege has evolved into one of the topselling cars in north america. Automatic transmission problems of the 2002 mazda protege. To see how frequently 2002 mazda protege problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Get the best deals on complete auto transmissions for mazda protege5. Mine is a manual so it can get up and go quick do not be fooled by its small appearance.
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I am having problems getting it in to fifth gear and it is tough getting it out of reverse. The most recently reported issues are listed below. I realized the problem when i drove the car it wouldnt shift. Nobody could find any apparent problems with the cartransmission. Mazda protege standard transmission 2002, manual transmission output shaft repair sleeve by national. Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your protege, even in. If its a belt, any difficulties i should be aware of in replacing it, and what is the spec on hours to do the job.
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Is there any known problem with the mazda protege 2002 5 door transmission or controls thereof. Manual transmission fits 0103 mazda protege 407243 fits. Definitely means automatic transaxle warning light on the mazda see pic below. There always seemed to be a problem with the overdrive light coming off and on out of nowhere. Your auto repair done right, only the work you need with no add ons. At is usually automatic transmission, so could you please explain in detail. To see how frequently mazda protege problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.
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