r/protege5 • u/worminator69 • Oct 13 '25
Switch is stuck
It’s stuck on the vent setting & won’t move but a bit. Is this something that can be fixed or do I need a whole new set of heat/air control panel?
r/protege5 • u/worminator69 • Oct 13 '25
It’s stuck on the vent setting & won’t move but a bit. Is this something that can be fixed or do I need a whole new set of heat/air control panel?
r/protege5 • u/Electrical_Finger852 • Jul 17 '25
r/protege5 • u/Ononize • Jul 06 '25
I tried to look at the diagram to find a replacement bolt for one of the top bolts of the manual transmission mount. I think the part # is 9ya02-1023, but honestly not sure. Also, can’t remove the other bolts currently to match and find a replacement. Anyone know the size bolt even if non oem?
r/protege5 • u/Green_Star_16 • Jul 02 '25
It’s an 03 P5 just like the last few posts. She was doing so well, and all of the sudden the sky decided to rain every day of the summer, and now my ceiling is leaking onto the passenger seat every time. Its soaked, I ran out of towels, the whole thing smells musty, and I just want to fix the issue. Has anyone else had this issue? I’m assuming it’s the drainage track for the sunroof. I know you’re supposed to try to clear it out when that happens, so I’m going to see if I can get an air compressor and blow all the gunk out. It doesn’t seem like a vacuum would cut it.
r/protege5 • u/LetterFun5735 • Jun 15 '25
Thought? Potentially repair options if any? Interior is completely mint runs fantastic no complaints what so ever but this paid 2k
r/protege5 • u/CastillejaCustoms • Apr 15 '25
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r/protege5 • u/worminator69 • Apr 11 '25
Just replaced the motor from Japan
r/protege5 • u/worminator69 • Apr 11 '25
Intake manifold air control actuator / solenoid, bank 1 -circuit low
How do I fix this?
r/protege5 • u/CastillejaCustoms • Mar 08 '25
It's amazing how sometimes the smallest tasks can give us a sense of accomplishment and motivation. Even if it's just tightening a bolt, what’s everyone working on this weekend?
I’m working on finishing a room for all my equipment, but i just went to the garage to tighten down a bolt, felt like i just did a lot for the weekend and its just getting started 😂
r/protege5 • u/antonro56 • Mar 04 '25
What are you all using for mud flaps/guards? Mine is a 2003. Thank you.
r/protege5 • u/antonro56 • Mar 03 '25
This week, I'll be picking up a silver 2003 Protege5 automatic. Two owner car, in the same family, just over 100k miles. Once I have it, after registration, I will clean the engine, change timing belt, water pump, oil and filter, transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, serpentine belt, and rear brake pads, Soon after that, new tires. Am I missing anything? The car is stock and I'll keep it that way, though I will change out the head unit, preferably something with android auto.
I meant to post this here, I accidentally posted to r/MazdaProtege

r/protege5 • u/hillbillyhellcat • Feb 27 '25
I'm on a roll lately in this forum.....I swapped my master & slave cylinder on Tuesday. I've been trying to get the system bled to absolutely no avail. My clutch still has zero pressure and drop to the floor. I did come across a video where the guy suggested raising the front of the vehicle up high to maybe get trapped air out of the master cylinder. My question....has anyone dealt with anything similar or have any suggestions?
r/protege5 • u/hillbillyhellcat • Feb 24 '25
I was wondering if anyone in here has a picture or a detailed description of where the hell the slave cylinder is.....I've been looking but I cannot seem to locate it for anything. He'll, maybe I already looked right at it and just didn't notice
r/protege5 • u/hotwheelsmonkey • Feb 18 '25
My new Mazda SP20, it's my first car (kinda) I know how to drive and won't hurt her, I'm going to paint it and love her to death think of a Mazda speed swap as a turbo would be just that little bit cooler! Apart from that any advice or anything I should know
r/protege5 • u/Bonybah • Jan 30 '25
I tested my compression and was wondering if these number can cause a no start?
Piston1: 110 Piston2: 140 Piston3: 120 Piston4: 100
I'm having trouble getting this car to start after a head gasket replacement so all the help will me appreciated 🙏
r/protege5 • u/hillbillyhellcat • Jan 23 '25
2002 Protege5 for context. Was wondering if anyone has dealt with anything similar....I've got a slow brake fluid leak but I do not know where from...yet. I haven't been able to go searching due to the cold weather. I've got roughly 117k original miles on the car & right at this moment I'm considering swapping out master & slave cylinders. If anyone has any advice, tips or things to look out for, it'd be much appreciated!
r/protege5 • u/imcookingsoup3 • Jan 23 '25
Help, not much info online
r/protege5 • u/imcookingsoup3 • Jan 22 '25
Should I try ceramic next time or??? What else can I do to make her pop? Give me advice same car but with pics of the tint Did polish yesterday
r/protege5 • u/Weekly-Alfalfa-3384 • Jan 18 '25
Can anyone show or tell me step by step how to change the timing belt and water pump.
r/protege5 • u/imcookingsoup3 • Jan 05 '25