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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mazda Protege cars and light trucks from 1990+

Mazda -> Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> System Diagnosis & Testing -> 1998 -> 1999-2000 -> 2000 -> 626 -> B-Series -> Miata -> MPV -> Performance Test -> Pressure Test -> Protege
Vehicle: 1998 Mazda Protege ES 1.8 L4 GAS

Pressure Test

Miata
  • Install manifold gauge set.
  • Open hood.
  • Close all doors and windows.
  • Warm engine and run at constant 1500 RPM.
  • Turn A/C switch to ON position.
  • Set fan switch to 4th position.
  • Set REC/FRESH lever to REC and mode lever to VENT.
  • Set temperature control lever to MAX COLD.
  • Measure high and low pressure side readings of manifold gauge.
  • If high and low pressure side readings are in shaded zones, Fig. , refrigerant system is normal.
MPV
1998
  • Insta...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Mazda Protege cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> B-Series -> Front -> Miata -> Millenia -> MPV -> MX-6 & 626 -> Protege -> Rear -> Tribute
Vehicle: 2000 Mazda Protege 1.6 L4 GAS

Front

B-Series
  • Raise and support vehicle and remove front wheel assemblies.
  • Use a C-clamp to compress caliper piston into bore.
  • Remove caliper pin bolts, Figs. through .
  • Remove caliper from disc plate and position aside. Do not let caliper hang with its weight suspended by brake hose.
  • Slide disc pads off caliper anchor plate.
  • Inspect all components for wear or damage.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Caliper must be bottomed out to install new disc pads.
Miata
  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove front wheels.
  • Remove components in order, Fig. , noting the following:
    • After removin...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda Protege cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Mazda -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 1990-00 Protege, 323 & MX-3 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1991 Mazda Protege GT 1.8 L4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

The anti-theft function is available as an option for the audio system. Before removing the battery ground cable or disconnecting the audio system power source, obtain the code number to reset the system when repairs are complete.

After the ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Mazda Protege cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Mazda Protege LX 1.5 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tires.
  • Remove splash shield, then transaxle drain plug.
  • Raise staked portion of driveshaft locknut using suitable tool.
  • Apply brakes, then loosen and remove locknut.
  • Remove stabilizer, then tie rod ends using tool No. 490118850C or equivalent.
  • Remove lower ball joint attaching bolt.
  • Remove driveshaft clinch bolt and nut, pry down on lower arm to disconnect ball joint.On vehicles equ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mazda Protege cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Mazda Protege DX 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery, then raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove starter motor bracket and different...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda Protege cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mazda -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp -> 1990-2003 Protege
Vehicle: 2001 Mazda Protege 1.6 L4 GAS

This lamp is used to warn of a fault in the anti-lock brake system. The lamp will illuminate for a few seconds and then go off after the ignition switch is placed in the on position ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mazda Protege cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Mazda Protege 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove fresh air duct.
  • Remove radiator in numbered sequence...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda Protege cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Mazda Protege LX 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Loosen alternator pivot bolt.
  • Loosen adjuster lock bolt.
  • Loosen alternator adjustment bolt and relieve belt tension.
  • Remove driv...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Mazda Protege cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Horn Component Locations Diagram for 1999 Mazda Protege  1.6 L4 GASHorn Component Locations Diagram for 1999 Mazda Protege 1.6 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Horn
  • Horn Switch
  • Main Fuse Block
  • Body Harness Components Diagram for 2001 Mazda Protege MP3 2.0 L4 GASBody Harness Components Diagram for 2001 Mazda Protege MP3 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Steering Pressure Switch
  • PCM
  • Crankshaft Position Switch
  • Clutch Switch
  • Neutral Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Mazda Protege cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Mazda Protege DX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Mazda Protege DX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Clockspring
  • Driver Side Air Bag Module
  • 1996 Mazda Protege DX 1.5 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Mazda Protege DX 1.5 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speedometer Sensor
  • Battery
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Tachometer
  • Charge
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Mazda Protege cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: BRAKE PEDAL PULSATION/FRONT BRAKE SQUEAL- REPAIR/REV
    Vehicle: 1992 Mazda Protege DX 1.8 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Brakes, Power Brakes, Traction Control
  • Document: SPEC TOOLS - STAR TESTER PROGRAM CARD V2.0
    Vehicle: 1990 Mazda Protege SE 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Mazda Protege AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Mazda Protege cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Mazda Protege cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Mazda Protege cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Mazda Protege cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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