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Replace 2003 Mazda Protege Blower Motor Resistor

Mazda Protege A/C Fan Stops and Starts Randomly

For a while now, the heating/air conditioning fan has been going in and out on my 2003 Protege. It seemed completely random until one day I realized going over some bumps would cause it to go off or on. Then I discovered that sometimes shutting the glove box or the front passenger door would knock it out. Over time the … [Read more...]

How to replace a Mazda Protege Power Window Regulator

One problem I've had with my Mazda Protege is that Mazda decided to use cheap plastic in their design for automatic door locks, door handles and window regulators. In fact, I've had to replace the driver side, front window regulator twice, the driver side, rear locking mechanism twice, the passenger side, rear locking mechanism once and the driver's side, front interior door … [Read more...] about How to replace a Mazda Protege Power Window Regulator

How To Change 2003 Mazda Protege Inside Door Handle

On a trip to the local bookstore the other day, I pulled to a stop and tried to get out but the door was jammed. At first, I thought it was the humidity forming a seal between the Mazda Protege's door frame and door (not uncommon after a monsoon rain). I tried putting my shoulder into it, but the door wouldn't budge - so of course, I got a bit peeved and tried harder. In the … [Read more...] about How To Change 2003 Mazda Protege Inside Door Handle

2003 Mazda Protege Air Induction Hose Adventure

Mazda Protege/Protege 5 Air Induction Hose

The adventure, The Process, and The How-To Video A couple of weeks ago I took the car to get an oil change at Brake Masters. They did their usual awesome job of getting me in and out quickly; changing the oil, rotating the tires and making recommendations as to other maintenance issues. Along with the oil change, I had … [Read more...]