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Anyone know what the specs are ( specifically the amperage ) for the 12V DC input power for the VCP? Will basically any 12VDC converter do?
Thanks for any info ( yes, I checked the rosenproducts site, to no avail ).
Any other ideas?
So, my question is, is the service guy blowing smoke up my you-know-what, and just protecting a nice profit for himself, or can I really not do this myself? If he has to call Mazda, why does he need both keys? Anybody know if this can be done by me and what is the procedure?
the steps you mention seems near enough except there are specific timing to follow (around 2 seconds between sequence if my memory serves me). it was also mentioned you can only copy a limited number of times.
gotta go home for now, but i'll try to rummage in my basement if i can find that illusive copy.
1. Cut new keys.
2. Using key 1, turn ignition switch to ON position then back to LOCK position five times . The key should not remain at ON position or LOCK position for more than 1 second (this sets up program mode).
3. Turn key 1 back to ON position. Observe illumination of security light in instrument cluster.
4. Turn key 1 to LOCK position and remove key 1 from steering lock. Observe security light goes out.
5. Using key 2, start engine. Observe that security light illuminates (for 1--2 seconds ) and engine continues to run.
6. Turn key 2 to LOCK position and remove from steering lock.
7. Repeat Step 5 with key 1.
8. Repeat Step 5 with key 3.
9. If there are 4--8 keys (valid and/or new keys), repeat Step 5.
(Disclaimer) try at your risk, yada yada yada.
/j
I hope this helps.
Drew
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My wife just got a 2001 LX in Rainforest Green Mica W/Touring package, rear air, step plate.
We got a good deal, we paid ~$200 over invoice and got the $1500 rebate and 4.9% financing.
The MPV is replacing the 98 Pontiac Transport Montana that goes off lease at the end of the month.
We looked at the Odyssy, Quest, Villager and Outback before deciding on the MPV based on features and price.
We got the car from Galpin Mazda, Galpin is one of those dealers who sells everything that Ford makes, they sell Ford, Mazda, Jaguar, Mercury, Lincoln and Volvo and are working on a Range Rover franchise
My wife is going to pop a gasket when she hears about the 3.0 engine in 2002, we almost didn't buy the MPV because we were concerned by it's lack of power and Traction Control.
Besides this place and http://www.vakcer.com/mpv/ are there any other MPV enthusiast sites out there. I am very active on several Focus sites (I have a 2000 Focus) and can't get enough car stuff
I am looking for ways to add power to the MPV, since it uses the same engine as the Contour perhaps some of the Contour performance parts would be available? I already know about the K&N filter and am looking at maybe a chip or an intake.
Anyways I guess I'm done rambling now, I'm glad to have found this place.
p.s. Check out my home page for more info about me, my family, The Delta Focus and now the MPV (yet to be named)
Robert
Unless someone else with the unit can help, I'd suggest calling the company and asking for the amps. They should be able to give it to you.
/j
Steve
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Rutger3: The K&N air filter is a washable filter that drops in-place where your paper-element OEM filter goes. Takes a minute or two to install, costs about $35, but has a million mile warranty. Opinions vary on if you get more hp (I don't see much/any), but in my log book, I have recorded about .5-1.0mpg increase over the past two months of use. It's K&N p/n 33-2177, available at k&n's website, and other online retailers.
/j
btw, the K&N website makes no claims (last I looked) for increased mpg.
Steve
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/j
Thanks, Ken
PS: Thanks to everybody who responded to my previous post regarding cold engine idle...
I think the amount of fluid you need is either 16 or 18 quarts actually. I'd have to look at the service invoice, since the service dept. brought the oil in for my application, and if you'd seen my work bench you'd not hold your breath for that answer. I'm bad, I have been having the dealership do all oil-related services on my van, sort of as a cya for myself. I'll check tho. :-)
The fluid switch process they used for my van was a vacuum system that flushed the system as well as filling "at the same time" I was told. Seems to work fine for me!
/J
that's without torque converter drain, which is probably another 3-4 if you are flushing.
So, 12quarts should be there if you're flushing. I'd better go check to see if I didn't buy them an extra few quarts! Thx for the confirm Maltb!
/J
Ken
/j
As previously mentioned, Hertz rents MPVs but won't guarantee a vehicle make with your reservation; although I was told that if I show up to pick up my rental and they have one available, they'd let me have it.
/J
Separately, why doesn't Mazda use the same 6 cylinder engine as they use in the Tribute for the MPV,or for that matter,the 6 cyl engine used in the 626?
Furthermore, after the first 3000 miles,I am very happy overall with the van. The disappearing third seat ,rear roll down windows,styling, ,diveability,sound system,are excellent. Starting to see more on the road. Now for the negatives:
-third row seat comfort is not very good. We had 7 people in the van last weekend and both myself and my wife had the 'pleasure' of riding back there,separately. Leg room is tight,seats not nearly as comfortable as the 4 front seats. There definitely should be a CENTER HEADREST and 3 POINT BELT for the middle passenger,Mazda missed this one.
-the dash board is too far forward,primarily for the front passenger,although leg room is okay.
-the fan could use another speed,somewhere between the first and second settings.
-not a negative,but how about Mazda splitting the rear seat so half can still be used for a passenger. Again,very happy so far,but I love pointing out little things that bother me.The only 'real' negative above is the third seat.
The 626 V-6 hasn't been as reliable as the Duratec so that may be part of the reason Mazda used it. OR since they both are 2.5L, Ford could've pulled the plug on the Mazda unit to reduce costs. You almost bet the next generation Protege, 626, and possibly Miata will have Zetec and Duratec motors.
My opinion is that they didn't use the 3.0 because Ford wouldn't let them, since Ford knew they were going to phase out all their models currently using the 2.5 Duratec (Contour/ Mistique) and would have spare 2.5 mills around. Why let em go to waste, right? I suspect they also were committed to using their 3.0L motors for other projects, such as the Trib/Escape project at the time.
/J
1. MPG was better than expected (about 23.5). Most of this was dead flat interstate w/cruise control on, but we did have 2 adults, 2 kids, A/C on 75% of time, and a van packed full of stuff. Pre-trip city driving MPG was hovering around 20.
2. Power shortage in the mountains (West Virginia) was noticeable but acceptable. If I lived in a hilly area, I would probably not buy this van. It really struggles with uphill acceleration.
3. Rear air is a must. At one point I considered not getting this option. I am really glad I have it.
4. Rear seat comfort. Somebody mentioned that the 3rd seat is uncomfortable. I actually found it to be the most comfortable, as I could fold down the 2nd row seat and use it as a footstool. If somebody is sitting in the 2nd row, then yes, the 3rd row is a bit hard.
5. Handling, sound system, and road noise were great. Mostly cruised at about 70-75 MPH, but had it mistakenly at 85 for awhile and didn't even notice. Little noise, and almost no vibration.
I believe that the MPV is the only van assembled in Japan, so the other manufacturers aren't affected much by this factor and Mazda wanted to keep the price low...
I can't tell if that information is accurate or not, I just remember the discussion over a year ago. So I may be wrong here.
Called "Crippen Olds,GMC,Mazda,Volvo" in Lansing Mich. Talked to Brian Houghs, asked if they wanted to sell a MPV told them what I wanted on van and what price I was willing to pay. He went to talk to his sales Manager George May and Much to my surprise was right back saying no problem (Will say right now that Crippen is a great dealership and I will not hesitate to buy from them again)they could do the deal.
Brian found the van We wanted still in Port. and got it ordered for Us, delivery in one week.
One week later on Monday Brian called van was in they would prep and we could pickup after work (Monday is a late day they stayed open until 8:30PM). We arived at Dealership At 7:00Pm and there it was clean and beutiful ready to go just as they had said (Life Couldnt have been better).
We took the van out for a test drive, My wife was driving first about 5 miles from dealership she found a parking lot and pulls over so I could take my turn driving, when I opened door we were hit with a strong burning smell, I told her too Pop the hood and when she did smoke came out of the engine compartment. I checked the insturment panel for any lights or if temp was high,all seemed ok so we got in and went right back to Dealership. When we got there the smoke was gone and burning smell was less but still there and know there was a slight sound comming from the engine (sounded like a belt barly rubbing on somthing to us). Brian could hear the sound so he said it was probably the belt as we had said but that mechanic was already gone so we would have to wait until the next day for him to check it out. Tuesday Brian calls to tell me that they are reading error codes indicating that fuel injector for cylinder #5 is not working, that they will have to oder parts and that they were also getting some control modual just in case that was bad it would be a day or two getting parts and replaceing them then testing the van.
about 2:00Pm Thursday Brian calls saying parts were in and they were working trying to get it done before they left. About 5:00pm Service Manager call asking if we had been givin a set of keys for the van they couldnt find both sets and that they needed them to reinitialize so they could start the van to test it. I call home to my wife (dont ask me why?) but she did have the set.they sent a driver to our house to pick up the keys and they would finish up Friday morning.
About 11:30AM Brian call me at work the van was going to need a NEW ENGINE (20 miles on it a it blew a piston) He said they had been searching and that there was another van same color and all the same options except 6-CD Changer in GrandRapids MIch. would we be interested in that van, I said OK!. About 2:30PM Brian Calls (apologizing all over himself) The other Dealership had made a mistake that van was not available. But that they had found another van everything the same except this one did not have fog lights in grandville Mich. he also explainded that this van had been setting on the lot(why I dont know)for awhile and that its invoice was from before the mid season price increase so it would cost about $600 less than the original van.
I told him to get it, so he sent a driver right out to get it and that they would have it ready Saturday Morning for us. Saturday we arrive at dealership and they are just finishing up the van.
So to finish this story up we test drove the van everything was great,signed papers,saved $600,got $50 gift certificates to OUTBACK Resturant,Free "Zoom Zoom" decal for back window,wife very happy that means I am happy(you men out there know what I mean).So everything worked out It was just our luck that we had to take the long way around to get there.
Thanks for all you advise
and I hope this story makes your
deals seem a little better.
PS. anyone in Mich please try "Crippen Olds,Gmc,Mazda,Volvo. They were absolutly great through out the whole ordeal.
/J
RJ
There was an ad for the version which comes with a 1.8 Liter... yes 1.8 engine. Cost of shown model was USD 20600, which included $425 for metallic paint and $280 for fog lamps.
Not an owner myself, but thought would be of interest.
Unfortunately for Mazda the dollar got stronger versus the yen, so the hedge didn't work.
Too bad they didn't use the SVT version of the 2.5. That extra extra horsepower would probably have been enough to move it into the power range most people expect now in a family car, and I'd probably be driving one right now - a red one, which I'm told you won't be able to get next year when the 3.0s become available.
Yes you are right, and checked the Mazda UK site and two different models. However the picture in the newspaper ad, was taken at an angle that it did not show the rear end sufficiently enough to make the distinction.
Also, has anyone had the Mazda lamps installed by a non-Mazda garage? If so, where did you take it, how much did it cost, did it go smoothly or was it a hassle? I would like to stick with the Mazda lamps as they look the best, but if anyone has discovered some cool looking after-market lamps that cost less to purchase and install, please let me know. Thanks.
I was going to have the dealer install my fog lamps, but they were quoting me $199 for the job. I'm currently "negotiating" a deal with the service manager, whom I have a good relationship with.
I think any competent shade-tree/DIY-er can do the install, and your independent mechanic can surely handle the task as well.
/J