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It is always happens, no difference. I have been accurate with maintenance schedules, and watch for proper oil level too.
Dinabor
http://www.lubegard.com
Excellent product.
If the problem is minor, it will be taken care of.
It is always happens, no difference. I have been accurate with maintenance schedules, and watch for proper oil level too.
Dinabor
Have you used it before?
I checked this web site. Not sure, I fully understand posted there instructions
"Directions For Use:
For normal applications, add 1 ounce per quart of ATF to the total transmission capacity ..."
What is the procedure? Just figure how many "quarts" is the capacity of the transmission box in my Protege, and measure number of "ounces" per that, and pour that amount to the transmission's fluid receptacle?
Is there any extra tricks here? Sorry, I might sound dumb, I have never done this stuff before. Thank you.
I think you basically summed it up. Just don't add too much.
Shifts better than brand new. That is all i can say.
Transmission started to act up on the way home, Drove car on interstate today, having same problems before new transmission, erratic shifting, overdrive light flashing and check engine light on. Taking back tommorrow
Does anyone out there have any ideas on the problem. I really like this car, but I'm starting to think, whether I should keep it or try to get rid of it.
I purchased the car 8-01. Do I have any legal leg to stand on re: lemon laws?
good luck
Lemon law in Ky 12k miles or 12months whichever comes first. I have 14k miles/8months on my ES.
I poured some 6 oz (was limited by higher mark on oil dipstick) of Lubeguard to the transm. box. It is been really, really better. (Knocking on the wood).
I am thinking now to add the Lubeguard medicine for engine too. Just in case...
Thank you, folks.
dinabor
Keep zooming......
Keep plenty of distilled water/coolant on hand. For ease of use, you might want to pre-mix it and keep it in your trunk.
If it's a big leak, then those quick-fix solutions won't be much help. They're primarily for small pin-hole type leaks. They gunk up your radiator anyway, so they're a temporary solution at best.
Since it's a '94, you can probably go after-market. Mazda may no longer make the stock unit, but feel free to check. All it takes is a phone call. Just make sure that you can get stop-cocks (the drain plug) for it easily. These seem to be made from plastic and they break easily.
I am inclined towards giving the radiator quick fix solutions a shot.
During pre-buy test drive, did not notice excessive wind noise.
Going home, wind was blowing 20 - 25 mph. When I got to 70 mph and driving into the wind, a loud wind noise like a high note on a flute or blowing across a coke bottle started happening. This was not the normal rush of wind that is present going 70. Did not notice at 60 to 65. Since the wind blows like that half the time here, that's going to be hard to live with.
Can't really isolate the area. Seems to be the upper windshield. Lesser possiblity to be the moon roof. All the moulding looks intact and the moonroof closes properly.
It's one of those noises that's real hard to determine the source - kinda like trying locate the source of a cricket by the sound - so it could be coming from anywhere. Passenger in right, front seat couldn't tell where the source was any better than I could.
Of course I'm going back to the dealer, but would like some ideas before I go.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Mark
Kicks in at about 58 mph (sometimes lower, depending on wind speed), and doesn't seem to go away above that...even at speeds up to 80 mph.
Again, this is a replacement windshield...not sure how that factors in. Would be interested to hear from other 2000 owners before I pursue it with the dealer.
However, it does not sound like an open window. That kind of noise is either a hole (or gap) or the weatherstripping sticks out more.
The noise on my '99 emanates somewhere from the top middle of the windshield. It's noticeable, but not loud. I thought Mazda redesigned the weatherstripping to address this. Maybe they just shifted the resonance range.
There's probably individual variation in the vehicles and owners, as well. Some vehicles will have more or less of this noise, some owners will be more or less likely to notice it. I only notice this noise when I don't have my stereo on and nobody's talking. With the stereo on, I can't hear it.
Every vehicle (except maybe some of those ultra-slick solar-powered race cars) makes some type of resonance noise at some air speed due to protruberances such as antennas and side mirrors or even where the sheet metal panels meet). It depends on how noticeable it is (roar, whistle etc.) and what sound-proofing steps the mfr has taken (thicker glass, more sound-absorbing materials in the roof and door panels etc.).
Wind whistling cannot be classified as Resonance.
It is more of like wind blowing past a weatherstip which has some irregularity to it...just like whistling with ur fingers
I have a 99 ES and wind whistling is not observed till 85mph(max I have gone).
In fact at 60-65, the wind flow is very clean without even any buffetting, let alone whistling.
In crosswinds of 20-25mph, I get lot of wind buffetting noise....who doesn't... alongwith car bieng pushed out of line
I got the car back to the dealer today. After a short wait, a body shop guy met me outside to go for a test drive. I emphasized that the whistle only occurs at 70 mph or above. He had a problem taking it up to 70 because the EPA in it's wisdom forced all of the Houston Metroplex to a 55 mph speed limit. (I live outside the area mandated by the EPA speed limit and can drive 70 at the home area). He said he could lose his job if he got a ticket. We got the service manager. He said he'd drive and we all three went whistling down the highway at 70. (More than half are ignoring the 55 limit, BTW).
They determined the noise to be a bad windshield seal. The service manager peeled it back and showed me how loose it was. I left it with them and will get it tomorrow with a new seal.
As I said before the whistle is like blowing across a coke bottle. Just a guess to the pitch but it's close to what I'd call a middle C.
I'll post the results of the new seal.
Thanks to all.
Mark
:-)
--Dale
As a side note, this little episode really made me realize I made the right decision in choosing a Mazda. The loaner car was a Pontiac Sunfire, and (no offense to America or Pontiac fans), but the Sunfire seems to be a really cheap car. Made my trip home seem like I was in a $40,000 car instead of the $13,600 I paid for it new.
People were great at the dealership. I thought they should have cleaned the windshield for me, though. Of course the glue and tape were cleaned up, but it was covered with dust from being outside.
When driving around town when I come to a stop, the Auto tranny falls into the first gear with a "clunk" that can be felt and heard. It's not decreased or increased since I first heard/felt it.
Any ideas Matlb?
my car is a '99 Pro ES with Auto Tranny.
which year?
'02 LX and less than 3k miles.
So, the question is, does any of this seem consistent with the air sensor, and if not what might I advise my clueless dealer to look for?
Shudder, shudder, clunk, clunk, whistle, whistle
zoom, zoom, zoom.
by jkobty
They will give up, lol! ;-)))