- #2003 MAZDA PROTEGE LX SENSOR ABOVE OIL FILTER HOW TO#
- #2003 MAZDA PROTEGE LX SENSOR ABOVE OIL FILTER DRIVERS#
- #2003 MAZDA PROTEGE LX SENSOR ABOVE OIL FILTER DRIVER#
This video shows the location of the oil drain plug, oil filter, oil fill cap and dipstick in addition to the steps needed to change the oil and filter in your Protege. The owners manual will indicate if your 2000 Protege takes 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-20, 5W-30 or 10W-30.
#2003 MAZDA PROTEGE LX SENSOR ABOVE OIL FILTER DRIVERS#
Conventional oil works well for drivers who change their oil regularly and if it is approved for your Protege. Synthetic oil will not break down over time and tends to have longer change intervals, so if you want to have more time between oil changes, then synthetic oil is a good choice. The synthetic oil vs conventional oil debate has many proponents on both sides. Many vehicles will require the use of 100% synthetic oil, others allow synthetic blend, which is a mix of synthetic and conventional oil, and conventional oil too. What type of oil is required in a Protege? You can use synthetic oil in any modern vehicle.
#2003 MAZDA PROTEGE LX SENSOR ABOVE OIL FILTER HOW TO#
the acids eat away at the metal it is supposed to protect and is environmentally hazardous.Learn how to change the oil and oil filter in your 2000 Mazda Protege with this free video. That's why they stopped (for the most part) spraying used oil as an undercoating on cars. (the oil filter doesn't catch everything)ĮDIT. (and is probably even less total cost).įrequent oil changes reduce sludge buildup and even help wash it away. I believe cheap oil changed every 3k miles is way better than expensive synthetic oil changed every 7.5k miles. It's the used oil that is dangerous and can cause cancer with long term exposure. we are limited to 4 gallons because it is considered toxic waste and special permits (hazmat) are required to transport more than that. Here in Canada, I can completely fill my car with new oil. One thing people don't seem to consider with engine oil is the corrosive acids that are created and stored in the oil. In general this car served us well and it seems like it should have many more years of reliable service (once I get the Timing belt done and change the shocks). The infamous rust over the front wheel strut tower seems limited to the metal ring so far (no corrosion on the paint/surrounding area).
#2003 MAZDA PROTEGE LX SENSOR ABOVE OIL FILTER DRIVER#
So far, I have a small rust spot on the driver side rear wheel well (which I will be fixing soon). I'm thinking about putting tints on it and painting wheels black + putting in the 12" sub + amp. I change oil myself every 5k and did Transmission fluid change about a year ago. Other item was minimal, Intake Boot.that's about it. I'm pretty sure radiator was at that age anyways. Other minor issue was I let the belts go too long (had them but didn't put them on) and they broke.car started to overheat but turned it off in time etc.too much pressure for radiator/popped a hole.so I ended up replacing that (self inflicted pain). I also have to replace front shocks as the car is becoming VERY bouncy and rough on the bumps (no biggie, maintenance item at this age/mileage). I just got new Tires for her and I'm about to do Timing Belt/Waterpump etc change. Just wanted to get an idea how much more life this car has in it and other people's experiences. It's been reliable and we are very happy with it. Our 2001 Protege LX 2.0 has 76k miles and has served us extremely well.
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