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having an issue my AC stopped blowing, I hearing the click when I switch it on, but no air is coming out the vents...however today, I started the car with the ac on and it started to work....then I switched it off and it stopped working....cud it be the blower motor? Thanks guys Yep had the same is...

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I have 2004 Mazda 3 and i am hearing a zipping sound when i am accelerating. The sound occurs when the car is in drive or reverse. I had the alternator checked and i was told it was not the alternator. Can you all please point me in the right direction as to what can be the issue. This is a sample ...

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I have 2004 Mazda 3 and i am hearing a zipping sound when i am accelerating. The sound occurs when the car is in drive or reverse. I had the alternator checked and i was told it was not the alternator. Can you all please point me in the right direction as to what can be the issue. This is a sample o...

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Hi guys i need some advice i have been noticing my Mazda 3 2004 first gen oil level has been depleting, every 3000km about quarter on the dip stick. There are no visible leaks, i also inspected the smoke and it isn't white in color. I also notices some sluggish movement and when the gear is changin...

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Hi guys i need some advice i have been noticing my Mazda 3 2004 first gen oil level has been depleting, every 3000km about quarter on the dip stick. There are no visible leaks, i also inspected the smoke and it isn't white in color. I also notices some sluggish movement and when the gear is changing...

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Hey guys i am looking for Mazda 3 2004 pair headlights, radiator panel, bonnet and upper front grille can anyone direct me to somewhere or someone who can get me these parts needed asap Dunno if you from south, but I saw a wreck in La Romaine with mostly side damage, was driving and was not able to...

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Hey guys i am looking for Mazda 3 2004 pair headlights, radiator panel, bonnet and upper front grille can anyone direct me to somewhere or someone who can get me these parts needed asap

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@apachesello Try this number 393-1721 avinash he had some Mazda 3 parts for sale i am not sure if its the Axela model but you can try him. If all is failing try SS lol

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Not sure what area you're from, but on the rare occasion that I had to take my car to someone for repair, I took it to Kenard at Auto Shepherd. He's in the Vulcan compound in Omeara, Arima. Since your problem is linked to your exhaust, he would have the means to troubleshoot it properly because Vul...

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konartis wrote:
tech_darin wrote:Does anyone have a pdf copy of a Mazda 3 2004 workshop manual?

I hve the 2005 book manuel

this should work http://www.mediafire.com/?b5ezxwyd1jbapg6

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How To Fix Broken Engine Mount (Mount No. 3) Stud Screw I was repairing my engine mounts however i accidentally left the torque wrench on the wrong calibration and i broke one of the engine mount stud screw on engine mount no.3 . Under is some pics of what happen. I am not sure if its possible for ...

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Not sure what area you're from, but on the rare occasion that I had to take my car to someone for repair, I took it to Kenard at Auto Shepherd. He's in the Vulcan compound in Omeara, Arima. Since your problem is linked to your exhaust, he would have the means to troubleshoot it properly because Vul...

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P0420 is your cat converter. Its operating below required threshold. Check for leaks. What fuel do you use? I am using Super i cannot use Premium since its way to expensive. I drive for 5 hours a day and my gas bill is really high so for me Super is definitely the more economical option. I did chan...

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xNeXuSx wrote:Yup...

http://www.mediafire.com/?b5ezxwyd1jbapg6

I have been looking through this manual for a CEL code P0420 my car threw however i am not seeing that code i am seeing a P0421. Any suggestions on this ?

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Does anyone have a pdf copy of a Mazda 3 2004 workshop manual?

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xNeXuSx wrote:YouTube. "Mazda 3 motor mounts". There's a video from a guy with an 07.

Hey thanks man.

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Hey guys i have a Mazda 3 2004 i want to change the engine mounts myself. Can some one point me to a guide or video or pics on how i can preform this operation.

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Anyone ever tried using AWR engine mounts? I am thinking about getting them since the roads here badd and i think stiffer bushings would last longer and take more beating. What are your thoughts on the AWR's engine mounts?. I looked at some reviews and most people attest that its worth the money exc...

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Hey guys i noticed that the front dash gets two splits mostly close to the air-condition vent and sensor anyone noticed this ? I saw it on my 3 and a few all over as well. mines have that also...saw it on alot of other mzda3s also same here Mine also had the crack, mazda released a TSB on it and re...

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Hey guys i noticed that the front dash gets two splits mostly close to the air-condition vent and sensor anyone noticed this ? I saw it on my 3 and a few all over as well. mines have that also...saw it on alot of other mzda3s also same here Mine also had the crack, mazda released a TSB on it and re...

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Hey guys i noticed that the front dash gets two splits mostly close to the air-condition vent and sensor anyone noticed this ? I saw it on my 3 and a few all over as well.

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Team Loco wrote:which yr mazda 3?

@Team Loco its a 2004

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Hey guys i am looking for an OEM mazda 3 front and lower grill (besides SS) can some one link me with some info on where i can get it at a good price.

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@rainman thanks for the info i have some readline left over from my tranny change will be using that

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@Rainman is that transmission fluid or that's mobile 1's version of power steering fluid? If so how safe is it to use transmission fluid instead of power steering fluid?

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Hey guys thinking about also changing my power steering fluid and my coolant i know the 3's work with FL22 long life coolant can someone tell me the best brands to use for both power steering fluid and coolant.

I am thinking about getting this done this weekend

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Hey guys did a scan today on my 3 error code p0123 trottle position sensor.
The car is driving lazy burning more gas. Anyone ever had
This problem? Anyone knows the cost for a Trottle Position Sensor.

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@rainman would also like to know if i have to test the sensor harness what would i need to test that and what would i be looking for, would i just need to check if there is electricity in it or will i need to check for voltages on the pins? if you installed an OE replacement O2 sensor you have to m...

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@rainman would also like to know if i have to test the sensor harness what would i need to test that and what would i be looking for, would i just need to check if there is electricity in it or will i need to check for voltages on the pins?

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@rainman I did replace the O2 sensor on bank 1 as the cel threw. I got an DENSO o2 sensor but not from SS. Would i need to probably inspect the heat sensor since i did this replacement and it didn't work? I am getting a ODB11 scan tool soon so i would run some test on the o2 sensors to see what happ...