Table 1 shows five common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1998 Mazda Protege. The number one most common problem is related to the manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the catalytic convertor (two problems).
Exhaust manifold crack in 1998 mazada Protege. Recently there has been a burning smell in the cabin. My mechanic found that it is due to the exhaust manifold crack and told me that it is a common problem for 95-98 Protege. He thought it might be in the bulletin. Read details...
The catalytic converter was replaced back in 09/01. I was told it would be replaced for free! I left paying $66. 11 to replace catalytic converter. I have also had to replace a portion of the ac unit on 05/23/02. One month later approximately 6/25/02 I then heard a loud exhust noise. Read details...
Part warranty 80,000, I live 75 miles from nearest dealer. Dealer quoted 900. 00 to replace part and refused to honor warranty since it was 1,000 miles over by time vehicle was taken to shop. Contacted manufacturer, Mazda America and they entertained idea of fixing under warranty then changed mind Read details...