Table 1 shows ten common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2001 Mazda Protege. The number one most common problem is related to the catalytic convertor (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine cooling system (one problem).
The contact stated that one hour after he purchased the vehicle the check engine light came on. He had it checked by a mechanic, and it was determined that catalytic converter failed. It was fixed because it was under warranty. The egr valve needed to be fixed. Read details...
I heard a strange sound every time I started to accelerate which I first thought to be the car in the next lane. I drove one more block and turned the corner, but the steering was locking and I had great difficulty turning. Read details...
A loud ticking noise can be heard coming from underneath the hood. Consumer feels source of the problem is automatic transmission because gears can be heard changing while driving and vehicle stalls on an intermittent basis. Dealer has yet to be contacted. Read details...