Canadian update for the 2002 clutch chatter problem!

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June-26th-2003, 03:39 PM

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Snype451

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Originally posted by ESsedan01
I've read a lot of postings on this topic even on other message boards. Just wondering if Mazda recognizes this as a problem enought to post a recall?
Otherwise how bad does you clutch need to be to have the dealer cover this repair under warranty? In my case mine is very intermittent, so what are the chances when I take it to the dealer that this will be evident?

Right now it's not a big enough concern or problem to worry about. However I do want to get this corrected before my warranty runs out.

I went into my dealer and said, do you know of any reason my car would do this. They mentioned the TSB and ordered up a clutch (and some bushings for my clunk)

June-26th-2003, 07:44 PM

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bizsnatch

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i've had the car for a year and the intermittent clutch issue since day 1 - i now find that more and more often i grind while shifting and i know its not my fault! get it fixed now

June-28th-2003, 11:22 PM

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2.0GT

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clutch chatter

make it 3 in Edmonton. I've experienced this in my car over the last week. So far, I only notice it in first gear. I'll keep info posted about warranty fixes.

June-30th-2003, 01:13 PM

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damaster

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Re: Canadian update for the 2002 clutch chatter problem!

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Originally posted by bizsnatch
I called my dealership (Kramer Mazda in Calgary, AB) today and booked my 25,000 checkup (oil change and whatever else they cahrge $175 for) and mentioned to them that I am STILL having cold weather intermittent clutch chatter and am dissapointed that nothing has been done.

First and foremost, what does the dealer do exactly at 25,000 kms for $175? I do my own oil changes on the car and never go to the dealer for service. Should I go for this checkup?

Secondly, I'm not sure I understand what the clutch chatter is but I don't have any problems with my clutch so I guess I shouldn't be worried at the moment.

Thanks

August-12th-2003, 10:15 AM

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bayner

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Where to find Technical Service Bulletin

Can someone provide the link for the TSB. I have tried to find it but cannot find it. All the posts say to go to FAQ. Problem is there is both Forum FAQ and Protege FAQ.

I know I will need it when I go to the dealership. They are not exactly up to date with TSB's at my dealership.

August-12th-2003, 10:47 AM

#21

skyhawk174

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Several of us from our Edmonton Protege Club have already got this work done. I know of at least 4 of us who experienced this problem and got the clutch and flywheel changed. The big culprit look like the flywheel. Mazda it seems subs that out (as per norm I guess) and the supplier used some inferior material. Mine was changed this year and now everything is good.

August-16th-2003, 09:38 PM

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paulf

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Kramer should fix it N/C

I had mine clutch replaced by Sunridge...no problem. Kramer should be doing the same for you Repair bill: Zip Zero Nada

August-18th-2003, 11:45 AM

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Apotheos

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Surprised to see so many Albertans in here.

We're in Lethbridge, buying a 03P5 this week. I'm a bit nervous about the dealership (just changed owners, too), and have pondered purchasing the car in Calgary or Edmonton.

Anyone with thoughts on that idea?

August-18th-2003, 01:08 PM

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Snype451

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Originally posted by Apotheos
Surprised to see so many Albertans in here.

We're in Lethbridge, buying a 03P5 this week. I'm a bit nervous about the dealership (just changed owners, too), and have pondered purchasing the car in Calgary or Edmonton.

Anyone with thoughts on that idea?

I would say a lot comes down to the dealer. After you buy the vehicle are they going to stand by you with service? (prompt, efficient, competent)

If there any reason you would pick a dealer from a non local place over a dealer in Lethbridge?

Brian

August-19th-2003, 07:31 PM

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booboo pro 5

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for the lady who had the problem with the idle, going up & down even after car is warm.....02/pro 5's are getting a name for the I.A.C valves going kaput...(air idle control )....get it checked

August-21st-2003, 01:11 PM

#26

ProtoJ

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As for the TSB for cold weather chatter go to this link:
http://web2.airmail.net/theman/protegefaq/

For the rough idle:
It seems that many of us have the same problem. I noticed in one of the other threads that they had the PCV valve changed and that helped the rough idle. My car will almost stall if I am sitting at a stoplight due to the rough idle. I plan on changing the PCV as soon as I get time.