HELP!! CaR DiEiNg OuT At 35 mPh
February-23rd-2006, 02:03 PM
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HELP!! CaR DiEiNg OuT At 35 mPh
i am going to purchase a 2003 mazdaspeed protege. i was taking a test drive two days ago and we were going 35 MPH in third gear... then the check engine light blinked twice and the car just died.. i think its the alternator but im not to sure. has anyone else had this problem? i am a previous owner of a mazdaspeed owner in yellow mica and i had no problems like this one .. just though i would add.
February-23rd-2006, 02:13 PM
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dude, I told you on 9thgen what to do.... pull the engine codes and have it inspected by a professional.
also, I read in that thread where you said you weren't going to buy the car anyway.
also, I read in that thread where you said you weren't going to buy the car anyway.
February-23rd-2006, 02:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Roddimus Prime
dude, I told you on 9thgen what to do.... pull the engine codes and have it inspected by a professional.
also, I read in that thread where you said you weren't going to buy the car anyway.
also, I read in that thread where you said you weren't going to buy the car anyway.
February-23rd-2006, 10:26 PM
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Since it popped up while I was on this page, I'll ask about it here. What's this bullshit popup banner ad about my Microsoft Outlook needing an upgrade? Hidden behind Macromedia Flash, it's generated by a website called "ads.dropspam.com." That's got a real trustworthy sound doesn't it! Adware or malware, I hope none of our good member friends are gullible enough to take the bait. I know clickthrough banners make a little cash, but damn. I think I'll stick with Microsoft for my updates.
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February-24th-2006, 06:27 AM
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Back to the original thread (now in progress)...
NO. The dealership has already pulled the code and KNOWS what it is. Beware.
I would walk away from this one...
Go to the for sale section of the boards and at least you can learn a bit more about the history of the ride you might buy. Look for mods and to see if the owner posted regularly in the racing section! "I reved to redline and then dumped the clutch!" -or- "Nah, the car launches well in a rolling start at 2K rpms!"
NO. The dealership has already pulled the code and KNOWS what it is. Beware.
I would walk away from this one...
Go to the for sale section of the boards and at least you can learn a bit more about the history of the ride you might buy. Look for mods and to see if the owner posted regularly in the racing section! "I reved to redline and then dumped the clutch!" -or- "Nah, the car launches well in a rolling start at 2K rpms!"
February-24th-2006, 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Rusty
Since it popped up while I was on this page, I'll ask about it here. What's this bullshit popup banner ad about my Microsoft Outlook needing an upgrade? Hidden behind Macromedia Flash, it's generated by a website called "ads.dropspam.com." That's got a real trustworthy sound doesn't it! Adware or malware, I hope none of our good member friends are gullible enough to take the bait. I know clickthrough banners make a little cash, but damn. I think I'll stick with Microsoft for my updates.
My first threadjack too.
My first threadjack too.
odd, my "norton antivirus" picks up whenever that ad appears, says a virus is trying to get in...
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February-24th-2006, 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by wholikerace
i am going to purchase a 2003 mazdaspeed protege. i was taking a test drive two days ago and we were going 35 MPH in third gear... then the check engine light blinked twice and the car just died.. i think its the alternator but im not to sure. has anyone else had this problem? i am a previous owner of a mazdaspeed owner in yellow mica and i had no problems like this one .. just though i would add.
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