Whiskey

My 2007 did the same thing....no signs ....always on top of maintenance...pissed

Whiskey

My 2007 just calfed...135 thow...Choked

goodforyou

Hi, if there are so many mazda engines with engine problem one would have thought the engineers at mazda would have installed a low oil alert switch so it cuts out the engine with low oil in the sump, holden v6 motors have them and even briggs and stratton small engines have them, so if the motor is low on oil it can't be started, so by installing such a switch wouldnt it solve those customer complaints, also if the proper servicing is not done at the correct intervals plus not using the correct oil for the engine and changing the oil filter will in the end cause the bearings to spin, thus causing the ultimate rod throw out the block scenerio, thanks

TheUniqueSnowflake

My 05 SP23 also blew without warning...twice....in the past six months. I did regular services, oil changes every 3,000 miles all that. First time it seemed to be a problem with the oil not feeding into the engine. The second one was a failure in the oil pressure sensor, it failed and shot all the oil all over everywhere while on the freeway....The first time it went it made a clicking sound above about 3k rpm, that sounded very similar to the valve system going bad, but it definately wasn't, the second time was without warning about 500 miles after an oil change... So hopefully that helps anyone else figure it out before its too late?

Ktigerj

Mine blew a couple days back. It's at Mazda of Frederick MD right now. I bought it second hand at ford dealership and got an extended warranty on it. Hopefully they honor it. Car has 96k on it. I did all the oil changes at 3k with synthetic oil. Supposed to know something tomorrow on it.

Ktigerj

So Ford ESP is saying that the oil filter was installed incorrectly and they are not going to "participate" in the repair. So very pi$$ed.

bigbrovar

Just got a mazda 3 2005 2.3L automatic. I had a mechanic inspect the car before getting it. Is there anything I can do to prevent this problem that has been listed here? I read somewhere that the problem is more common with 2.3 with manual transmission. I really did put alot of money into getting this car (my first car) and would be really sad if the engine where to blow due to the problem listed here? Is there hope for me? or is it best to sell the car (just got it never even registered it for us)

Ktigerj

I would say there is hope. Just don't use a Fram oil filter and check it frequently. Fram told me that they dont have a product for my engine but in all the catalogs they do. The 3's seem burn oil faster than most prolly do to the Ford design. Buy Mazda filters if you can, they are more expensive but you'll have less risk with them

bigbrovar

Thanks so much bro. I will pass this across to my mechanic. I am about to do a thorough service work on the car.

I heard the problem is more common with manual than auto and also that using a synthetic oil like mobile 1 does help. is this though?

Ktigerj

There was talk awhile ago about not wanting to switch from Dino to Synthetic since the valve train and such was already hardened by conventional oils. I haven't found that one the case but have only used synthetic in my cars. I would say use something like Mobil 1 and just ensure your oil burn rate doesn't accelerate. For me the biggest thing was the Fram oil filter. I cannot stress enough how I will never use another one of their products. It's sad too because I had heard that years ago and just always believed they were a fine company. Good luck with yours.

acrossthewirev

Oh no. I just bought a 2004 Mazda 3GT 2.3 and i have to replace 3-4 litres every 2 days. The Kms are very high. Im from Vancouver BC Canada. Im gonna keep filling it with oil cause thats all i can afford to do at the moment. I Saved for a Year to afford this. Taking the bus everywhere and borrowing my moms car when i could. Im a sad sad camper that doesn't know what to do.

djs2571

if it is using that much, you can also try some of the slick 50 / prolong / lucas / bardhal / polytron sort of additives that claim to protect the engine even with no oil.

Search Polytron vs. Other Brands + No Oil Driving Test - that seemed impressive for a video test.

At this point it can't hurt to add just about anything

alkstar

Hello,
I ran through a deep water puddle and broke two center pistons and connecting rods.

I have a 2006 Mazda 3 S 2.3L 2260CC l4 GAS DOHC Engine. The dealers don't sell pistons or rods, have to buy the long block.

I did my research seems like Wiseco pistons and Eagle rod might work but the cost is almost $1000 for just the parts. Has anyone used their parts and did your engine work again?

Wondering if anyone still have their old pistons that I can use for my car?

Thanks,
Alok
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07mazzy

I am now a sad member of the blown engine club. Yesterday leaving for work a sudden bang followed by terrible engine noise, knocking, then smoke coming from under the hood. Oil had sprayed everywhere. So far a mechanic has said "the back of your engine has a hole in it". I'm towing it to a second place for another opinion and quote on a used engine. The dealer was no help other than trying desperately to get me into a NEW car. I have had zero problems with this car. No hints of any engine trouble whatsoever. I am still in shock! Only 63,000 miles on it. I've done pretty regular oil changes and maintenance. But this thing has needed nothing so far other than tires.

igozoom

I bought my 2006 Mazda3 s 5-door (5-speed manual) new in December 2005. In May 2008, with 800 miles left on the 50k warranty, I started it one evening to head home from the office and that was it! The oil had been changed every 6000-7000 miles (once I went 7200 miles) but the manual only specified every 7500 miles, so I was in compliance. I checked the oil at least once every other fill-up (once ever 750 miles or so). It never used more than a half-quart between oil change intervals.

It took several days and a few very firm conversations with various members of dealership management as well a regional director from Mazda N.A. But they replaced the engine under warranty and put me in a loaner for the three weeks that it took order the new engine and install it!

I started using Royal Purple Synthetic Oil and changing the oil every 5000 miles after the engine replacement. I've only put 47k miles on the new engine (96k on the car) and it runs perfectly, but I also check the oil level every 200 miles or so. I still don't fully trust it...