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Replying to: jipster (May 01, 2009 7:46 am) We have the 3.0 v6. Here is a list of things that have been repaired the last 7 years. 1. IAC valve - replaced part of TSB recall 2005 2. IAC valve - replaced again in 12/2008 after CEL came on. 3. Mass Air Flow sensor - cleaned in 5/2008 after CEL came on 4. Mass Air Flow sensor - replaced in 10/2008 after CEL came on Other than that - there's been no problems. BTW - the hardest part is diagnosing these things ---- some mechanics just make guesses ... others are more knowledgeable than others. I used an independent mechanic for items 2 -4. I had to 'help' them understand the problem by giving a detailed history and telling them what I have heard from this board. True enough ---- I was right! He initially wanted to replace either the O2 sensors or the coils. Right now - my MPV is in the shop ---- the fan is not working causing the engine to overheat. But after 124K miles --- and a cross country trip thru 100+ degree weather and wintry blizzards - it is difficult to complain. I do change my oil every 6-8K and use synthetic or semi-synthetic. |
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Replying to: linda424 (Jun 10, 2009 9:24 am) My past engine codes have been PO171 and PO173. I've had a few more ... but previous experience has been the following: 1. IAC or EGR valve 2. Mass Air Flow sensor The EGR valve leak produces very rough idling - if not jerky driving. The Mass Air Flow Sensor problem (usually either very dirty or worn out) - results in poor acceleration and low HP especially from 3rd gear to 4th and 5th and poor mileage. Most mechanics will blame the O2 sensor or any of the coils. They can charge a lot for the labor for these ... so be aware. Read the codes... read the codes ... and research them carefully ... some mechanics are just as naive about these codes as any layperson --- yes, even the newbie mechanics at the dealerships!
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Replying to: aa0526 (Jun 29, 2009 7:12 pm) My two fans are not working ... something due to the wiring. If the two fans are connected directly - they run perfectly fine. The fuses are OK. I will bring the van to an electrical shop. I had them check the brakes ... after 124K, the brakes are still at 50% !!! |
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Replying to: jipster (May 01, 2009 7:46 am)
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Replying to: rgb2 (Jul 21, 2009 6:24 pm) |
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Replying to: rgb2 (Jul 21, 2009 6:24 pm) I have 124K miles on my 2003 - I am the original owner and have gone thru all the fixes thru the years. I do change oil every 3K miles too. |
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Replying to: rgb2 (Jul 21, 2009 6:24 pm) Take Care |
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Tonight, after returning home and parking the car in the garage, when I turned off my engine, I could not remove the key from the steering column. I can't get the key to rotate all the way back to the off position (it stays on the accessory position). Has anyone ever had this happen before?? Thanks, Michael
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Oops, forgot to say I have a 2002 Mazda MPV.
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Replying to: mcadrecha (Jul 30, 2009 8:52 pm) Other issue for me - I keep having the CHECK ENGINE LIGHT come on and have had it cleared about 10 times - no kidding. The message comes up that my 2nd Bank has a Catalytic problem?? Replace converter? Ugh! Runs fine and no change on mileage for gas. I'm just leaving it for now. They said it would just keep running fine but I would not pass emissions testing if we did that again. Anyone ever have THAT issue with these lovely beasts?!? 
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