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#1125 of 1131 Re: 2000 Protege stalls [testdummy] by downtube Jul 27, 2009 (7:35 pm)
Replying to: testdummy (Jul 27, 2009 10:30 am) Not sure what you mean by "will not crank"...   When you turn the key to Start, does the starter turn the engine, or not? If you suspect a fuel problem, that sounds like the starter is turning the engine (what most people consider "cranking").   Assuming it "cranks" but will not fire, cam position sensor is a good possibility since the code was there. The shop manual says to remove the sensor and inspect it for metal shavings, and remove any shavings found. Beyond that, further diagnostics take specialized tools. You could also inspect the cable coming from the sensor, looking for places where the insulation are worn through.   If you aren't willing to take it to a shop for diagnostic on the sensor, you're pretty much stuck with replacing it as a test. Unless you have a friend with the same car, that's going to cost some money. Replies to this message: testdummy (Jul 28, 2009 9:01 am) downtube (Jul 28, 2009 9:19 pm) testdummy (Jul 30, 2009 11:33 am)
#1126 of 1131 Re: 2000 Protege stalls [downtube] by testdummy Jul 28, 2009 (9:01 am)
Replying to: downtube (Jul 27, 2009 7:35 pm) Thanks for the reply, what I mean by, "tries to crank" is that the engine turns over but will not start (just as you guessed). How hard will it be for a novice to replace the camshaft sensor? Where is it located? I'm assumming it should be somewhere near the valve covers.    I have more time than money.   Thanks again for your reply. Replies to this message: downtube (Jul 28, 2009 9:19 pm) testdummy (Jul 30, 2009 11:33 am)
#1127 of 1131 Re: 2000 Protege stalls [testdummy] by downtube Jul 28, 2009 (9:19 pm)
Replying to: testdummy (Jul 28, 2009 9:01 am) The camshaft position sensor should be right beside the oil filler cap on the valve cover. Removal/installation is fairly simple.   1. Disconnect the negative battery post 2. Disconnect the harness from the sensor ** 3. Remove the sensor bolt 4. Remove the sensor   Installation is the reverse. Torque spec for the bolt is 70 inch-pounds. It's an aluminum head, so don't over-torque or you'll strip the threads!   ** There will be a tab on the connector you depress with a finger allow the harness to unplug to the sensor. Or there might be one on each side. If you buy a new sensor first, study it to see how this mechanism works. You don't want to break the harness.   Good luck. Replies to this message: testdummy (Jul 30, 2009 11:33 am)
#1128 of 1131 Re: 2000 Protege stalls [downtube] by testdummy Jul 30, 2009 (11:33 am)
Replying to: downtube (Jul 28, 2009 9:19 pm) Thanks a million!
#1129 of 1131 After market cruise control by testdummy Sep 08, 2009 (9:32 am)
I have a 2000 Mazda Protege with a 1.6L engine/ 5 speed manual transmission. It does not have a cruise control and I'm looking for an aftermarket cruise control kit. Any and all suggestions of where to get one will be greatly appreciated. I called Advanced Auto Parts and they do not sell the kits.   Thanks in advance. Replies to this message: moparbad (Sep 08, 2009 1:32 pm)
#1130 of 1131 Re: After market cruise control [testdummy] by moparbad Sep 08, 2009 (1:32 pm)
Replying to: testdummy (Sep 08, 2009 9:32 am) http://www.thecruisecontrolstore.com/ez-catalog/X380183/0021/protege9604cruise">   here is direct link to Rostra cruise control where you can look up application and install manual.
#1131 of 1131 battery light flashes head lights out by cusie Dec 05, 2009 (4:19 am)
Just had new tires put on and oil change done.They said replaced light bulb in rear tail light.Now car started to run like crap.No power battery light comes on and off headlights out and low on engine power.

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