#YEARS FOR MAZDA PROTEGE HATCHBACK DRIVER#
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Model codes B codes (for compact front-wheel drive cars) The next digit of the VIN specified the engine: The following pre-1981 model groups are known:

The model families were given two characters, and the model a third, based on their names.

#YEARS FOR MAZDA PROTEGE HATCHBACK CODE#

Prior to 1981, Mazda used a different VIN format and model code naming scheme. Instead of the model code letter, position four in the VIN specifies the vehicle's safety systems, and position five specifies the marque, due to being built in a multi-brand facility. Note: The US-built Mazda6 and Tribute do not use the Mazda model code in the VIN in its place is an AutoAlliance code. Mazda generally starts car model codes at the letter 'A', but van and truck variants often get different names, usually starting at 'V'. The 2016 and newer MX-5s are designated ND. For example, the Mazda N family used by the Mazda Miata started at NA and was updated in 1998 to NB and in 2006 to NC. The first character is a letter representing the model family, while the second is a sequential letter for subsequent models. The company's model codes form the fifth and sixth characters of the VIN on post-1981 vehicles. This list of Mazda model codes describes following model codes which have been used by Mazda since the 1980s.

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Unsourced material may be challenged and removed.įind sources: 'List of Mazda model codes' – news Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. the acids eat away at the metal it is supposed to protect and is environmentally hazardous.This article needs additional citations for verification. That's why they stopped (for the most part) spraying used oil as an undercoating on cars. (the oil filter doesn't catch everything)ĮDIT. (and is probably even less total cost).įrequent oil changes reduce sludge buildup and even help wash it away. I believe cheap oil changed every 3k miles is way better than expensive synthetic oil changed every 7.5k miles. It's the used oil that is dangerous and can cause cancer with long term exposure. we are limited to 4 gallons because it is considered toxic waste and special permits (hazmat) are required to transport more than that. Here in Canada, I can completely fill my car with new oil. One thing people don't seem to consider with engine oil is the corrosive acids that are created and stored in the oil. In general this car served us well and it seems like it should have many more years of reliable service (once I get the Timing belt done and change the shocks). The infamous rust over the front wheel strut tower seems limited to the metal ring so far (no corrosion on the paint/surrounding area).

#YEARS FOR MAZDA PROTEGE HATCHBACK DRIVER#

So far, I have a small rust spot on the driver side rear wheel well (which I will be fixing soon). I'm thinking about putting tints on it and painting wheels black + putting in the 12' sub + amp. I change oil myself every 5k and did Transmission fluid change about a year ago. Other item was minimal, Intake Boot.that's about it. I'm pretty sure radiator was at that age anyways. Other minor issue was I let the belts go too long (had them but didn't put them on) and they broke.car started to overheat but turned it off in time etc.too much pressure for radiator/popped a hole.so I ended up replacing that (self inflicted pain). I also have to replace front shocks as the car is becoming VERY bouncy and rough on the bumps (no biggie, maintenance item at this age/mileage). I just got new Tires for her and I'm about to do Timing Belt/Waterpump etc change. Just wanted to get an idea how much more life this car has in it and other people's experiences. It's been reliable and we are very happy with it. Our 2001 Protege LX 2.0 has 76k miles and has served us extremely well.

Years for mazda protege hatchback