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by ariesdude
October 2nd, 2005, 11:57 am
Forum: 4-Cyl. Technical/Performance
Topic: Fluctuating idle, bucking and stalling.
Replies: 54
Views: 7090

The coolant temp sensor that i replaced had a connector with two pins i think - anyways F1-162 on the manual shows how to test it -

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by ariesdude
September 30th, 2005, 11:51 am
Forum: 4-Cyl. Technical/Performance
Topic: bad idle/problem maybe fixed
Replies: 7
Views: 260

I just replaced my coolant temp senosr - it is $28 at advance auto parts - here's the link - http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductDetail.aspx?parttype=290&mfrcode=GPS&ptset=A&mfrpartnumber=TSU166 - my engine is a 94 DOHC - but the website says the the sensor would fit SOHC engines as well....
by ariesdude
September 30th, 2005, 11:49 am
Forum: 4-Cyl. Technical/Performance
Topic: Fluctuating idle, bucking and stalling.
Replies: 54
Views: 7090

I just replaced my coolant temp senosr - it is $28 at advance auto parts - here's the link - http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductDetail.aspx?parttype=290&mfrcode=GPS&ptset=A&mfrpartnumber=TSU166 - my engine is a 94 DOHC - but the website says the the sensor would fit SOHC engines as well....
by ariesdude
September 25th, 2005, 11:02 am
Forum: MX-3 Related Items For Sale/Trade
Topic: [WTB] Air Hose for 94 4 cyl 1.6L DOHC
Replies: 4
Views: 236

Hey thanks for the reply. From the pics on your cardomain page it looks like yours is a SOHC - I am not sure if it will fit on my DOHC - Could you get a picture of the hose somehow - so i can try to visually compare it. Also how much are you asking for it (+ shipping to 48103) . Thank you very much....
by ariesdude
September 24th, 2005, 11:45 pm
Forum: Transmissions
Topic: screechy/jerky atx
Replies: 2
Views: 587

transmission fluid looks fine - bright pink/red - I am going to install a trans cooler and get a fluid/filter change soon. Today i noticed that the screeching has gone to almost unnoticeable levels - but other problems remain - any ideas anyone ......
by ariesdude
September 24th, 2005, 11:04 pm
Forum: MX-3 Related Items For Sale/Trade
Topic: [WTB] Air Hose for 94 4 cyl 1.6L DOHC
Replies: 4
Views: 236

[WTB] Air Hose for 94 4 cyl 1.6L DOHC

Anyone have an air hose - the part that goes from the air filter/maf to the throttle body ( it also has 2 other small tubes that go to the IAC and the valve cover). Please contact me if you have one (in good condition - without cracks) for sale. Thanks.
by ariesdude
September 24th, 2005, 5:10 pm
Forum: Electrical & Lighting
Topic: removing rear lights
Replies: 4
Views: 251

Thanks guys - i have replaced the bulb successfully...
by ariesdude
September 23rd, 2005, 9:01 pm
Forum: Electrical & Lighting
Topic: removing rear lights
Replies: 4
Views: 251

removing rear lights

My reverse light bulb is out - can anyone give me some pointers on how to replace that light bulb - i tried to take the rear light cover off - i removed the 2 screws at the top and took of a plastic piece - which revealed another screw close to the trunk lock - i removed that too - but after that i ...
by ariesdude
September 23rd, 2005, 8:34 pm
Forum: Transmissions
Topic: screechy/jerky atx
Replies: 2
Views: 587

screechy/jerky atx

Hi, I have 94 1.6L DOHC atx and recently i noticed a slight screeching noise whenever i shift from P to D or R. Also there is a slight delay in engaging the gear after i move the gear shift lever. When the gear engages it jerks the whole car a bit and sometimes i even hear a slight to moderate clunk...
by ariesdude
September 23rd, 2005, 8:09 pm
Forum: General Mazda MX-3
Topic: Quiet exhaust
Replies: 11
Views: 564

The small oval "muffler" was not a muffler. Its a Catylistic Converter and without it, your car gets louder and wont pass emissions No it's not the catalytic converter - the cat sits almost below the (4 cyl) engine. This one is after the cat and i just learned that it is called a resonato...
by ariesdude
September 23rd, 2005, 5:56 pm
Forum: General Mazda MX-3
Topic: Quiet exhaust
Replies: 11
Views: 564

Hey thanks for the tip. I will try to get one.
by ariesdude
September 23rd, 2005, 5:36 am
Forum: General Mazda MX-3
Topic: Quiet exhaust
Replies: 11
Views: 564

Quiet exhaust

Hi, I have a 94 1.6L DOHC and i recently had to change my muffler and the middle pipe (the one with the small muffler) - the original middle pipe had a oval shaped small muffler but the new middle pipe has a very small round muffler - almost looks like a bump in the pipe. After the replacement my en...
by ariesdude
September 22nd, 2005, 7:14 pm
Forum: General Mazda MX-3
Topic: is it worth it?
Replies: 13
Views: 545

IMO its so worth it - if you have the tools and knowledge and money and if you do it yourself - it gives you so much satisfaction - http://www.mx-3.com/phpbb2/viewtopic.php?t=45065&postdays=0&postorder=asc&&start=30 the thread above has some info about someone who went thru changing ...
by ariesdude
September 22nd, 2005, 7:05 pm
Forum: Appearance FAQ
Topic: FAQ: Adding Power windows and Locks to non-power models.
Replies: 13
Views: 10811

Ok - here are the pics - sorry for the weird angles and poor lighting - it was about to rain - so i had to rush. http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/3114/im0000039et.jpg This is the driver's side door panel - and it shows where i had to cut for the power window switches - i was thinking about having ...
by ariesdude
September 22nd, 2005, 4:49 pm
Forum: Appearance
Topic: Photoshop request!!!
Replies: 5
Views: 331

If you have "all" the pics i will take a stab at it -

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