Category:
Compact Sedan/Hatchback
Target Demographic:
Young professionals, small families, budget-conscious buyers
Key Rivals:
Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sentra, Ford Focus
Vehicle Strengths:
Reliability, fuel efficiency, agile handling (especially with sport trims), affordable maintenance
Manual Value Proposition:
Provides in-depth technical information essential for maintaining and repairing the Mazda Protege, empowering owners and technicians with the knowledge to keep the vehicle in optimal condition.
Powertrain:
Engine, Fuel System, Ignition System, Exhaust System, Drivetrain, Transmission
Chassis:
Suspension (Front & Rear), Steering System, Brake System (ABS included if equipped)
Electrical:
Starting System, Charging System, Lighting System, Instruments & Gauges, Wiper/Washer System, Horn, Audio System, Power Windows/Locks, Airbag System, Engine Control Module (ECM)
Body And Frame:
Body Construction, Exterior Trim, Interior Trim, Seats, Glass, Doors, Hood, Trunk Lid
HVAC:
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System
Maintenance:
Scheduled Maintenance (oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks), Tune-ups, Inspections
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting Guides, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), Wiring Diagrams, Component Testing
Repair:
Component Removal and Installation, Engine Overhaul, Transmission Service, Brake Service, Suspension Repair, Electrical Component Repair, Body Panel Repair
Specifications:
Torque Specifications, Clearances, Fluid Capacities, Electrical Specifications
Special Tools:
Identification of required Mazda-specific or specialized tools for various procedures
Depth:
Comprehensive (covering routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, electrical system diagnostics and repair)
Diagnostic Tools:
Detailed guidance on using diagnostic tools and interpreting scan data
Wiring Diagrams:
Full electrical schematic diagrams for all major systems
Engine Type:
2.0L DOHC 16-valve Inline-4
Displacement:
1991 cc (121.5 cu in)
Bore X Stroke:
83.1 mm x 92.0 mm (3.27 in x 3.62 in)
Horsepower:
120 hp @ 5300 rpm (approx.)
Torque:
127 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (approx.)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) - MPI (Multi-Point Injection)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline (87 octane recommended)
Valvetrain:
Dual Overhead Camshafts (DOHC), 4 valves per cylinder
Timing Drive:
Timing Belt
Transmission Type Std:
5-speed Manual Transmission
Transmission Type Opt:
4-speed Automatic Transmission
Transmission Fluid Type Manual:
API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil
Transmission Fluid Type Automatic:
Mazda ATF-MV or Mercon V compatible
Clutch Type:
Hydraulic Dry Single Plate Clutch
NHTSA Driver Front Impact:
4 Stars (for 2000 model year, specific testing varies)
NHTSA Passenger Front Impact:
4 Stars (for 2000 model year, specific testing varies)
IIHS Frontal Offset:
Acceptable (for 2000 model year, specific testing varies)
ABS:
Available (Anti-lock Braking System)
Traction Control:
Not Available
Airbags:
Driver and Front Passenger Airbags standard
Seatbelts:
3-point front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters, 3-point rear seatbelts
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) not standard, but some models may have tether anchor points
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first
Engine Oil Filter Replacement:
At every oil change
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles or 12 months
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 60,000 miles (Platinum or Iridium type)
Timing Belt Replacement:
Every 60,000 miles or 4 years (critical replacement interval)
Engine Oil Type:
API SJ or higher, SAE 5W-30 (preferred) or 10W-30
Engine Oil Capacity:
4.2 US quarts (4.0 liters) with filter change
Coolant Type:
Mazda Genuine Antifreeze/Coolant (Green, ethylene glycol based) or equivalent
Coolant Capacity:
6.2 US quarts (5.9 liters)
Power Steering Fluid:
Dexron III / Mercon ATF
Common Problems:
Timing belt failure (if not replaced on schedule), ignition coil failure, EGR valve issues, power steering pump leaks, wheel bearing noise, occasional rust on underbody and wheel arches.
Troubleshooting Focus:
Manual provides detailed diagnostics for these common issues.
Mazda Philosophy:
Zoom-Zoom driving spirit, Jinba Ittai (horse and rider as one body)
Generation:
Third Generation (BJ, 1998-2003)
Design Language:
Modernized styling, improved aerodynamics, and a more spacious interior compared to previous generations.
Assembly Location:
Hofu, Japan; Flat Rock, Michigan, USA (for North American market as Ford Escort/Mercury Tracer)
Model Variants:
Sedan, 5-door Hatchback (Protege5 in some markets), MP3 (performance variant), Mazdaspeed Protege (turbocharged variant later)
