Is 500 rpm a good idle?
In most of today’s cars, an idle speed of 600 to 1000 RPMs is average. If your car is idling rough, though, it won’t feel smooth. Rough idle is easy to detect when you start your vehicle, and it may be dependent on the engine temperature when you start your car.
What kind of engine does a Mazda Protege have?
The 2001 Protege has a sportier, more refined appearance. Front fascia is freshened, and center console is revised. 2.0L 130 hp and 2.0L 140 hp engines are both available for this model. New for the 2002 Protege is a 3-spoke steering wheel.
How many miles does a 2002 Mazda Protege have?
Mileage: 193,870 miles Body Type: Wagon Color: Black Engine: 4 Cyl 2.0 L No accident or damage reported to CARFAX. 1st owner purchased on 04/11/02 and owned in CO until 10/22/03 • 2nd owner purchased on 05/21/04 and owned in MO until 05/14/21. 1st owner drove an estimated 16,942 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 5,080 miles/year.
Who is the designer of the Mazda Protege?
The Familia line, from which the Protege owed its existence, is one of the earliest cars made by Mazda. The first generation of the Familia, the predecessor of the Protege, was one of the earliest Japanese cars designed by revered and decorated car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro.
When was the last time I serviced my Mazda Protege?
Last serviced at 23,390 miles in Laurel, MD on 06/11/14 • Vehicle serviced • Maintenance inspection completed • Oil and filter changed • Tire condition and pressure checked • Battery/charging system checked • Brakes checked. No accident or damage reported to CARFAX.
What kind of car is a Mazda Protege?
95 mazda protege 1.5 (1)idles rough;idle sometimes keep time with the indicator if in use. (2) headlights go off then come on again sometimes when i use the indicator -mostly left turn, sometimes right. any suggestions before i have to go to the dealer? chaching $$$; do i have to?
How many miles does a 2000 protege have?
I bought a 2000 protege (auto) and has only 34 K miles. It runs fine but when I stop on a traffic light or the car is stationary it makes an audible rattling sound. This sound is not their when I am not stationary.
What should I do if my idle control motor is disconnected?
The engine should still start and run without any issue despite the idle control motor being disconnected. Be sure to tuck the wiring you disconnected up in the engine bay so it doesn’t get caught in any moving parts. Look for a difference in idle speed.
What does it mean when your engine idle is too low?
If your idle is too low, it could be the IAC not talking to the computer correctly. Disconnect the IAC connector for a couple seconds while your engine is idling. If your engine idle didn’t change, you can suspect it to be the IAC. If it is working properly, unplugging it would cause your idle to freak out.