2001 Mazda Protege Mazda Protege 2001

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2001 Mazda Protege repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (16%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (0%)

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2001 Mazda Protege 4dr Sedan

130-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

184140 mi Rear passenger suspension almost completely rusted off frame 
174000 mi and strut tower rust. Car was not worth repairing. 

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2001 Mazda Protege 4dr Sedan

130-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

120900 mi

C $1100
as well as unclog AC line 

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2001 Mazda Protege Body Problems

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