1997 Mazda Protege
TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 1997 Protege are official communications between Mazda & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
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TSB #00198
CONDITIONS WITH STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER. *YC Read More »
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TSB #00200R
THIS BULLETIN EXPLAINS CAMBER ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES. *TT Read More »
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TSB #00298
EXPERIENCING A THUMPING NOISE FROM REAR SUSPENSION TOWER. *YC Read More »
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TSB #00198
EXPERIENCING A CLUNK NOISE FROM REAR SUSPENSION WHILE TURNING OVER A BUMP. *YC Read More »
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TSB #00-003-18-3480
Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAOauthorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorizedequipment program. Read More »
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TSB #00-003-18-3480a
Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAO authorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorized equipment program. Read More »
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TSB #00598
SUBJECT REGARDING BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY. *YC Read More »
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TSB #00299
EXPERIENCING POPPING NOISE FROM FRONT BRAKE CALIPER DURING SLOW SPEED BRAKING. *TT Read More »
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TSB #00-004/12
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »
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TSB #01-006-21-3779a
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. Read More »
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TSB #00-003-19-3583
In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually. Read More »
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TSB #01-004-19-3558
On some vehicles, a sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor may be noticed coming from the exhaust system. The odor is usually noticed after a cold start, fast idle, extended periods of idling and full throttle acceleration. Read More »
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TSB #00198
CONCERNS REGARDING THE HEARTER NOT WORKING EFFIECIENTLY OR ENGINE TAKES TOO LING TO WARM-UP. *YC Read More »
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TSB #00298
EXPERIENCING POOR ENGINE PERFORMANCE. *YC Read More »
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TSB #01-016-18-3522
On some vehicles, a sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor may be noticed coming from the exhaust system. The odor is usually noticed after a cold start, fast idle, extended periods of idling and full throttle acceleration. Read More »
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TSB #00204
EVAPORATIVE EMMISSIONS AND RECIVER ADAPTERS. *EH Read More »
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TSB #00-003-19-3583
In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually. Read More »
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TSB #00-003-19-3583
In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually. Read More »
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TSB #00198
COMPLAINTS OF TACH NEEDLE STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *YC Read More »
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TSB #00198
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO TACH NEEDLE WHICH IS STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *YC Read More »
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TSB #970716015/97
CONCERNS OF RATTLING OR BUZZING NOISES IN THE FRONT OF VEHICLES. *YC Read More »
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TSB #012/97T
TACH NEEDLE STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *TW Read More »
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TSB #00998
INFORMATION REGARDING A/T SELECTOR LEVER HARD TO OPERATE. *YC Read More »
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TSB #00298
CONDITIONS WITH THE SHIFT LEVER MOVEMENT MAY BE STIFF WHEN MOVING THROUGH ALL GEAR RANGES. *YC Read More »
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TSB #01098
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ERRATIC SHIFTING, O/D OFF INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHING WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON AS A RESULT OF THE VALVE BODY HARNESS (TRANSAXLE FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT) BEING PINCHED BY A METAL CLIP WHICH IS ... Read More »
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TSB #00198
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE NOISE FROM DRIVE SHAFT. *YC Read More »
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TSB #00998
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SELECTOR LEVER IS DIFFICULT TO OPERATE. *YC Read More »
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TSB #01-005-21-3778
The Mazda DCA-8000PM is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000PM is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Read More »
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TSB #01-006-21-3779
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. Read More »
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TSB #09-002-21-3770
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer Read More »
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TSB #09-003-20-3671
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. Read More »
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TSB #01-001-19-3551
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. Read More »
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TSB #01-002-19-3552
The Mazda GR8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda GR8-1291 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Read More »
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TSB #01-006-21-3779a
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. Read More »
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TSB #01-008-18-3451
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. Read More »
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TSB #01-009-18-3452
The Mazda GR8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda GR8-1291 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Read More »
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TSB #0100516
Battery test procedure requirements using the GR81291 Read More »
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TSB #0102504
BATTERY TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS. *TT Read More »
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TSB #001/97G
MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW Read More »
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TSB #970716007/97
CUSTOMERS COMPLAINING OF MIL LAMP ILLUMINATION. *YC Read More »
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TSB #003/97G
WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW Read More »
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TSB #SA287
DUE TO DIFFERENCES IN THE 1995-1998 PROTEGE IGNITION SWITCH DESIGN, THE REPAIR PROCEDURE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION FOR RECALL 8715J HAS BEEN UPDATED. Read More »
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TSB #09-009-19-3566
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. Read More »
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TSB #09-035-17-3080
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. Read More »
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TSB #0900716
Speedometer replacement procedure Read More »
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TSB #01298
CONCERNS WITH MANUAL CONTROL DOOR MIRROR NOT ADJUSTABLE. *YC Read More »
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TSB #0800306
NON GENUINE ACCESSORIES AFFECT AIR BAG OPERATION. *KB Read More »
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TSB #007/97T
PARTS REPLACEMENT AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. *TW Read More »
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TSB #00598
INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT EXTENDERS. *YC Read More »
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TSB #09-014-18-3443a
When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Read More »
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TSB #09-014-18-3443
When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Read More »
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TSB #002/97S
REAR EDGE OF ROOF MOLDING LIFTS. *TW Read More »
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TSB #01299
SUBJECT REGARDING PAINT DAMAGE - IRON PARTICLES / INDUSTRIAL FALLOUT / ACID RAIN. *TT Read More »
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TSB #02098
EXHIBITING A RUBBING NOISE HEARD FROM THE FRONT CONSOLE WHEN DRIVING. *YC Read More »
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TSB #97102302097
PRE-PAINTING PREPARATIONS FOR FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. *YC Read More »
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TSB #00698
EXHIBITING NOISE FROM THE HOOD RELEASE CABLE. *YC Read More »
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TSB #01100R
ON SOME VEHICLES WITHIN CERTAIN VINS, THE DOOR KEY CYLINDER FLAP MAY BREAK ALLOWING A PIECE(S) OF THE FLAP TO ENTER THE CYLINDER THEREBY MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO INSERT THE KEY AND CAUSING KEY ROTATION TO STICK. Read More »
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TSB #09-002-21-3770
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer Read More »
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TSB #09-034-18-3430a
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. Read More »
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TSB #09-034-18-3430
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. Read More »
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TSB #009/97T
INTERIOR LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE. *TW Read More »
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TSB #09-025-21-3824
This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver??A?A?s floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. Read More »
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TSB #09-002-21-3770
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer Read More »
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TSB #09-003-20-3671
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. Read More »
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TSB #00-003-19-3583
In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually. Read More »
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TSB #00-001-18-3446a
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Read More »
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TSB #00-003-18-3480a
Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAO authorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorized equipment program. Read More »
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TSB #09-014-18-3443a
When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Read More »
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TSB #09-034-18-3430a
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. Read More »
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TSB #00-001-18-3446
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Read More »
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TSB #0901216
Paint damage Mazda pocket paint guide Read More »
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TSB #00-002-14-2936
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS RECEIVED MANY REQUESTS FROM OUR DEALERS ASKING US TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL ON-CAR BRAKE LATHES AS AN OPTION FOR MNAO AUTHORIZED EQUIPMENT. Read More »
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TSB #SB-09-005-13
MAZDA: ON SOME VEHICLES, TO AVOID POTENTIAL INTERFERENCE OF FOOT PLACED ON PEDALS, INFORMATION IS PROVIDED REGARDING PROPER USE, AND PLACEMENT, OF DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT. VARIOUS MODELS AND MODEL YEARS. Read More »
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TSB #09-005-13-2781
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING THE PROPER USE OF THE DRIVER?S FLOOR MAT TO AVOID ANY POTEN-TIAL INTERFERENCE WITH THE FOOT PEDALS. Read More »
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TSB #00-004/12
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »
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TSB #0902604
SPEEDOMETER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #00700
CIGARETTE LIGHTER DOES NOT WORK OR STAY IN POSITION. *TT Read More »
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TSB #00898
CONCERNS WITH THE AUDIO SOUND CUTS OUT WHEN BLOWER MOTOR OPERATES. *YC Read More »
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TSB #00-001-18-3446a
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Read More »
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TSB #09-035-17-3080
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. Read More »
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TSB #0100516
Battery test procedure requirements using the GR81291 Read More »
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TSB #00-001-13-2748A
MAZDA HAS DEVELOPED FACTORY RECOMMENDED SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES THAT SUPPORT ALL MAJOR VEHICLE SYSTEMS. Read More »
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TSB #00-001-13-2748
MAZDA HAS DEVELOPED FACTORY RECOMMENDED SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES THAT SUPPORT ALL MAJOR VEHICLE SYSTEMS. Read More »
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TSB #00-004/12
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »
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TSB #00-004-12-2741
MAZDA HAS DEVELOPED FACTORY RECOMMENDED SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES THAT SUPPORT ALL MAJOR VEHICLE SYSTEMS. Read More »
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TSB #09-002-19-3554
This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid anypotential interference with the foot pedals. Read More »
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TSB #09-019-18-3450
This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. Read More »
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TSB #09-034-14-2956
IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE LISTED BELOW WHEN REPLACING A SPEEDOMETER.NOTE:?MAZDA VEHICLES ARE MANUFACTURED WITH TAMPER-PROOF SPEEDOMETERS. Read More »
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TSB #09-027-14-2935
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING THE PROPER USE OF THE DRIVER?S FLOOR MAT TO AVOID ANY POTENTIAL INTERFERENCE WITH THE FOOT PEDALS. Read More »
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TSB #SB-09-005-13
MAZDA: ON SOME VEHICLES, TO AVOID POTENTIAL INTERFERENCE OF FOOT PLACED ON PEDALS, INFORMATION IS PROVIDED REGARDING PROPER USE, AND PLACEMENT, OF DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT. VARIOUS MODELS AND MODEL YEARS. Read More »
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TSB #00100
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM INOPERATIVE WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON. *TT Read More »
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TSB #007/97U
A/C REFRIGERANT CHARGING. *TW Read More »
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TSB #008/97
USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW Read More »
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TSB #006/97/U
A/C MALFUNCTION DUE TO POWER STEERING PUMP PRESSURE SWITCH CORROSION. *TW Read More »
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TSB #003/97U
A/C SWITCH MODIFICATION. *TW Read More »
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TSB #00307
AVAILABILITY OF NON-REQUIRED TOOLS. *KB Read More »
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TSB #01399
CONCERNS WITH DOOR KEY WHICH IS DIFFICULT TO INSERT AND / OR ROTATE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #01498
CONCERNS WITH WATER LEAKAGE ONTO FRONT FLOOR MAT. *YC Read More »
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TSB #97083000997
CONDITION WITH INTERIOR LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE. *YC Read More »