Top 20 2009 Mazda MAZDA5 Questions & Answers

More then likely the coiled ribbon electrical contact under the steering wheel is defective, it is called the "clockspring" contact.

replace the spiral spring wires under the steering wheel

go to auto zone, they can show you.

It may have a foreign material stuck in it.

replace the fuse and see if that did it.

Many things can cause your problem but the most common is either a heat shield or a retaining clip that has come loose. My recommendation is to block your wheels so that your vehicle can't roll forward, open your hood, start your vehicle, HOLD YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, have an assistant listen to see if they can locate the noise. If the noise is gone with the hood open then look for any shiny spots on the underside of the hood.

Check the battery.

It is most likely ;that your car has a film of some residue on the windshield. A good cleaning could help, and I have heard people have used an glass ware cleaning solution, called Barkeepers friend, or dishwasher powder and a sponge.

If the code would have been due to the cap problem then the code will go away. Try resetting the code. Also try diagnosing again after disconnecting the battery and then reconnecting it after a few minutes.

Add new bilstein shocks, change the sway bar bushings, replace tires to 215/50-17 and you'll have a descent ride.

It sounds like your serpentine belt needs to be changed.

It is possible that your windshield is scratched. Sometimes faulty or dirty wiper blades can scratch the surface of the windhield and it will look like a dirt smear. The only way to fix this is to replace the windshield.

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call the dealer see what they recomend

It will not work,it has been tried before,the fuel pump in the tank,will not allow fuel to be pulled threw it.

Here you haven't mention your model name, Go to the given link which is online store known as reliable, they have repair manuals, I am sure you will get the solution Best Manuals

I suspect that the code should be p 0733 that is gear ratio 3 incorrect some problems that trigger the code are defective 3rd gear shift solenoid defective 3rd gear related gear set or clutch pack defective engine coolant temperature sensor unit defective valve body dirty transmission fluid that restricts the hydraulic passages not knowing the repair history , if the torque converter was not replaced in the overhaul then there could be rubbish in it that is now in the box the coolant temp sensor also reads excessive heat generated by the transmission oil cooler or the connection could be excessive oil temp reading first thing to check is the wiring and harness connections as a connection not properly fitted may be the problem it would help if you gave a history of the problem in the 14 miles --not shifting , slipping etc

Does the engine crank over and not start?

rotor has 3 screws that mount it to the wheel hub.remove the 3 screws rotor should come off.

Maybe a leaking head is allowing coolant into one or more cylinders. Time for a professional repair.