20 Most Recent 2003 Mazda 323 - Page 6 Questions & Answers

open the hood at the back of the headlight there will be a cover that has to be removed,on this model i think its easier to remove the headlight unit ,unless you can get your hand in behind it after removing the cover ,then there is a spring clip that needs moving then bulb can be removed the reverse for replacing

This is going to be tough to fix. Chances are its a relay or the ignition module, but until it gets to where it will not start for several minutes or not at all, you won't know if you have fixed it or not.Something is getting hot, cooling off, then getting hot again.

Manual or automatic ?

The switch on the clutch is called the starter cutout switch and the purpose is to disable the starter unless the clutch is depressed.

How do you know its the abs module??? Could be sensor issue

Have you checked the fluids???

Caliper spring way be shot, try brake cleaner extensively on all componants

Use a scanner to confirm whether you might have a fault on the automatic gearbox,or the gear box ecu is not working or the gear box is un serviceable and needs replacement.

Is the engine showing any signs via the dash that it is overheating? Dash lights? Engine temp gauge pegging out on the red overheat line? If so, then you will have to go further and see if your thermostat is stuck closed, thus needing to replace it. Depending on the age and coolant change schedule (or lack of) you might have to have the radiator professionally cleaned at a radiator shop. Does your heater in the cabin, heat up after the car has been running? Depending on the climate and elevation where you live, make sure you are running the right mix of antifreeze and water. Any auto parts shop should be able to tell you for your make and model (and you can find this online) what mix you should be running.

THERMOSTAT STUCK CLOSE.

Hi Cliff, Locate positive + battery cable,trace its path,it should lead you to starter solenoid connection.starter motor will be at engine to transaxle mounting.area.

Belt dressign or replace belt(strap)

have you tried replacing your mass air flow sensor or putting a cleaner through it somtimes becomes sticky

Obtain a work shop manual.