Brake squeaking problem that no one seems to be able to fix. New brake pads and sanded the rotors, still squeaks, very embarrassing.
Half of the dash lighting just went out today, the fuses are fine, I'm guessing it's the bulb which will be expensive!
Otherwise, no problems at all, car is very reliable mechanically, and performs great considering it's a sedan.
I love this car, apart from the mild setbacks above, it's wonderful.
My next car will be a Mazda 626, new, ES with a V6, only this time I'll get the 5 speed because the engine performs great above 3000rpm, below that, there's very little torque, and the transmission shifts too soon, making it slow!
This next car will be loaded with leather, sunroof, Bose, alloys, everything... My current 626 will put me through college (hopefully).
Funny about half the dash lights going out, mine did the same thing. For a while banging on top of the dash would bring them back on so I figure it's the lighting harness coming off the instrument panel.
My brakes squeak too.
For your next car forget the 626 and get the darn Camry and be done with it.
I also own a 626. My car is going on its 3rd transmission. Plus 1/2 of the dash lights are going out on my car also. I will never invest in another Mazda!
I have a 1999 Mazda 626, half of my dash lights have gone out as well. For awhile there you could hit the dash and they would come back on. Brakes squeak as well. Does anyone know how I can change the dash lights? thanks.
My stupid dash lights in my '98 626 are going out as well. I guess there's no easy fix, huh? Anybody?
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