The check engine light has thrown a code of the catalytic converter being below efficiency. I believe this is attributed to the O2 sensor. Also believe this causes the rumbling and rough idling at stop lights.
Hard shifting from first to second gear.
Crack in rubber O-ring beneath transmission fluid container.
Excellent handling and nice pickup, except for recently.
EXACTLY WAT HAPPENED TO MY 98 Mazda!! love I thto!