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2000 Mazda Protege

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2000 Protege.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 2000 Mazda Protege arrives as a passenger car carrying 104 total owner complaints and three recalls, with the power train emerging as the leading trouble spot. Across the Protege's 1990–2006 run, complaint volumes ranged from a low of 41 in 1990 to a peak of 206 in 1995, placing the 2000 model year roughly mid-pack in the nameplate's reliability trajectory. That positioning suggests the 2000 iteration avoids the extremes of the lineup's most and least troubled years while still reflecting the power-train focus that defines the model's broader service record.

Model year200220012000199919981997199619951994

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter B6Y114302A. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnFUSEOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterB6Y114302A
Engine air filterB59513Z40A9U
Fuel filterGY0113ZE0
Spark plugF28818110 alt 000018F287
Battery000080026RWB
Serpentine beltZL0115907 alt B6BF18381
ThermostatBP6F15171A alt KL0115171A9U

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length174 in
Overall width67.3 in
Overall height55.5 in
Wheelbase102.8 in
Curb weight2436 lb
Track (front / rear)57.9 / 57.9 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Protege of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.90 sec — 2000 Protegé ES Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2000Protegé ES Sedan 1.8L I-48.90 sec16.80 sec122 hpFWD
1999Protegé ES Sedan 1.8L I-48.40 sec16.60 sec122 hpFWD
1999Protegé LX Sedan 1.6L I-410.70 sec17.90 sec105 hpFWD
2001Protegé MP3 Sedan 2.0L I-48.20 sec16.30 sec140 hpFWD
2001Protegé MP3 Sedan 2.0L I-48.30 sec16.50 sec140 hpFWD
2001Protegé ES Sedan 2.0L I-49.10 sec16.90 sec130 hpFWD
2002Protegé Protegé5 Wagon 2.0L I-49.20 sec17.20 sec130 hpFWD
2002Protegé Protegé5 Wagon 2.0L I-49.50 sec17.20 sec130 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Power Steering FluidDEXRON VI OR MERCON V

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque11-17 ft-lbs
Spark Plug Gap0.040-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque11.0-16.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.33 lbs
Oil TypeGU10
Oil Capacity5.07 oz

Service checks

Pressure Test18 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature183-191 °F
Pressure Test18 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature176-183 °F
Engine Compression156-199 psi
Engine Compression142-199 psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket58-75 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle65-57 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket33-36 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle58-75 ft-lbs
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0006 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.866 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.866 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Exterior Lighting (inspect) · Power Steering System (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect)
Every 7,500 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Weatherstrip Seal (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAir Conditioning System (inspect) · Body Fasteners (torque) · Engine Air Filter Element (inspect) · Frame Fasteners (torque)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 45,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miFuel Filter (replace) · PCV Hose (inspect) · Timing Belt (replace)
At 105,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2000 Mazda Protege recorded 104 complaints, 3 recalls, and 101 TSBs, with the most frequent issues involving the Power Train (24) and Air Bags (23). This represents a slight increase in complaints and TSBs over the 1999 model (91 complaints, 98 TSBs) before a sharp decrease in complaints occurred in 2001. Across the generation, the vehicle saw an early peak in 1995 followed by a decline, but complaints began trending upward again from 1999 through 2003. The 2000 model sits within this second rising arc of complaints, including 25 crash and 3 fire complaints, though the data does not specify the root causes for these incidents. Because this year reflects a growing trend in TSBs and complaints compared to the mid-to-late 1990s, it is not a recommended year to buy.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
101
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
104
Owner complaints
25 involved a crash · 3 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 104 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train24
Air Bags23
Seat Belts7
Tires6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
Seats4
Suspension3
Engine & Engine Cooling3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

09E012000Exterior LightingReported 07/04/2009

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE… Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT…

01V024000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And FittingsReported 01/02/2001

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME LEFT SIDE REAR BRAKE HOSES WERE DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY. BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE COULD OCCUR. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE HOSE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HOSE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 101 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
09-038-242024-08-08Electrical SystemIn accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing…
SA-011-24b2024-07-29Unknown Or OtherMazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all…
SA-011-24a2024-06-07Unknown Or OtherMazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all…
09-016-232023-02-28Electrical SystemSpeedometer replacement procedure
02-004-22a2022-11-18SuspensionSome customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2000 Protege have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.