Mazda 2 Questions & Answers (page 2 of 4)

Chain...i checked on this my self as i want to buy one.

Have timing chain for sure. maybe you should buy a new petrol cap as the old one could be faulty. Could also be MAF sensor or something similar.Get the codes read. It will find the problem with the engine light. Also sometimes a good long drive and reving the engine up to about 5000 rpm while driving. also fill up with 98 octane a couple of times, may help.(If you want to fix the problem with out going to a mechanic ) But if it still comes on,then you may have to, but if car runs good,it is probably only a minor problem.

The fuel cap is part of the evap system including the purge valve and carbon canister. It stops fuel vapors being released into the atmosphere as part of the emission control.

Transmission service every 100.000km or when it a light brown colour but if you don't know history get it done.
Every 2 years or 40.000km
Spark plugs every 40.000,and air filter replace,and brakes flush the fuild replace every 40.000km,Fuel Filter

Mazda 2 from Year 2007-2017 uses Timing Chain

Except: 1.4 L Y4 I4 (mz-cd, diesel) or 1.6 L Y6 I4 (mz-cd) which are Timing Belt.

This was an interesting question as I was not aware of it. I have tried to contact the dealer who sold me the car who had no idea about it, and asked me to contact Mazda directly. I have sent Mazda an email on 1st Jan 2022, and is still waiting to hear back from them. I will update this once I get a reply.

Thank you! I also emailed Mazda and the reply was a "best guess" as the person did not work in the actual parts department, but to his knowledge Mazda uses only plastic not soy coatings on wires. I did ask a follow up to let me know if he got more accurate information. Funny thing was that person at Mazda had purchased a Honda that had soy and it cost him $2200 bucks in repairs from rodent damage. My mom's Honda..over $1200. To me this soy issue is as big as the takata airbag issue and it is industry wide. So far, the auto manufacturers have avoided taking responsibility inspite of numerous class action suits.

Yes, Agree. This could be the tip of the ice-berg.
In 2016, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Toyota claiming the company should cover this type of damage after a customer was forced to pay around $1,500 to fix the chewed wiring under warranty.

I also own a Mazda 2 2007. MAXX nothing but troubles, rattles rough idle at lights too.
Paid for 3 bloody engine mounts, sensor, air filter, had to dealer so sick of it now. Seems to be on a real low ratio when starting up to 40 after that it's ok in higher gears. Auto. Had engine cleans, starting to think it is a lemon.
Very disappointed.......any suggestions?

it is dirty fuel injectors which can be cleaned

Spark plugs? Engine mount, are you RPM low? Drivebelt,DriveShalf,CV's

Ide might need adjusting

1.5 L for NZ roads country roads at least

The Mazda 2 is surprisingly a pretty spacious car for its size. If it's just for you and your child, it's more than enough space. My Mazda 2 is my family's 2nd car, and I find myself driving it more often than our bigger car, simply because it's very nimble and easy to drive, especially in tight spaces and driving in the city.

Mazda 3 is definitely a better and more powerful car, and will be an even more pleasurable drive. You will need to weigh the cost factor and decide which one is better for you.

In a nutshell, Mazda is a fuss free and simple car for daily commute, very easy to drive and handle. Down size is it's not very powerful in terms of engine (1.5L), and the boot space is small. Mazda 3 is more powerful, bigger engine, more spacious and stable and cost more.

Bottom line, in my opinion, if you want a car that will last you for a long long time and the option for extended family members, and you are willing to spend more, get the Mazda 3. If not stick to Mazda 2, keeping in mind that one day you may need to upgrade should you need more space.

Mazda 2 from Year 2007-2017 uses Timing Chain

Except: 1.4 L Y4 I4 (mz-cd, diesel) or 1.6 L Y6 I4 (mz-cd) which are Timing Belt.

The de model Mazda 2 has a timing chain not a belt

When it got problems or brakes

I get the same thing about 50-60km then goes away once you go faster?

DONT PANIC! This was my first real ‘omg I’m a clueless girl responsible for a machine” panic moment! I’m now educated and found I love cars, and now am involved in working as an official for motorsport! Before you panic or head to a mechanic, or even the super cheap auto electronic system decoding/reading service, do this:

Open and close fuel cap.
Ideally, also refuel (top up).

Odds are it’s an evaporation issue causing rising air pressure in the tank - and NOT the sensor being broken or the fuel system over-oxygenating as the manual, the error, or some mechanics suggesting.

My Mazda2 2006 does this when it’s been hot, as fuel drops in the tank. It’s apparently
Highlighting an air/fuel mix sensor issue (too much oxygen in fuel system, but apparently it more often is actually a sign of a broken oxygen sensor. HOWEVER MOST OFTEN, if its been warm and your fuel level is dropping - you’ve got air in your fuel tank, and opening the lid, letting the air ‘hiss’ out, and closing it again
might be all you’ve got to do! Alternatively, refuel -top up the fuel tank to full and the light will go off once you start the car again.

I’m in Adelaide and it gets very hot, and after a few days of 35-40+ degrees, if my tank is below about 3/4 full, this happens.

If I’m around half full opening the fuel cap, and replacing it again in the evening, the light will be off when I start it in the morning. if it’s less then half full I refuel ideally to full tank and again it’s gone as soon as I start the car.

I’m assuming it’s an evaporation issue inside the fuel tank caused by the extended heat. It’s clearly causing pressure as when the cap opens the air hisses out like a balloon or something, pressure relieved when the cap opens.

It hasnt been any kind of serious issue in my Mazda but as a girl with limited knowledge at the time, and my first car I was responsible for (post divorce), it scared the crap or of me the first time it came on (I read my manual and deduced the heat/evaporation/low fuel rather than the sensor itself may be at fault).

Take it back shouldn't pass RWC with engine light on.

Unsure, brst to check with a mazda dealer, i know that pre 2000 models did have timing belt ehich needs replacement

Unsure, brst to check with a mazda dealer, i know that pre 2000 models did have timing belt ehich needs replacement
Sorry re spelling errors

Mazda 2 from Year 2007-2017 uses Timing Chain

Except: 1.4 L Y4 I4 (mz-cd, diesel) or 1.6 L Y6 I4 (mz-cd) which are Timing Belt.

To be fair when I purchased my Mazda 2 I did so thinking it was a nice little basic car! I guess it fits into the feminine category cause it’s a small car! I think it’s such a popular car it doesn’t really have a stigma attached.

Haha! So they have 'blokes' in Australia too! I'm from UK, now living in FL USA, I enjoyed hearing from a 'bloke' regardless of hemisphere! Not too many of them around here... No chippies, either! Darn it...
Regarding the Mazda2, I bought one a couple of years ago, and I love it. My husband drives it, but I suspect he feels a bit uncomfortable, masculinity-wise! Cars of that size are still rare in the US. When I started a job recently, my manager (funny fella!) introduced me to the crew with ; "This is Linda. She has an accent, AND she drives the smallest car in the world. Hmphhh". Just had to love him.
Re the husband issue...he does concede that the Mazda2 is the most comfortable small car he's ever driven. And he's genuinely impressed by the amount of cargo space. And finally...he's a worrier...in the past he always expressed concern about me driving a small car on American roads. Not a word about the Mazda though.
I know that in the UK small cars are much more popular, wasn't sure whether the same applied to Australia.
Seems like Europe and Australia are far more concerned about issues like fuel economy, emissions etc. than Americans. And that bothers me a great deal. Trump is bringing back 'clean coal', and deregulating industries that were previously prevented from belching toxic smoke, or discharging effluent into our waterways. And - of course - climate change is a myth, largely perpetuated by the Democrats, who are out to get him. I saw him once say that it was all nonsense, and there was no way in hell he was gonna use one of those pump-thingies to spray his hair. He was gonna stick with his aerosol...
I'm afraid its going to take the US a long time to recover from this disaster, which (realistically) was never a huge issue for most Americans anyway. We are boondoggled by the 'there's always more where that came from' attitude.
I'm afraid I really haven't answered your question...just thought it might be interesting for you to get an American response.And you gave me a great opportunity to vent!
All the best!

I haven't had any issues with mine. Although mine is a 2010 model, but the only problem i have had is the brake pads wear out very quickly regardless of where i get them done

I've taken mine back 4 times and they claim they fix the issue and a few days later after driving it the noise reappears !!
Does my head in !!
Seriously considering trading it in !!

Hi Peter,

More info would be helpful.

I'll assume it is an 4spd auto 2.0L? If so you should be able to achieve around 9-11L city driving.

Victor

I have a 2009 Mazda 2 for sale with only 48,000 klms on the clock. I'd buy that!!

Timing chain only gets replaced if it about to brake or brakes. It not like a timing belt needs replacing every 120.000km

Timing chain only gets replaced if it about to brake or brakes. It not like a timing belt needs replacing every 120.000km