is it a good or bad thing to race the engine after start up?

is it a good or bad thing to race the engine after start up? 1 Answer

I have a 2002 Mazda MPV. It needs a new catalytic converter and the engine light is on although it seems to run fine. Is it worth getting it replaced? 3 Answers

Emissions test if due on it 8/1/11 so was told we must replace the catalytic converter. Plan to take it on 9 hour trip soon. Risks? Also the back tail light is out. When is it not worth fixing these t...

what causes engine to race at startup ? 2 Answers

engine will race at startup then in about 4 to 5 minutes it settles to normal

I have a 2004 Mazda MPV minivan. Can anyone hlep with these questions? Power sliding doors have stopped functioning, will not operate using the interior buttons or the remote. 1st they began to beep constantly, but not work, doesn't matter if engine is running or not, car is in park etc. but still will not work. Have to push off button to stop the beep. Is there a Re-Set button? Where is it located if so. -- next question: Gear indicator light on steering column is out,how labor intensive is it to fix this? Thanks for your help. 1 Answer

Bought this van new & have it serviced and maintained regularly. It is a great family vehicle and relatively dependable. When pushing the button to open the power sliding doors there is no sound at a...

I bought my wife a 1994 mazda mpv 6cyl. When I put coolant into the radiator it poured out over the starter. Is it possible to replace the leaking part without removing the motor? 1 Answer

6 cyl, 94 mazda mpv van I bought my wife a 1994 mazda mpv 6cyl. When I put coolant into the radiator it poured out over the starter. Is it possible to replace the leaking part without removing the m...