How to remove and install the timing cover on 2003 Mazda Protege?

Disconnect battery, remove splash shield, support on jackstands and remove front tire. Remove alternator and A/C compressor (leave hoses), secure aside. Remove pulleys, timing covers, belt and guide; slide off crankshaft sprocket with prybars, remove and clean front cover, fit new gasket with silicone, reinstall and reverse.

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2003 Mazda Protege Timing Cover Part Number: FS01-10-520C
$75.19 MSRP: $100.26
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover, Timing Belt Upper; Front Cover
- Item Weight: 1.70 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: FS01-10-520C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2003 Mazda Protege Submodels:
- DX, ES, LX, Mazdaspeed, MP3 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2003 Mazda Protege Timing Cover Part Number: FS01-10-500D
$96.48 MSRP: $128.66
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover, Timing Belt Lower; Front Cover
- Replaces: FS01-10-500C
- Item Weight: 1.70 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: FS01-10-500D
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2003 Mazda Protege Submodels:
- DX, ES, LX, Mazdaspeed, MP3 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

2003 Mazda Protege Timing Cover Parts and Q&A

Q: How to remove and install the timing cover on 2003 Mazda Protege?
A: Disconnect battery, remove splash shield, support on jackstands and remove front tire. Remove alternator and A/C compressor (leave hoses), secure aside. Remove pulleys, timing covers, belt and guide; slide off crankshaft sprocket with prybars, remove and clean front cover, fit new gasket with silicone, reinstall and reverse.