The Mazda Protege (1990–2003) was Mazda's compact sedan, offered with four-cylinder power including the high-output MP3 variant. The 1996 Mazda Protege factory service manual documents the specific engine and transmission for this model year.
Engine and Transmission Service
The Protege's engine requires the correct oil specification and timing belt or chain service interval documented in the factory manual for the specific generation, including the MP3's higher-output torque values where applicable, along with the manual or automatic transmission fluid specification.
What This Protege Manual Covers
- Engine-specific service specs including MP3 variant (where applicable)
- Manual or automatic transmission fluid specification and service
- Complete electrical diagrams for all trim levels