heater/steering

2003 MAZDA PROTEGE
91,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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OCTAVARIUM02
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Car heater doesn't work. also the powered steering doesn't work. I saw smoke coming fron the battery area. i have a 2003 mazda protege. any ideas?
Jan 13, 2011 at 7:59 PM
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FIXITMR
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did these things quit at the same time? have you checked to make sure accessory belts are working/tight?
Apr 12, 2011 at 11:46 PM
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FIXITMR
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is your radiator full?
Apr 12, 2011 at 11:46 PM
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