DIAGNOSTIC CODE P0170 01/01

1998 MAZDA PROTEGE
125,000 MILES
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PWOLFE50
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my 1998 Mazda Protege LX car with 125,000 miles hesitates when in Reverse or Drive. Idleing in neutral or park no hesitation. Also runs rough until speeds over 25 mph is attained. I'm thinking a fuel problem but I need assistance from someone with more knowledge before I start spending unneccary money.
Apr 20, 2013 at 5:06 PM
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KHLOW2008
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The code means system is running lean/rich and the first thing you need to check would be for vacuum leakages between the throttle body and air cleaner.
Apr 21, 2013 at 12:59 AM
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