Being a slow learner and finding engines very difficult to understand, you've allowed me to understand more. I'm so grateful and sincerely appreciate your professional instructions, very helpful. Thank you.
Thanks for making this video Andy. I just bought an 06 demio/Mazda with 84,xxx km on the clock and I'll be following your tips and guides like a bible :)
WAUUW! I bought a car that got the oil filter just besides the oil pan It is actually possible to engineer a car to be easy to work on in this day and age! :D
This is amazing video, I have a similar car, but 1.5l Sport. My problem is finding a good mechanic and also at a good price. You explained everything so well. I have an issue with my Mazda Demio were there is a loud drive belt noise and vibration when cold or if the car is left sitting for a while. When in neutral or in park the noise goes but there is still a vibration. If you run the car for 30-40 minutes, it suddenly becomes very smooth and runs really well. I have had the tensioner replaced, the belt replaced and even the alternator (which had an issue with the clutch bearing) but still the noise is there. I have two mechanics look at it, one even took it all a part and tested everything that the belt ran through but can't find a fault. I haven't got the cash to keep changing things out, so any ideas would be great. I don't know where you are based? Interesting that the 2006 is using the same engine thats in the 2007/2008 car. (DE)
Thank you Andy, really well done instructions, can appreciate all that you have shown as i have car knowledge myself, the only aspect that i found surprising is that you do not use a torque wrench, i have learned through my own self taught endeavours with mechanicing that not using the correct torque can cause problems, surely if you are aiming to teach an inexperienced person to service a car then torque wrench instruction is important, it`l be interesting to hear your feedback. Thanks again, Tony
Hi Tony, you are correct in what you say. Mechanics should always use a torque wrench. In my defense, the majority of viewers I imagine either don't have a torque wrench or at least one that hasn't been calibrated recently. I would always recommend viewers refer to manufacturer's specifications for all repair jobs - unfortunately I doubt this happens often. I do have lots of other videos where I do use a torque wrench and also quote the specs as I go along too... Cheers Andy
All along I was screaming "Coolant level" ha ha, and then you mentioned it in the end. Perhaps wiper blades and windscreen washer level and you have the perfect service. I love your vids mate! Cheers.
Haha, yes, I was, unfortunately running out of time with this one. The customer needed their car back so had to skip some of the checks I really wanted to film & had to just include them in my little talk at the end. You are right, wipers, washer fluid etc...its all important stuff which is often left off the more budget services. Glad you like the vids & many thanks for the feedback :-)
Adrian Daniel do you know why my demio would hold in gear too long in the lower gears the oil quality is still ok. Would it be the throttle sensor thing more so than an auto trans fault ?
Hey Andy I have a mazda demio 2005 I'm in hamiltion and currently trying to find out where to go for a full service and who is reliable. This video was super helpful thanks
Hello Andy and thank you this inspiring video. I have the same car, just with 1.25 engine. But I think all the things you have done are similar also to my engine. Anyway thank you once again and best regards from Czech republic :-)
I changed my air filter on my 2010 Mazda 2 today I and dicovered that the professional machanic that fitted old one had fitted it in wrong round thankfully I had watch your video beforehand and noticed his mistake
A lot of major mechanics get their apprentices to do services & other such menial tasks. Best you do those yourself & then leave them the more complex breakdowns.
I wonder if I can just replace the whole fascia and climate controls with the factory setup from a 2007 demo. If yes that would make this work much more simple.
Thanks for the great video! Was looking something about oil replace but found more useful info. I wonder if you could make more videos on this model, like gearbox oil replacement. Thanks!
Hi Andy, I have a mazda 121 metro 2001 and I'm having trouble finding where the cabin air filter is located. Do you have any idea? I would assume behind the glove box but I can't see anything that resembles a spot for it. Thanks.
Hi Christine, there is a chance that model doesn't have one? It's a basic car & given the age may not have had that system fitted. Hope that's of help Andy
Hi there Ive got a 2007 demio like this .I came across this video as I wanted to do my own atf . I pored atf in and had the level on 20c when car is off and cold . I started car an changed the gears like in vid and then it showed no reading on dipstick . Then I added more atf and its on 20c on max level while cars running . Switched car off and rechecked the level when it stood for 2 hours . The dipstick level was all the way passed the 20 and 65 mark . Is this correct or is there to much fluid in transmission . This is now my first attempt at doing my own atf . I have always changed my own engine oil and oil filter . This is new to me . Would really appreciate it if you could tell me if this is normal that level is so high when cold and on 20c when gears have been changed like in vid .
Just a thought here what is your opinion on adding a bit of diesel fuel into oil sump and let engine run a few minutes before draining out the oil, as I thought diesel is a good flushing agent, your thoughts please- excellent video Thku
Oh....the transmission filter wasn't due for a change at this service. When it comes back in for its next service I'll do that for sure. However,,this car is used by an old lady and she covers very few km each year. Thanks for your comments. Much appreciated. Cheers Andy
Andy Mechanic that's OK! Just needed to know how much to put inside as I've never changed my transmission filter before and my book is written in Japanese/Chinese
Hi there Ive got a 2007 demio like this .I came across this video as I wanted to do my own atf . I pored atf in and had the level on 20c when car is off and cold . I started car an changed the gears like in vid and then it showed no reading on dipstick . Then I added more atf and dod the gear thing and was on 20c mark max level while cars running . Switched car off and rechecked the level when it stood for 2 hours . The dipstick level was all the way passed the 20 and 65 mark . Is this correct or is there to much fluid in transmission . This is now my first attempt at doing my own atf . I have always changed my own engine oil and oil filter . This is new to me . Would really appreciate it if you could tell me if this is normal that level is so high when cold and on 20c when car has been started and gears have been changed like in vid .
Hi, you need to have the engine running & go through all the gears first to get the correct level. You will always get an over high level when the engine is off. Hope this helps Andy
Hi Andy! Thank you so much for this video it's a beaut! Can I ask where you buy your new sump plug washers? Not sure what size and where to buy them in Auckland. Thanks!
+TheLordMango Hi, pleased you like the video. You should be able to buy them from any Motor Factors such as Repco, Super Cheap Auto, Autostop etc....anywhere that sells you the oil filters should have them. Or, if you are after an assorted box of sump plug washers call ISL Industries (contact details in credits to my videos), they sell them too. Hope this helps. Cheers Andy
I'm pretty sure the Demio is sold as the Mazda 2 in North America, and if that's the case, the fuel filter SHOULD be tucked along the right side of the car beside the fuel tank, between the tank and the suspension support arm. You'll likely have to take the right rear wheel off to see it, and it may be hiding in a plastic cover. Then again, we only get the 2-door version of the Mazda 2 here in the States, so it may be a very different layout underneath from this nifty 4-door you've got here!
Yes, I think it is the Mazda 2 in quite a few Countries. With regards the fuel filter, I searched high and low under that car, I followed the fuel supply line from above the tank all the way to the fuel rail & no filter. Like you say, just like the forums I read up on, most have it just inside the wheel arch at the rear but not this car! It must either be in the tank, which personally I doubt, of mounted between the tank and the floor pan. Either way, it wasn't going to get changed, not this time round anyway! Thanks for the heads up.... Cheers Andy :-)
+Arnel Valeriano usually a thermostat is located at the engine block end of the top radiator hose. Sorry I don't know exactly on that vehicle but if you go onto Google images and search that you should get a good idea. Hope this helps. Cheers Andy
Greetings Andy, could you tell me what kind of oil does the automatic transmission of the 2006 Mazda demio use? Another question would be, where can I buy the service manual? thank you very much, greetings from Dominican Republic
Change oil every 10.000 km 5w30 mazda certified Trannyoil every 40.000 Sparkplugs every 40.000 lube brakes once a year Change brakefluid plus coolant every 3 years or every year if you're like me Change air filter every 40.000 These things are what i follow dear to heart
Most basic services are just glorified oil changes and checking/topping up fluid levels. Bit of a scam half the stuff they check is done on a wof check anyway
+Internet Guru Maybe, just maybe they have Electric power steering...that was about the time manufacturers started shifting to the non hydraulic type. Cheers Andy
thanks for ur video. I bought a 2005 demio with 1.3L engine in Auckland. I found my car's fuel consumption is poor, like 8+L/100km. I just drive it in Auckland. Is that a common level or it means I need to replace some parts of my car, spark plug or somethings else? cheers
+方言 that is high fuel consumption indeed but could be down to any one of many possible faults. Maybe your o2 sensor, throttle body, map sensor, TPS, idle speed control valve....the list goes on. It may be a blocked air filter or a blocked exhaust....need to do checks. ..
I think my car is not controlled by electronic throttle？ sorry, I am not sure the name of it, because the throttle can be controlled by a steel wire in engine compartment. Is the structure one of the reason of poor consumption？ by this structure，there are still that many senor stuff？ thanks a lot！
Well....they are pretty complicated, usually many wires intersecting various circuits in the loom to prevent the engine from starting & running. Often immobilizers will prevent the starter motor been energised. They often also cut power to the ignition coil primary & injectors too. Just 'removing' an immobilizer isn't that easy - for obvious reasons! Now some will have an over-ride key. If it has a lock on the side of the immobilizer box & you still have the key then you can turn off the immobilizer. Other than that you have a big job ahead of you unfortunately. Good Luck Andy :-)
I'm pretty sure it will though I don't have a service manual to hand. Maybe Eric O from the South Main Auto channel can help though he'll need to know the year and engine type too. Cheers Andy
Then it is possible that's all the vehicle has with regards a crank/cam position sensor. Unfortunately I haven't worked on these cars much - my main experience is with Yamaha motorcycles & ATVs. If you ask Eric O at South Main Auto he may be able to help. Other than that try downloading a service manual - you may have to pay a little but we'll worth it. Sorry I can't be of much help with this one. Andy
Being a slow learner and finding engines very difficult to understand, you've allowed me to understand more. I'm so grateful and sincerely appreciate your professional instructions, very helpful. Thank you.
Genuinely very useful and great as a New Zealander. Thank you. If I lived in Auckland I’d come to you for a service!
This man is my teacher im literally learning how to service my own car by watchn his vids thankku
Thanks for making this video Andy. I just bought an 06 demio/Mazda with 84,xxx km on the clock and I'll be following your tips and guides like a bible :)
The fuel filter is on the passenger side at the back of the fuel tank. Its near the rear passenger tire
WAUUW! I bought a car that got the oil filter just besides the oil pan
It is actually possible to engineer a car to be easy to work on in this day and age! :D
I want to buy this car soon. Hope you recommend it guys
This is amazing video, I have a similar car, but 1.5l Sport. My problem is finding a good mechanic and also at a good price. You explained everything so well. I have an issue with my Mazda Demio were there is a loud drive belt noise and vibration when cold or if the car is left sitting for a while. When in neutral or in park the noise goes but there is still a vibration. If you run the car for 30-40 minutes, it suddenly becomes very smooth and runs really well. I have had the tensioner replaced, the belt replaced and even the alternator (which had an issue with the clutch bearing) but still the noise is there. I have two mechanics look at it, one even took it all a part and tested everything that the belt ran through but can't find a fault. I haven't got the cash to keep changing things out, so any ideas would be great. I don't know where you are based? Interesting that the 2006 is using the same engine thats in the 2007/2008 car. (DE)
Thank you Andy, really well done instructions, can appreciate all that you have shown as i have car knowledge myself, the only aspect that i found surprising is that you do not use a torque wrench, i have learned through my own self taught endeavours with mechanicing that not using the correct torque can cause problems, surely if you are aiming to teach an inexperienced person to service a car then torque wrench instruction is important, it`l be interesting to hear your feedback. Thanks again, Tony
Hi Tony, you are correct in what you say. Mechanics should always use a torque wrench.
In my defense, the majority of viewers I imagine either don't have a torque wrench or at least one that hasn't been calibrated recently.
I would always recommend viewers refer to manufacturer's specifications for all repair jobs - unfortunately I doubt this happens often.
I do have lots of other videos where I do use a torque wrench and also quote the specs as I go along too...
Cheers Andy
Thank you for your very quick response, i fully understand your point. Tony.
All along I was screaming "Coolant level" ha ha, and then you mentioned it in the end.
Perhaps wiper blades and windscreen washer level and you have the perfect service.
I love your vids mate!
Cheers.
Haha, yes, I was, unfortunately running out of time with this one. The customer needed their car back so had to skip some of the checks I really wanted to film & had to just include them in my little talk at the end. You are right, wipers, washer fluid etc...its all important stuff which is often left off the more budget services. Glad you like the vids & many thanks for the feedback :-)
oooh thank you so much for this amazing video. YOU ARE VERY GOOD AT WHAT YOU DO SIR..
Adrian Daniel do you know why my demio would hold in gear too long in the lower gears the oil quality is still ok. Would it be the throttle sensor thing more so than an auto trans fault ?
Hi Andy, i have the same problem as well on my 2004 demio. Please help.
Hey Andy I have a mazda demio 2005 I'm in hamiltion and currently trying to find out where to go for a full service and who is reliable. This video was super helpful thanks
Hello Andy and thank you this inspiring video. I have the same car, just with 1.25 engine. But I think all the things you have done are similar also to my engine. Anyway thank you once again and best regards from Czech republic :-)
I heard the VTNZ 'service' ad yesterday on the radio. Crazy stuff
Appreciate this video, you very good at what you do. Gor a Yamaha logo at your chest but not everybody is perfect.
Great video mate! I wish I found it earlier.
Thanks Tim :-)
I changed my air filter on my 2010 Mazda 2 today I and dicovered that the professional machanic that fitted old one had fitted it in wrong round thankfully I had watch your video beforehand and noticed his mistake
A lot of major mechanics get their apprentices to do services & other such menial tasks.
Best you do those yourself & then leave them the more complex breakdowns.
I wonder if I can just replace the whole fascia and climate controls with the factory setup from a 2007 demo. If yes that would make this work much more simple.
The fuel filter is right in front of the gas tank, under the left side of the car, the oem one is a bit smaller that the replacement.
Thanks, I'll change it next time the car is in for its service and let customer know to budget for the extra labour. Cheers Andy
Andy Mechanic You are welcome
Fuel filter, there is a removable panel under the back seat.
Thanks for the great video! Was looking something about oil replace but found more useful info. I wonder if you could make more videos on this model, like gearbox oil replacement. Thanks!
Maybe one day, when the car comes back into the workshop. Cheers for the feedback. Andy
Hi Andy I have Mazda demio 2006 1.5, automatic and I would like to know the capacity of the gearbox oil. I only know that it uses ATF-MV oil
Hi Andy,
I have a mazda 121 metro 2001 and I'm having trouble finding where the cabin air filter is located. Do you have any idea? I would assume behind the glove box but I can't see anything that resembles a spot for it.
Thanks.
Hi Christine, there is a chance that model doesn't have one? It's a basic car & given the age may not have had that system fitted.
Hope that's of help
Andy
Hi there Ive got a 2007 demio like this .I came across this video as I wanted to do my own atf . I pored atf in and had the level on 20c when car is off and cold . I started car an
changed the gears like in vid and then it showed no reading on dipstick . Then I added more atf and its on 20c on max level while cars running . Switched car off and rechecked the level when it stood for 2 hours . The dipstick level was all the way passed the 20 and 65 mark . Is this correct or is there to much fluid in transmission . This is now my first attempt at doing my own atf . I have always changed my own engine oil and oil filter . This is new to me . Would really appreciate it if you could tell me if this is normal that level is so high when cold and on 20c when gears have been changed like in vid .
Mate I don’t know how you didn’t find the fuel filter. Literally is mounted in front of the tank on the left hand side of the car.
How do you remember where the bolts belong putting all the plastic stuff bck together?
Hello, my demio 2006 is jerking while accelerating, do you know what problem is??
Just a thought here what is your opinion on adding a bit of diesel fuel into oil sump and let engine run a few minutes before draining out the oil, as I thought diesel is a good flushing agent, your thoughts please- excellent video Thku
Appreciate it all but needed u to change the transmission filter as well
Oh....the transmission filter wasn't due for a change at this service. When it comes back in for its next service I'll do that for sure. However,,this car is used by an old lady and she covers very few km each year.
Thanks for your comments. Much appreciated. Cheers Andy
Andy Mechanic that's OK! Just needed to know how much to put inside as I've never changed my transmission filter before and my book is written in Japanese/Chinese
Hi Andy i really wanted to see you change the fuel filter
It's in the fuel tank and the customer wouldn't pay the labour to do it. Sorry
Hi there Ive got a 2007 demio like this .I came across this video as I wanted to do my own atf . I pored atf in and had the level on 20c when car is off and cold . I started car an
changed the gears like in vid and then it showed no reading on dipstick . Then I added more atf and dod the gear thing and was on 20c mark max level while cars running . Switched car off and rechecked the level when it stood for 2 hours . The dipstick level was all the way passed the 20 and 65 mark . Is this correct or is there to much fluid in transmission . This is now my first attempt at doing my own atf . I have always changed my own engine oil and oil filter . This is new to me . Would really appreciate it if you could tell me if this is normal that level is so high when cold and on 20c when car has been started and gears have been changed like in vid .
Hi, you need to have the engine running & go through all the gears first to get the correct level. You will always get an over high level when the engine is off.
Hope this helps
Andy
Andy can you -please tell me how to change the fuel filter?
hi, wheres the PCV valve located in the 1.3 Mazda Demio 2009 ? thx
hello sir do you have an online that recommend to buy some part of mazda? im from phillipines
Shouldn't we also check the blinker fluid level?
Haha! yes!! lol
Hi Andy! Thank you so much for this video it's a beaut! Can I ask where you buy your new sump plug washers? Not sure what size and where to buy them in Auckland. Thanks!
+TheLordMango Hi, pleased you like the video. You should be able to buy them from any Motor Factors such as Repco, Super Cheap Auto, Autostop etc....anywhere that sells you the oil filters should have them.
Or, if you are after an assorted box of sump plug washers call ISL Industries (contact details in credits to my videos), they sell them too.
Hope this helps. Cheers Andy
I'm pretty sure the Demio is sold as the Mazda 2 in North America, and if that's the case, the fuel filter SHOULD be tucked along the right side of the car beside the fuel tank, between the tank and the suspension support arm. You'll likely have to take the right rear wheel off to see it, and it may be hiding in a plastic cover. Then again, we only get the 2-door version of the Mazda 2 here in the States, so it may be a very different layout underneath from this nifty 4-door you've got here!
Yes, I think it is the Mazda 2 in quite a few Countries. With regards the fuel filter, I searched high and low under that car, I followed the fuel supply line from above the tank all the way to the fuel rail & no filter. Like you say, just like the forums I read up on, most have it just inside the wheel arch at the rear but not this car! It must either be in the tank, which personally I doubt, of mounted between the tank and the floor pan. Either way, it wasn't going to get changed, not this time round anyway! Thanks for the heads up.... Cheers Andy :-)
A few smaller Mazdas have super expensive in tank filters
hillllllllllllllllllllllll andy where is the thermostat located mazda demio 2002?tnx
Andy Mechanic hi
whereas thermostat located which part of the motor mazda demio 2002
+Arnel Valeriano usually a thermostat is located at the engine block end of the top radiator hose. Sorry I don't know exactly on that vehicle but if you go onto Google images and search that you should get a good idea. Hope this helps. Cheers Andy
Greetings Andy, could you tell me what kind of oil does the automatic transmission of the 2006 Mazda demio use? Another question would be, where can I buy the service manual? thank you very much, greetings from Dominican Republic
Thank you. Bless you! Love your daily video's. And like you I can't wait for the rapture!!❤
Does the same thing apply, engine/oil type etc for the mazda 2008? 😁
Excellent video, I would like to get the mazda demoio 2006 service manual, can you guide me where I can get it?
Change oil every 10.000 km 5w30 mazda certified
Trannyoil every 40.000
Sparkplugs every 40.000
lube brakes once a year
Change brakefluid plus coolant every 3 years or every year if you're like me
Change air filter every 40.000
These things are what i follow dear to heart
Most basic services are just glorified oil changes and checking/topping up fluid levels. Bit of a scam half the stuff they check is done on a wof check anyway
Any idea where the vvt filter screen is located?
No idea....never heard of that!
Sir i was reqiesting of a video to replace the fuel filter of a mazda demio 2002
I genuinely thought he was British until he said he’s in New Zealand 🇳🇿😂
Born in Kendal & lived in England until 2009 :-)
Hi Andy loved your video, I learnt alot one quick question tho where can I find the power steering reservoir on the mazda demio 2006?
+Internet Guru Maybe, just maybe they have Electric power steering...that was about the time manufacturers started shifting to the non hydraulic type.
Cheers Andy
Andy Mechanic thanks a million
Hi I have that exact model so is the penriteDX III atf oil one of the recommended types for the car?
Yep. Penrite list that oil for that model of car
Cheers Andy
cheers
@@AndyMechanic
Where it's located the pollen filter for demio 2004?????
Andy necesito ayuda con mi Mazda demio
Hi Andy new sub here great video thanks for sharing, could you tell me where the thermostat is located on this car thanks
Changing plugs on a 4 banger should be easy lol but Mazda made it difficult unbelievable
what size and type of sump plug washer did you use ?
As is often the case, the sump plug washer wasn't replaced, though it should be. Parts guy didn't order.....again!
Cheers Andy
hi Andy I'm new to the channel, do you service cars or have a garage?
Yes, I do do a little external work but not much, mainly focus on motorcycle & ATV repairs and servicing.
Cheers Andy
thanks for ur video. I bought a 2005 demio with 1.3L engine in Auckland. I found my car's fuel consumption is poor, like 8+L/100km. I just drive it in Auckland. Is that a common level or it means I need to replace some parts of my car, spark plug or somethings else? cheers
+方言 that is high fuel consumption indeed but could be down to any one of many possible faults. Maybe your o2 sensor, throttle body, map sensor, TPS, idle speed control valve....the list goes on. It may be a blocked air filter or a blocked exhaust....need to do checks. ..
I think my car is not controlled by electronic throttle？ sorry, I am not sure the name of it, because the throttle can be controlled by a steel wire in engine compartment. Is the structure one of the reason of poor consumption？ by this structure，there are still that many senor stuff？ thanks a lot！
The AA bronze service is just a glorified oil change and checking the bloody horn and fluid levels that anyone can do . What a scam
Hi I am interested in an ac condenser for Mazda Demio.
How do I disable my car alarm for my Mazda demio 2000 I lost my alarm remote
It's got a imobilizer
Well....they are pretty complicated, usually many wires intersecting various circuits in the loom to prevent the engine from starting & running. Often immobilizers will prevent the starter motor been energised. They often also cut power to the ignition coil primary & injectors too.
Just 'removing' an immobilizer isn't that easy - for obvious reasons! Now some will have an over-ride key. If it has a lock on the side of the immobilizer box & you still have the key then you can turn off the immobilizer.
Other than that you have a big job ahead of you unfortunately.
Good Luck
Andy :-)
Damn it, that LOGO down right is hiding too much...
So where is the actual location of the fuel filter in this model?
found out its in front of the tank towards the front end
Could also just have taken out 1.2 litres from the 5 litre bottle and then poured
Directly from the oil bottle. 😉
Yes
Loved the video, thank you
Where u based?
Not too far from Taupo New Zealand
I wonder if you could help me, does this car have a crank sensor? many thanks
I'm pretty sure it will though I don't have a service manual to hand. Maybe Eric O from the South Main Auto channel can help though he'll need to know the year and engine type too.
Cheers Andy
@@AndyMechanic hi :) It has one in the distributor. It's working ok, so I haven't bothered getting a 2nd hand distributor
Then it is possible that's all the vehicle has with regards a crank/cam position sensor. Unfortunately I haven't worked on these cars much - my main experience is with Yamaha motorcycles & ATVs. If you ask Eric O at South Main Auto he may be able to help.
Other than that try downloading a service manual - you may have to pay a little but we'll worth it.
Sorry I can't be of much help with this one.
Andy