2008 Mazda AZ Wagon: Recurring Check Engine Light, Decreased Power, Increased Fuel Consumption, and Possible Throttle Valve Potentiometer Issue

Hey there, I had a similar issue with my 2010 Mazda Biante, seems like we're in the same boat. As for my level of car expertise, I'd say I have some experience - not an expert by any means yet, but I know my way around a bit. I took my Biante to a local workshop last year when I was getting a similar problem. Turns out, the internal mechanics of the throttle valve were messed up. The damage was pretty severe so I ended up paying 345 Euro in total for them to fix it. Worth every penny, given the smooth ride I'm having since. Enough of my story though, let's get back to you. Which model of the AZ Wagon do you have? Also, have you taken it to a mechanic yet? Armed with some more details, maybe I could give a few more practical suggestions. Cheers back at ya!

Hey, thanks for the swift reply. Good to hear that your Biante got sorted in the end. It's a relief when you know what's wrong and it gets fixed properly! As for my AZ Wagon, its a basic 2008 Mazda. Haven't seen a mechanic yet but I'm planning to do that soon. The thing is she is behaving like she's way past her prime when she only has 26810 KM on her. Seriously, I'm bummed out seeing her behaving this way. I guess every car has its days, eh? Well, gotta find a reliable workshop for her. Any recommendations to help me zoom zoom again? Thanks!

Howdy! It's a bit disheartening when a car starts acting up prematurely, but don't worry - we'll get your Mazda back to its prime! Given the low mileage on your Mazda, it might be a freak occurrence, potentially. I had about double the KM on my Biante when she started troubling me. But don’t lose hope, you gotta remember that even the best machines can have their problems, right? I've experienced it myself, so I can relate! As far as recommendations go, I took my Biante to this workshop called "Auto Fix Spot". They're skilled, professional and reasonably priced. Mind you, I paid those 345 Euro for some serious damage. So hopefully it won't be that much for your car if it is indeed the throttle valve potentiometer issue - in fact, they ran a diagnostic on my car for free before they started work on it. If anything, whatever’s causing your issue will be properly diagnosed and treated at the workshop. Then you can finally enjoy the zoom-zoom again. Best of luck, and keep us posted on how it goes!

Rightio! You've actually put me at ease. Gotta love good old problems! Not really the good kind in this case, but you got me there - even the best can have their weird moments. Sounds like "Auto Fix Spot" is the go-to place for a reliable fix. I think having a proper diagnostic can help figure out what's going on. I'll definitely reach out to them and see what they reckon about the situation. Until then, hey, bit of a problem or not, gotta bask in the joy of good-old manual troubleshooting, right? Will keep you posted on how it goes. Cheers!