Air Suspension category referenceSpecial order · Estimated lead time: typically 2-4 weeks
99-03 Mazda Protege - Airtech Executive Air Suspension
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Verify fitment- Four 36-way air struts, four vehicle-matched air bags and four ride-height sensors
- 5-gallon lightweight air tank with two 1/4 in and two 3/8 in ports, mounted on a black carpeted board
- One VIAIR 444C compressor, 165–200 psi pressure switch and two 30 A relays
- Four-corner electronic control unit, full-color OLED remote, vehicle charger and separate backup remote
- 25 m of 1/4 in air line, 1 m of 10 mm air line, power wire and the listed tank/control fittings
- Application-specific tool kit with spanner wrenches, damping knobs and brake-line brackets, plus the owner’s manual
- Ships from Mesa, AZ
- 12-month limited warranty
- Special order: typically 2-4 weeks
Specifications — CMZ020-AEX
Product details
Mazda Protege owners from 1999 to 2003 do not often see air suspension on the menu, but the Airtech Executive system is listed here for the BF body. It manages four corners with ride-height sensors and an electronic control unit, and a full-color OLED remote shows the pressure in each bag and in the tank. A backup remote comes along, and the main remote charges from the included vehicle charger.
The struts carry 36-way damping and adjustable lower mounts, the bags are matched to the vehicle, and one VIAIR 444C compressor feeds a 5-gallon lightweight tank through a 165–200 psi pressure switch and two 30 A relays. Air line, power wire, fittings, a tool kit and the owner's manual are included. Camber-adjustable top mounts can be added on certain MacPherson-strut applications, so ask a technician. The 323 for 1999 to 2003 is also listed; verify fitment with the checker before you order.
Supported features
The OLED color-screen remote displays tank and bag pressure at all four corners and charges from the included vehicle charger. A standard 4-button backup remote is included.
36 levels of damping adjustment on every strut using the included damping knob.
Sleeve-type and double-bellow bags engineered to match the vehicle and its OEM suspension design.
Fine-tune ride height at any pressure through the adjustable lower mount.
One VIAIR 444C compressor, a 165–200 psi pressure switch and two 30 A relays are included. Raise time depends on the vehicle, plumbing, pressure and installation.
Available on certain MacPherson-strut applications.
Compatible applications (2)
Choices for this system
Basic (paddle valves and gauge), Deluxe (electronic switches and remote), Pro Plus (OLED remote, four-corner control) and Executive (adds height sensors and auto-leveling) are separate part numbers for this vehicle; compare them on the Air Suspension page.
Available on certain MacPherson-strut applications; ask a technician whether they apply to this vehicle.
The kit includes an OLED color-screen remote plus a standard 4-button backup remote.
Installation
Bolt-on struts with supplied hoses, wiring and manuals; professional installation is recommended. Recheck the system after the first 500 miles or one month; to check for leaks, inflate to 70 psi and spray each fitting with soapy water.
Air suspension setup and careWarranty & service
12-month limited warranty to the original purchaser against defects in materials and workmanship. Racing use, exterior finish and improperly installed or modified parts are not covered; keep your original invoice for any claim.
Warranty terms and service requestsOther published pages for MPN CMZ020-AEX
These page names share this MPN; they do not confirm fitment. Verify your vehicle before ordering.