Another CAI question (oh no!)

[beldecca]

So, new '10 M5 GT - thinking of adding a CAI. Talked to my dealer b/c I have the 100k warranty (and I don't want to mess that up). Service manager says he'll only warrant repairs if I use the Mazdaspeed version ie products produced by Mazda (I know it isn't, but I'm not going to correct him at this point).

So crux of the question, will any Mazdaspeed 3 CAI work on a '10 M5?

Related question: many parts list 06-07 M5's or 08-09 M5's, not alot mention '10's. Anyone have knowledge / experience what might or might not fit on the most recent 5?

 

[Robotazky]

Only difference in the '10 is cosmetic stuff like removal of the door strip, removal of the fender blinker, etc.

 

[njaremka]

be careful ordering a mazdaspeed3 intake, because its likely for the turbo model. they dont make one for the regular 3.

 

[beldecca]

be careful ordering a mazdaspeed3 intake, because its likely for the turbo model. they dont make one for the regular 3.

Huh, I thought that there was a Mazdaspeed that would work for the non-turbo 3 - guess I was misinformed. Back to the drawing board.

 

[AIMWO4]

Strange. I have a K&N CAI, and my warranty is fine. Any other dealers around?

 

[beldecca]

Strange. I have a K&N CAI, and my warranty is fine. Any other dealers around?

That's what I thought would be the thing. Who knows, maybe I got the service manager on a bad day or something. There are some different dealerships around. So if they are a pain - I could go some where else.

Don't you just love the dealership dance?

 

[burgmo3]

That's what I thought would be the thing. Who knows, maybe I got the service manager on a bad day or something. There are some different dealerships around. So if they are a pain - I could go some where else.

Don't you just love the dealership dance?

They can only void your warranty if they can prove the aftermarket part caused the problem. Most dealerships aren't going to say anything about an intake or exhaust.

 

[SGT_OKINAWA]

There is a huge thread around here with this same topic and a huge response list and pictures and links and everything a guy needs, etc. (moderator care to adjust ??) Just saying. (pow)

Peace!(rei)

 

[MazdaSpeeder]

They can only void your warranty if they can prove the aftermarket part caused the problem. Most dealerships aren't going to say anything about an intake or exhaust.

Not to be a jerk, but while this sounds like it should be true, it isn't. Search around and you will find a lot of guys who have had their warranties voided because of aftermarket parts despite the fact that these parts had nothing to do with their problem. Mazda is bad about this, and you don't want to risk it. If they void it one place, it will pop in every computer in every Mazda shop. If you get a CAI, just save the stock intake and reinstall before taking it in for service. Unless you have a service manager that has made it very clear to you that he is cool with mods (and even this would still make me uncomfortable), don't bring a modded car in for warranty service.

Bear in mind that a CAI may not have caused your oil pump to seize and your engine to blow, but serious repairs also trigger a Mazda North America rep inspection. They're looking for a reason to not have to shell out for the repair, and that pipe with "Injen" on the side is it.

...and the Magnusson-Moss act is supposed to protect the consumer in cases like this, but it is extremely difficult to enforce and I have never heard of a successful case for the consumer. Many have tried, but it's not worth it.

 

[beldecca]

...and the Magnusson-Moss act is supposed to protect the consumer in cases like this, but it is extremely difficult to enforce and I have never heard of a successful case for the consumer. Many have tried, but it's not worth it.

I guess this is what's going on inside my head. Makes me wonder about Short Ram rather than Cold Air - mainly because the sound easier to get back in if I have a CEL light on and need to get it to the dealership fast.

 

[MazdaSpeeder]

Let me clarify...it's definitely worth it to mod, providing that you know the risks you are taking and are prepared to cover your tracks before taking the vehicle in for warranty service. It's not worth it to try and contest a voided warranty...by then, it's too late to do anything.