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    I Didn't Know This (about the CX-5)

    Thanks for a great tip.
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    2017 CX-5 High pitch noise when accelerating

    Does the noise change when you brake? Make sure there is not a small rock or gravel between brake rotor and pad.
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    CX-5 Brake noise after replacing rotors and pads

    What grease did you use? Make sure you are using high temp brake grease.
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    CX-90 Reviews are out

    Toyota mechanic reviews CX-90: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dral93gmVkM
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    Replacing my CX-5 front brake rotors

    I would typically use a box end wrench (preferably 6 pt) with a rubber mallet.
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    2019 CX-5 Rear camera rain water issue

    Be careful. The camera lens is plastic and original Rain X is for glass only: https://www.rainx.com/faq/rainx-original-glass-treatment-safe-use-plastics-motorcycle-windshields-atvs/
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    Windshield Cowl Drain Clogged

    There is no drain tube. That channel where all of the leaves collect provides the drain path for the cowl. Try pouring water into the hole on the passenger side of the windshield cowl and watch where the water exits. I did use a coat hanger and there were a lot of leaves in there.
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    Windshield Cowl Drain Clogged

    We recently experience a lot of rain and noticed that the windshield cowl trim under the passenger side wiper was holding water. The little drain hole in the cowl was clogged. Here is how to unclog the drain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G12FkJY9SYU
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    2017~2024 CX-5 Mechanical Review

    Interesting mechanical review of the CX-5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWNNE7oXnL4 Did you know that the transmission has an old fashioned dipstick?
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    Costco Interstate Batteries - Standard or AGM?

    I would suggest you stay with standard flooded battery. The CX-5 is not designed to optimally charge AGM. Plus, AGM batteries are more costly. Speaking of cost, the CX-5 can take either a group 35 or 26r battery. The Walmart Everstart 26r provides 540 CCA which is comparable to the OEM...
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    Accessories for 2023 CX-5 Premium

    My daughter just took delivery of a new 2023 CX-5. She ordered Cargo Cover KB7W-V1-350 and it fit perfectly.
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    2023 Mazda CX-5 Reviewed by Mechanic

    This Toyota Master Mechanic reviewed the 2022 CX-5 last year. He now takes a look at the 2023: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_2YILnKPLo
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    CX-5 Fuel efficiency, comfort and handling

    This is a very interesting comparison. I'm surprised by the results. For the 17s, did you use OEM size (225/65) tires? Did you calculate MPG or use MPG numbers from the dash display?
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    2023 Non-Turbo CX-5 all have CD!

    It is my understanding that all normally aspirated Mazda 2.5L since 2018 have CD.
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    2017~2024 Toyota Mechanic reviews CX-5

    Interesting review of 2022 CX-5 by a Toyota mechanic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFIxjBDlVkc
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    Brand new CX-5 Turbo Vibration at 55-67mph

    I've had a variety of new cars over the past fifty years. Two cars had vibration issues that the dealers could not figure out. One was a Honda and another was a BMW. In both cases, the problem was bad front brake rotors.
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    Biggest tire possible

    Factory rims are 7" wide. My understanding is widest tire would be 235mm. Do a search on this forum. Others going wider than 235 have had to get aftermarket rims.
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    Infotainment ver. 74.00.230A

    No replies so I will just reply with a follow up: I downgraded to 70.00.367A and the HD radio stations came back.
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    Infotainment ver. 74.00.230A

    I just updated my 2017 from firmware 70.00.352b to 74.00.230a. The update procedure was easy and took about a half hour. Everything appears to be ok except for the radio. About half of the HD radio stations that I use to get, no longer work. Has anyone else seen this?
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    Poll Based on looks alone - CX-50 or CX-5

    I voted for the CX-5. I actually prefer the silhouette of the CX-50 but the excessive black plastic cladding and the fake black plastic vents turn me off.
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