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    Anyone try Max Brakes and Rotors

    Has anyone tried these https://smile.amazon.com/Max-KT008431-Premium-Slotted-Drilled/dp/B00IO98JKW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478764602&sr=8-1&keywords=mazda+5+brake+kit or these http://maxbrakes.com/i-16293093-oe-replacement-combo-brake-kit.html? These are about the price of 2 centric rotors.
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    Best way to reinstall Stretch Fit A/C Belt?

    Hi, Been reading about how to replace the a/c belt. Since it is a "stretch fit", it appears that you need to use a special tool. I'm planning to use a Gate's belt. I read that the Gate's tool for installing the belt doesn't work very well. What have people used? What would you recommend...
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    100k mile maintenance, replace tensioner or tensioner pulley?

    Hi, Coming up on my 100k maintenance (2006 Mazda5). Besides the usual oil & fluids, sparks, etc., I'm going to also replace the belts. Is it recommended to replace the tensioner at this time, or tensioner pulley? The tensioner is ~$70-$80, the pulley ~$15. How about power steering fluid...
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    Question about Shocks - pressure mean anything?

    Hi, curious about something. I just replaced the oem rear shocks with new KYBs. The old shocks have a lot more resistance to slow compression than the new ones. I've looked for info on the web but can't find anything. The shocks have 93k on them. I guess it's good that they still have...
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    Actuator Broken or wiring?

    Our driver's sliding door locks ok with the remote, but is unable to open. Is this common for door actuator failures? From what I saw in older threads, when the actuator fails, it can't lock or unlock. I don't want to buy the part and not fix the problem :-). I also don't want to take the...
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    Two Different NGK Irdium Sparkplugs?

    I'm confused. It appears there are 2 different NGK Irdium sparkplugs for my 2006 Mazda 5 Sport (http://www.ngksparkplugs.com/part_finder/car_truck_suv/results.asp). Amazon says only this (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BYB8HE/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER) is...
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    I'm Confused - which sway bar brushings

    Hi All, I think I'm getting the dreaded clunk/squeak from my sway bar bushings (2006 M5 ~75,000 miles). I read all the postings and am more confused about the options. It appears that the swaybars are 23mm front, 20mm back, but some are using 19 mm on the back? Which is correct? For the...
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    Anyone install MLV in Mazda 5 door?

    Has anyone tried installing Mass Loaded Vinyl in their Mazda 5 front doors. I'm thinking about it, but wasn't sure if I should try to put the MLV between the plastic inner skin and the door, or between the panel and the plastic inner skin. Both of the locations appear to be a pain to do...
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    Anyone try installing Infinity Reference 6030cs 6.5-Inch 270-Watt Two-Way Component?

    Hi, I'm thinking about getting these http://www.amazon.com/Infinity-Reference-6030cs-6-5-Inch-Component/dp/B002BS5YAA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1362295734&sr=8-1&keywords=Infinity+Reference+6030cs+6.5-Inch+270-Watt+Two-Way+Component+System I know I have to make/buy an adapter plate, but is the...
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    Momentarily Unable to Unlock Doors

    I've searched the threads and haven't seen this one. Yesterday - was unable to unlock the doors using the switch in the drivers door and the remote. I was able to manually unlock the doors, but couldn't open the hatch. Drove home, restarted car and the problem was gone. Anyone seen this...
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    So What ATF to use now?

    Hi, The spec sheets for Mobil 1, Castrol & Valvoline no longer list Mazda M-V compatibility. Wonder why that changed? I emailed Valvoline, they say use their MaxLife ATF (but not Mazda isn't listed in spec sheet). I don't want to use Mazda M-V since we had to get our new transmission...
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    Mazda5 with CEL P1026 & Thermostat Replacement

    I was getting occasional CEL P0126s, so I decided to replace the thermostat on a 2006 Mazda5 1) Drained radiator from drain hole on driver's side of radiator - a little over 1 gal of fluid 2) Removed overflow tank (empty & clean) and all hoses from radiator neck for hand access 3) Did not...
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    Anyone Installed Hella Micro DE Foglights in Their Mazda5

    I'm thinking about putting fog lights in my M5, but don't want to pay for the OEM. Has anyone installed the Hella Micro DE foglights in their M5, was it hard to mount? How about the the M5 foglights off of Ebay - "Autopia Xenon White Fog Light Kit". Any experiences would be helpful. David
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