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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    Hello, was somebody able to get shacking side mirror fixed on 2014 model? I'm asking because some people states they have got an appointment. Could you share your experience? My TSB is on back up order, ATA unknown. It looks like Mazda don't has a solution for 2014 model yet...
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    What did you pay for your CX-5?

    Hi b_scott, I pulled MSRP prices from edmunds.com for features you listed above: Rear Parking Sensors - 475 Roof Rack - 250 Retractable Cargo Cover - 200 Door Sill Trim Plates - 125 Rear Bumper Guard - 100 Total: 1,150 All that stuff, you can get from amazon.com or other websites...
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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    Originally, my dealership ordered parts according to TSB as well. But Mazda rejected it, because mirror/hood shake shouldn't occur on 2014 models based on changes they applied. Thereafter, my car was 3 times in the shop to get TSB approved for my car. However, without my photos and videos it...
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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    Last update: "C/R driver side mirror vibration and hood rattle. Sublet vehicle to tire shop for road force and balance. Road tested and mirror is still vibrating. Special ordered mirror and hood repair supplies per mazda tac." Basically, Mazda wants an alignment and tire balance to "eliminate"...
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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    Those TSBs are not applicable to 2014 models. Please pay attention to the limitation on the top of first page.
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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    Thank you, as you confirmed, vibrating mirror was not easy to catch. Fortunately, my camcorder has a view finder. So that, I was able to secure camcorder between headrest and the seat itself. Then played with zoom(zoom) and finally just need to push the record button while driving. Some videos...
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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    Here are some videos from vibrating mirror: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TD2ggWQgSww http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyotRCF30wk Shaking hood: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXEFwGRft1g Loose points under the hood: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHtxlZHwnBc
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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    Please find the result from my dealership inspection below: "C/R driver side mirror vibrates at highway speed. Test drove car with 275 miles on vehicle and noticed a slight vibration at highway speed. -- Test drove vehicle again with 1989 miles and no vibration was evident. C/R hood vibrates at...
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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    Mazda USA requires proof of shaking hood and mirror for 2014 model. I've scheduled an appointment on July 9th with local dealer, to have them record both issues on video. I'll post results of my claim thereafter. You need to call Mazda USA directly and they will advise you on further steps...
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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    Nobody assumes more blinding (like light accumulation) due to vibrating mirror. I was talking about more distraction... Please read my post in full.
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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    I don't know if it bothers me or not to know that I bought a new car with some minor defects. However, my main concern in connection with shaking parts of this vehicle is how it affects the driving ability, especially at night. On my previous car, side mirrors had a blue tint with dimming...
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    2014 CX-5 Hood TSB?

    Here is my story: I've had 2 weeks to buy a car for my new job. I've own in Germany Opel Kadett, Honda Accord, 3-series BMW. My cars in US - VW Passat wagon and 320i BMW. Never bought new vehicle, always used one. Now, since my family had a good experience with RAV4, I started to look for a SUV...
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    What did you pay for your CX-5?

    Congratulation! Would you please share your dealer's name?
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