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    Fuel Injector replacement or servicing

    My Integras all gave me trouble with FI when they reach about 120k miles. 2013 MZ5 115k miles in excellent condition: I did smell gas after a 500ft drive and when I got off. City mileage is also about 20. So wondering about replacing it - any advice? Any pattern of FI going bad? Also, other...
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    DIY Induction service alternative?

    Dealer wants a lot for Induction service. Any DIY alternative? One I know is using Fuel system cleaner to gas. Find a good fuel system cleaner? Which one? Car has 115k. Just changed the spark plugs to OEM specs.
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    For Sale (Unverified) New Mazda 2017-2024 CX-5 OEM Floor Mats Set

    New Mazda CX-5 OEM Floor Mats Set 2017-2024 Black color KBG6-68G40, 68G30 68666 68667 PA6 No Shipping San Jose, CA $40
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    Easy way to do DIY Power Steering fluid change?

    What is an easy way to do ps fluid change, DIY? I used to do my honda easily. But MZ5 has one on top of another making it difficult to suck it out? Tips for diy'ers?
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    Fuel Induction Cleaning needed? No check engine light?

    Nope
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    What have you done to your Mazda5 today?

    Fight Go higher up
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    Fuel Induction Cleaning needed? No check engine light?

    Some people in this forum mentioned that they did Fuel Induction Cleaning, Dealer is asking $500. My car drives fine at 110k. I just got the new spark plugs as per OEM spec. Paid $70 So wondering if I need to spend that kind of money? I have cleaned throttle body on my Integra. I could do it...
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    2015 Mazda3 Inspection questions

    The first time I test drove a used 2015 Mazda 3. 1) Am I correct that the seat is a bit lower compared to the Dash? Meaning front visibility needed for parking for a newly licensed driver might be a bit difficult? 2) Auto tranny does not have dipstick? 3) The carpets, especially trunk, looked...
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    Difference between Laser Iridium vs Iridium Spark plugs?

    Dealer said NGK Laser Iridium Plug Number LTR5BI-13 Spark Plug - 90083 NGK site lists several starting from: NGK Laser Iridium Plug Number LTR5BI-13 Spark Plug - 90083 100k lifespan as per NGK Then there is NGK Iridium IX Plug Number LTR5IX-11 Spark Plug - 4344 50k lifespan as per NGK One is...
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    What tools are useful to remove the engine oil filter?

    What tools are useful to remove the engine oil filter? I might start doing it myself.
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    Is there a way to tell if the previous owner changed spark plugs?

    Does Mazda put any special color?
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    Is there a way to tell if the previous owner changed spark plugs?

    2013 Sport Auto with 110k. I got it with 85k in good shape. Is there a way to tell if the previous owner changed the sparks? If that matters, I did 160 (2x80) miles mostly freeway and it gave 30mpg. I did 75mph, and 20mph when the freeway was trafficy. I just recently used Red bottle additive...
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    When should I change the spark plugs?

    Rock Auto Gap is different as of now. Watch out for gap, 0.052
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    When should I change the spark plugs?

    Called NGK - they told me Laser Iridium - LTR5BI-13. Stock# 90083 And to be changed every 75k The plastic dust cover - do you just pull it off? I never opened it - tips?
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    When should I change the spark plugs?

    2013 Sport Auto I bought it with 88k. Now its 110k. When is the optimal time to change the sparks? Can u tell if the previous owner changed the sparks? Anyone know the OEM part #? Brand?
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