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    Horrible ground noise after amp install

    My guess is bad ground. Also don't try to ground everything in one place, find the shortest path to BARE metal.
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    2017~2025 CX-5 PAC AOEM-MAZ2 adapter install help

    while I can appreciate the effort to upgrade the speaker cable.. for the sake of technical discussion this article goes into the why's you may or may not want to upgrade. https://soundcertified.com/what-size-speaker-wire-guide/ Wire Gauge Length/Power for 8 Ohm Speakers Length/Power for 4...
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    Amplifier install on 2016 CX-5 Bose with PAC AOEM-MAZ2 adapter

    If you test individually definitely report back :)
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    2017~2025 CX-5 PAC AOEM-MAZ2 adapter install help

    This is an old post by now.. did the install happen? Factory speaker wire is going to be just fine. As @bTwix eluded to above to use the factory wiring just tap the signal BEFORE the Bose amp, then feed the aftermarket amplifier signal to the harness AFTER the Bose Amp. Unplug the center...
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    Amplifier install on 2016 CX-5 Bose with PAC AOEM-MAZ2 adapter

    ahh yes well established brand names vs the copy cats (stuff sold at the swap meet) again a tale as old as time. here is a list from 2007: https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/copy-cac-good-bad-ugly/ that same list then gets copy/pasted and a bit modified in 2011...
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    Amplifier install on 2016 CX-5 Bose with PAC AOEM-MAZ2 adapter

    Just a heads up that most every manufacture has a entry level, mid level, and high level product line. Rockford Fosgate has 3 different product lines : Prime < Punch < Power Infinity also has three model lines Primus < Reference < Kappa It get even more confusing in the JL Audio line...
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    2017~2025 How much abuse can the CX-5 take?

    some relevant previous discussions: https://www.mazdas247.com/forum/index.php?threads/offroad-cx5.123872613/ https://www.mazdas247.com/forum/index.php?threads/cx-5-2019-signature-off-road-build.123872446/#post-6691617...
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    CX-5 Home button sticking

    There has been numerous threads here for "commander knob" stop doing <something>. An $800 dollar fix seems excessive. The part is about $200, and that portion is quite easy to get to using simple hand tools. This might help you find the part you are looking for (yes I realize this is for an...
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    Whacky After Visit To Car Wash

    Exactly - the assumption that a car wash is "so simple" that "anyone has that skill" -- different people have different skills and experiences. The thought exercise here is that OP was "wrong" for even taking the car to a service provider in the first place because "if you want something done...
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    Whacky After Visit To Car Wash

    I'll bite. So when you need <insert any> surgery do you open a medical training book and perform the process on yourself or a loved one? I know this motto is quaint and lends itself to a more simpler times, but each time I see it or hear it I know the person is stating a very specific set of...
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    JDM rear low profile headrests

    2021 K157-88-240 02 - Black GT Leather with Black Stitching Found here: Mazda_CX5_knowledge_sharing
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    2017~2025 Buffing Out The Scratches

    sounds like you need some PPF (paint protection film). Yes the initial price is going to be significant, but the protection is going to be MUCH better than anything from a bottle. Of course like so many products there will be a balance between price and performance, and stating which is "best"...
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    2016 CX-5 Bose Edition Stereo Replacement - Is it possible?

    would this be helpful: https://www.mazdas247.com/forum/index.php?threads/radio-unit-connectors-pinout.123846969/ or perhaps (note it says Mazda 6 but it is well documented the CX-5 is the same)...
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    2021 10-speaker Bose CX-5 Frequency Response Curves

    I met her in Kansas City after she set her world record. The nicest person in car audio at the time -- period. She answered every question like it was the first time she had ever heard it and she took the time to interact with anyone who showed interest in the Bronco. I believe the story goes...
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    Fixing Folding Rear View Mirror

    Sounds like a great experience with the local dealer. A good result.
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    2017~2025 New CX-5 lease - no Nav card or Tow Hook (really?)

    ahh yes the missing tie down eyelet / hook. https://www.mazdas247.com/forum/index.php?threads/did-anyone-get-a-tie-down-hook.123871916/ https://www.mazdas247.com/forum/index.php?threads/tow-hooks.123858412/
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    2017~2025 Suma Performance Side Mirrors for CX-5 Possible

    don't even unbox them. Get ahold of Eddy now. ------------ Hi CX5_Driver, It looks like there are two different mirrors for the second gen, and we didn't make the type for later years. We'll need to refund you. Could you use this return label (LINK) and provide us tracking#. Once we've...
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    2017~2025 Suma Performance Side Mirrors for CX-5 Possible

    more updates.. mine are going back.... today in email... " Hi CX5_Driver, It looks like there are two different mirrors for the second gen, and we didn't make the type for later years. We'll need to refund you. Could you use this return label (LINK) and provide us tracking#. Once we've...
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