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    Why do my traction and tpms lights come on at the same time?

    My car just started doing the same thing. I am hoping just a cleaning of the sensor and ring, which I will try to get to tomorrow. Does anyone know if the car computer will store a trouble code? and if so, Is Mazda the only place that can pull the code? The parts store says they can only pull...
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    Coverking front seat covers

    I've had these seat covers on for about 10 months. I was cleaning my car today and decided to take the seat bottoms off for a good cleaning. I was surprised to see how much dirt was underneath the covers. Not sure if it is doing more harm than protecting. The dirt was imbedded deep into the seat...
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    Installation of OE brake pad (what's with the 2 types of grease provided?

    The directions are very vague. But after reading a few times I was able to figure out what the directions said. It had pictures of the pads and a shaded part of it with the color to be used. One was for the back of the pad. and the other was for the sliding part ( top and bottom ) of the pad. I...
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    Cover for exposed USB cubby?

    If you dont want to plug and unplug it every time, I would just go with a small flash drive. It wont be noticeable if just left in. This is the one I am using and works perfect. Although I dont know of a way to go in and find specific songs like the iPad. I can create different folders of music.
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    CX-5 broken into

    Even if Mazda put a lock on the glove box, it would not have stopped them. It would have just been more damage if there was a lock. A locked door did not stop them.
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    Sunshade recommendations for front windshield? 2016 CX-5

    I got this one from amazon, and happy with it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HA1O7CO/?tag=m20b7-20
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    Cx-5 start/stop button flashing Amber

    If the key fob battery does not work out for you ( also try the other key ). I would check out the TSB that Bcdad182 pointed out. Apparently there is TSB on worn out ignition switches. It talks about switches worn out with the automatic transmission, but its worth a try is all else fails...
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    Test drive...from a sports-car guy

    I have the 2.0 with a 6 speed manual and could not be happier. I'm over 50 and dont really want to be driving that fast anyway. I do like the gas mileage. I took a trip from Houston to San Antonio a few weeks ago ( 3 hour drive ). I got 46mpg on the way there. I had the windows down on the way...
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    Slider/Guide Pin on front Caliper seized?

    The bracket can be purchased separately. I've been getting my parts from Newautoparts.com. Its a savings over dealer. I did have this happen with my old 626. I took the caliper off and took it too a machine shop. They gave a few hits with a big hammer and it finally gave. I was lucky it did not...
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    Does USB charge iPhone??

    Mine charges but not as fast as using an adaptor in the in the cigarette lighter. I bought this one from amazon, because its the smallest one I could find. It fits pretty flush but still wont be able to close the flap. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E1UWA4O/?tag=m20b7-20
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    Cost to replace the wheel arch trim (rear right if it matters)

    Be sure and type in your VIN number. They will verify if you are getting the right part for your car.
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    Cost to replace the wheel arch trim (rear right if it matters)

    $38 plus shipping at newautoparts.com . I buy my stuff from them now. I bought rear oem brakes for $50. I also will order a lot of maintenance items to make the shipping worth it. Like air filter, a few oil filters and so on...
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    Moonroof shattered

    Hyundai had a class action lawsuit for exploding sunroofs. Here is a good read on it. http://www.glassbytes.com/2016/01/class-action-filed-against-hyundai-for-spontaneously-shattering-sunroofs/
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    Napa 0W20

    My dealer is using bulk oil. They also gave me lifetime powertrain coverage as long as I change the oil with them.
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    How common are Mazdas?

    Nobody in my family has one. My mom used to have a 89 323 hatchback that she really liked. But she no longer drives. The first experience in a Mazda was a 1973 RX2. It was my brothers future wife car. It was metallic blue 4 door with white interior. I was only about 11 or 12, and he used to...
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    Very disapointing fuel economy from recent roadtrip...

    This is why I will not pay money to consumer reports. I got 45mpg on a trip to Galveston. Every Mazda I have owned exceeded EPA. When Motorweek tested the the 2013 CX-5 sport, they also exceeded EPA. Its on Youtube. My first mazda was a 1985 GLC. sticker was 38 mpg highway. I got close to 50mpg...
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