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    Last oil change?

    I think I will print a list of tools and stuff? on a 3x5 card, so I don't forget next time.
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    Last oil change?

    My used oil goes back to Walmart. They ask you to sign for the amount and your initials/name. I know that Advanced Auto also takes used oil but, NO antifreeze.
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    Last oil change?

    Good to hear I'm not alone Martyd. ;)(y)
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    Last oil change?

    Yes, somewhere I seem to remember that I had a Telescope magnet. I will search for it murky
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    Last oil change?

    Thank you, Conrad, and those who supported my efforts. I like the idea of a magnet on a string Conrad 16.5. That tool will become one of my go-to tools. Ed
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    Last oil change?

    Thank you all for your nice compliments and suggestions. I do enjoy doing the oil changes myself. 50 years ago, I did engine, transmission, brake and suspension rebuilding on my vehicles. Now I can purchase new and I try to maintain at a level of effort that I am able. I guess I am just fading...
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    Last oil change?

    I my 85 years old this week and just finished an oil & filter change on my CX5. First time I ever dropped the drain plug in the oil drain bucket. First time I had to get out from under the vehicles several times to get stuff I forgot to take under which is a real chore. I think I may need to...
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    2020 CX-9 maintenance questions

    Read your owner's manual (Maintenace guide) and high light what is the required/suggested service at your mileage. Anything else is very suspect. Ed
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    Rear seat motion sickness (CX-30 vs CX-5)?

    My daughter used to get car sick regardless of the vehicle, if she was in the back seat, because of MY driving. When I was small I did also. Let your daughter sit in the front or slow down.
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    Clicking/Clunking Transmission - 2021 CX-5 Signature

    How does one break two motor mounts in ~ 25K of driving?
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    Powerstop Drilled and Slotted Rotors Pros/Cons?

    OEM pads and rotors or similar from Raybestos.
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    Poll Do you use Sport mode and Manual mode?

    Sport mod only when it is safe to see-what-it-will-do. WOT to redline in each gear. Mazda is very good at gear changes dropping to max torque at shift points. :cool:
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    Engine Knock/Rough Idle (2021 CX-5)

    Keep us informed please. Ed
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    New Key Battery not working (2017 Mazda2)

    Wipe the new batteries with an alcohol wipe and handle by the battery edge only. In addition, clean the contacts in the key fob. You don't need to make any other changes. Ed
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    Dealer says it needs repairs, independent mechanic says no (2016 CX-5)

    The cost to replace will not go down in price so do it know. JMO. Ed
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    2020 CX-5 Creaking noise

    Motor mount is a distinct possibility.
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    2017 CX-5 Blown Rear Diff

    You need to look at "SALVAGE YARDS" AND NOT JUNK yards.
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    2016~2023 Air in CX-9 cooling system or in HVAC drain system?

    The dealer can purge air out of the system. If air remains, then the heater will not work effectively. In addition, too much air in the system can cause hot spots in the engine which is not good. Get the air out. Maybe a friend who is an auto type guy can assist? Ed
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    2016~2023 Air in CX-9 cooling system or in HVAC drain system?

    I would find an area where the front of the car is at least 10 inches higher than the rear. Remove radiator cap (cool or cold engine) and run the engine at a fast idle to purge air out of the system. Let it cool completely down and add coolant as needed. Ed
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    Both fuel pumps failed (2022 CX-5)

    On a positive note. Glad to hear the problem was corrected. Sometimes the mechanic just replaces both rather than go test one by one. Good for them, saves time for the customer.
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