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    2017 CX-5 Soul Red Crystal Metallic

    Its good that I did not go for 2017 or 2018 for that matter. I have hardly any chips, etc. in my 2016 also Soul Red. Only thing I did was whenever I go on long trip (above 4 hrs.) OR when I am going camping, etc. I put on the nose mask - OEM. 2nd. thing I do I hardly ever get less than 2 car...
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    Which 0W20 Oil Brand?

    CX Sum and others: Yes - that's almost my price. When I said / offered I'll buy a full case (which equals 2 oil changes) that's when the price dropped, significantly.
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    Walk-Away Locking.. faulty or normal?

    Works for me... no issues. EXCEPT when Xeler8 said: if trunk open for EXTENDED period of time.
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    225/55R19 Tire Comparison Table for CX-5 GT - Many to Choose From

    Strange: https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?message=noTires&tireMake=Bridgestone&tireModel=Dueler+H%2FL+422+Ecopia&cameFrom=selectSize&width=225%2F&ratio=55&diameter=19
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    Unnecessary spark plug replacement?

    Repeat .. repeated ... repeat again: do NOT use any spark plug for CX-5 but OEM.
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    Which 0W20 Oil Brand?

    1 quick thought - at my Mazda dealership, if I order 10 (or 12 ... don't remember) 1 quart Mazda Moly at the same time (they call it a case) then 1 quart is $6.75. I found it to be quite reasonable.
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    Strange behavior after battery died and EPB was on: 2016 CX5

    I have 2016 Anchorman - no auto hold for me (which is really good). I had my car in dealership and had a 2018 for few days. Yes - 2018 not 2017. I did not like the auto hold at all.
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    Walk-Away Locking.. faulty or normal?

    Depends. If my car's already locked and if I come near the tailgate - I am able to open it, while remaining doors remain locked. Once I close tail gate and walk away, there's no chirp since the car's technically locked. 2nd. case: door ajar, tail gate ajar. I close the doors keep tail gate...
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    Strange behavior after battery died and EPB was on: 2016 CX5

    Yeah... I know. Something definitely was left on - that's why battery died. But my point was the trouble I went thru. Frankly, I think with EPB system - not many are aware of this possibility ; that can get completely stuck. As for the trunk business - ah well. At least I can still wriggle...
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    Parchment Leather getting hard

    1 big reason for leather going dry is heat. It takes $10 to buy a windshield reflector and before leaving the car baking under the hot sun spend < 1 min. unfolding that reflective layer. They are sold dime a dozen everywhere. Just get one for SUV. My parchment leather - 2016 feels supple and new...
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    Strange behavior after battery died and EPB was on: 2016 CX5

    However - I do have 1 problem.... just like the driver side door can be opened with a key, I strongly feel the trunk should have a similar option - i.e. with a key. As for the electronic parking brake frankly I don't see any option if battery is dead. No one can design an auto release in case...
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    Strange behavior after battery died and EPB was on: 2016 CX5

    Yes Yes I'm also thinking along the same lines. But those power packs capable of car jump start are not cheap.
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    CX-5 won't fully shut off

    This is 200% correct. If you accidentally leave your gear in non P position and shut down the car (push button) the vehicle is NOT switched off completely. I was new to push button and early 1st month of ownership had twice the battery die on me. I pushed the button down 1st., before moving the...
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    Walk-Away Locking.. faulty or normal?

    What weed?(attn)
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    Walk-Away Locking.. faulty or normal?

    The walk away feature has NEVER failed me or my wife, EVER. The trick is to keep the batteries in the remote well juiced.
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    Strange behavior after battery died and EPB was on: 2016 CX5

    Witnessed a frustrating incident recently. Irked me to no end. BTW: I do love my CX-5 but found the below experience: Unacceptable. Left car in NJ Transit parking lot (as usual) with EPB = ON and left for work (as usual). Return to find out battery died. Why? No idea - could be I left something...
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    Front window tint on 2017-2018 Mazda CX-5

    Question - anyone knows the % for the factory tints @ rear? Are they same for the 2 door and the rear glass or different?
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    Mazda friends, need '17 CX-5 ammo to help to sway the wifey who wants Lexus NX200

    OP : Have you tried to "back off" perhaps? In other words, sometimes when the loved ones strongly suggest something or try to sway an opposite happens. Both are very good cars. In terms of 2nd. hand valuation (in case you're looking into it) Lexus perhaps will give a better bang for the buck...
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    Mud and Snow inside portion of rear doors...Help

    Thank you. This is sorted out. The only reason I asked is same amount of slush/snow my front side went thru but it's clean in all locations including the underside.
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