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    What have you done to your CX-5 today?

    Spent a couple hours detailing in & out. Tried 303 Graphene on all painted surfaces, after clay barring just my hood. Didn't need the nitrile gloves I used. Application is a piece of cake, and you can easily see where you put it. Removal takes the same effort, I'd say, as a gel wax. You...
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    License Plate Frames/Covers

    I've always used the cheap black plastic (so rust-free) frames from WalMart, but this last time around I couldn't find any. I went w/Hal2's theory of using the dealer-provided (black plastic) ones, but used a black sharpie to cover over the dealer's name. It looks bad if you look right at it...
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    Sunroof opens less on 2020 CX-5 than 2014?

    Tried searching, and consulting the manual... when I do the rear tilt-up on my sunroof, it seems to operate perfectly, but only rises about an inch. I could swear my 2014 (and every other car I've owned w/moon rooves) would tilt up more in the range of 3". Normal behavior?
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    Seat covers on new seats?

    hal2, I don't think it's overly kooky, especially if you have kids, etc., but I wouldn't go with seat covers myself. I could see using them for a long road trip, or during summers in Florida (if a seat cover is easier on the skin than hot leather -- but then I guess they'd interfere with the...
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    Off Topic "A penny saved is a penny earned"

    I don't value my time as related to my salary...I can't work more or less and make more or less. I value my free time as exponentially more valuable than my work time. It is much more limited, and of much more importance.
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    What did you pay for your CX-5?

    msrp on my 2020 signature was 38,100 including destination. Purchased June 2020. Price before my trade-in allowance was 33,157, including 1500 "double owner loyalty" and 500 "healthcare worker" discounts. Other than sales tax on the trade difference, title and license, the only other fee was...
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    What did you pay for your CX-5?

    I don't think any 2020 MSRP was higher than the low $38ks...? I bought a '20 signature (not Soul Red, which adds a couple $) a year ago, and the MSRP was $38.1, including transport. So that "Market Value" seems like a scam, unless the car is full of port or dealer add-ons. Also, the dealer...
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    Guidance on maintenance & extended warranty package

    just say no. there is a reason the dealer is selling you "vehemently." Bluegrass is exactly right.
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    First Oil Change and MPG - 2020 CX-5 Signature

    JYTX, I too have a 2020 Sig w/1600 miles. Purchased early June, 2020. My current driving trips are just like yours. I have also been wrestling with when to get the first oil change (many will argue get the first one at 1000 miles), and have decided to get it at 9 month mark. My MsPG have...
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    Moylan arrow on 2019, 2020, 2021 models

    Now I have to look! (I always wondered, in my days of frequent car rentals, why all manufacturers didn't put in that arrow.)
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    Engine braking while coasting

    I've owned Toyota Priuses and Camry hybrids, and my 2014 and now 2020 CX-5s both engine brake much more... I found that odd, given the hybrids were using engine braking for regeneration. Still haven't quite gotten used to it...it feels like I'm wasting gas.
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    2017~2025 Fuel Gauge Stuck on Full

    Thanks, DwightFrye, for bringing me back that memory...my 370Z had that problem. Was still under warranty so I let them fix it. Major deal, had to remove the tank, etc. My car stank of unleaded for a month after that. Fortunately, twas a convertible, so that helped me deal w/it. Great car...
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    What 19" replacement tire is cushier than Toyo A36 [Unanswered]

    A36 to Michelin LTX when I had a 2014 GT, and I noticed no difference at all. But I don't drive much.
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    Beating Walkaway

    I hear ya, but there are times when it just doesn't seem to want to autolock even though I'm right there. Usually when fooling with opening/closing additional doors, to be true. I make sure to listen for the beeps (and watching the mirror) before leaving the area!
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    Beating Walkaway

    I like the feature but haven't figured out the scenarios when it won't work, especially when getting something out of the back seat, that type of thing. I don't leave the area until I see the mirrors moving in.
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    Can't find these floor mats

    Interesting! I bought the front row only (Kagu, black) from AutoAnything on June 26. $85.30 OTD. Part no. L1MZ05811509, for my 2020.
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    Disappointments / missing things in your CX-5?

    I wouldn't mind if the CX5 had those cap-less gas fillers. Just rented a car that reminded me of that...wonder why all cars haven't gone to that already.
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    Considerations when shopping

    Did you get the Curt #13315? I see Amazon has if on sale for $106 now. I just got a 2020 Sig as well. Can't find anyone in Minneapolis who can get me in anytime soon (UHaul, etc.) to sell and install one for me. I'm fairly handy but am in a condo with no tools/stands, so would prefer to find...
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    Amazon accessories

    Be careful...I've found numerous times lately that Amazon's prices have been higher than buying direct ly off the manufacturers' websites.
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