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Sorry for the late response. Your problem is most likely a failed or clogged VVT solenoid or VVT actuator. A lack of regular oil changes can clog up these devices. When a VVT dies, they make a knocking/rattling sound during acceleration and throw the codes you mention. You can easily check...

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By law (US and AUS) the port must be more or less within reach of the drivers seat in any car and not require tools to open/see. Some models hide it behind a cover but not the CX-9. It's under the dash left of the steering column... if you look while kneeling outside the car, you will see it...

Focusing on edge cases is not what manufacturers do folks. There's not a vehicle out there that can't be put in a bad situation. Even so, if you look at the followup video Mazda responds with an explanation that makes perfect sense to anyone who understands how drive systems and TCS do/don't...

Many insurance companies policies will cover window repairs without hitting your deductible. Some states mandate this, so it's worth a call.

Cars in my world are depreciating assets that serve a daily purpose - transportation. I don't buy cars as investment vehicles ( pun intended), and don't give 2 hoots what anybody thinks of my choices. BTW, until you sell it, you dont really know what it's worth A quick search and I couldn't...

It's all in the service manual. The jack is held in by 4 snap lock tabs. Insert a thin screwdriver top and bottom to release. When you get the new part, all will be made clear. (wow)

PTguy, FYI, you are responding to 4 year old questions.

Take it apart again and use the other wheel as reference. The service manual is your friend.

Well if you don't think you got a good alignment, then that's a good place to start. I got so sick of crooked steering wheels and pulling after alignments that I taught myself how to do it. To check it out yourself without even popping a tire use the time-honored string method. That is what I...

You guys surprise me. I hate Yokohamas having had them wear crazy fast on both a sedan and SUV. I've been happy with multiple sets of Continental CrossContacts on various cars including my CX-5 and CX-9. My only complaint is that the sidewalls are softer than I would like. The performance in...

Before you spend the money and times on mods, you may want to get a good alignment done to verify the steering looseness is not just a setup issue. Your car is so new I don't think tie rod ends could be loose, but that's also worth a quick check. Tire pressure and brand can also make a...

That's about when I did mine (pads, but not squeaking) and yes, it's common now with ABS for the rears to go first. I'd be surprised if the rotors were shot unless the car is parked outside in the wet and snow and only driven short distances (IOW, rusting over every night). Having driven in...

Great post. The article is exactly right with very honest quotes from the head of R&D.

Visible evidence of self-selection bias, LOL. I understand and acknowledge people with a passion for individual models like the RX-8. You bought the RX, you own it, you like it, good for you. You're in an exclusive club of people I might call masochists given how much trouble the cars...

Ok, so you're not kidding. Hmmm There are way bigger meets like the ones you linked to for any number of discontinued cars. ~250 cars attending (45 on the track) for a car that was available for decades is just sad. Die-hard modders and enthusiasts do not equal a market as the people in the...

You've got to be kidding right? The "rotary fanbase" is virtually non-existent. Mazda sells more CX-5's in 2 months now than the RX's sold in a whole year when the RX was most popular. I seriously doubt they are worried about a tiny fanbase like that who hasn't seen a production RX they could...

The radiator plug does come out easily and should go back in just as easily. From the service manual: Tighten the radiator drain plug. Tightening torque 1.5-2.4 N.m {15-25 kgf.cm, 13-12 in.lbf}

Seconded with emphasis! I once asked a friend in Germany why my 7 Series BMW was such an expensive money waster compared to my no-problem Lexus and he replied that in Germany it is expected that you will build a relationship with your dealer and its service department no matter the brand. He...

160k... That sounds like the pump change is definitely due but the coincidence with your radiator work is still a bit suspicious. The F22 issue is one of seals being compatible with the coolant. You haven't had it in there long enough to hurt anything IMHO. If doing the pump, have your pro...