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    Itching to customize my 2013 Mazda5

    Those should work.
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    Rear wiper inserts KR9P-67-333 is torn - under shield is hanging loose!

    So what's the problem? Are you missing the M6-1.0 bolts with nut clips to secure this undershield? Here's what I bought on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/OAUTOO-Radiator-Retainer-GS1E56496A-9GG600616T/dp/B0BWVTXKRN
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    Engine Splash Shield Removal Question

    You can get a new, replacement lower under cover here. https://www.quirkparts.com/oem-parts/mazda-under-cover-cg1556110a?c=bD0yJm49U2VhcmNoIFJlc3VsdHMmYT1tYXpkYSZvPTUmeT0yMDEyJnQ9c3BvcnQmZT0yLTVsLWw0LWdhcw%3D%3D Quirkparts.com is my go-to for replacement OEM parts.
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    Fuel System De-Carbonation by Firestone worth it?

    I could see this being more necessary if the Mazda5 had an engine with direct fuel injection. But it doesn't. With Port fuel injection, the fuel is sprayed into the intake runners, mixes with the intake air going into the engine, and effectively washes the back of the valves as it goes into the...
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    Mazda FS5A-EL transmission interchangeability

    You can also find a compatible manual transmission by looking for 6 spd from Gen2 Mazda6 with the 2.5L. I wonder how the transmission managed to eat itself though. Did you ever change the transmission fluid?
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    Itching to customize my 2013 Mazda5

    Personally, I recommend replacing the rear tail light bulbs with brighter LED 7443 style bulbs. I also recommend replacing your head light bulbs with LED retrofit bulbs. I have had very good luck with Auxito LED bulbs on Amazon. I also replaced the head unit to a pivoting 9" touchscreen with...
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    Specific torque specs for spark plugs (Mazda5)?

    In general, 10 lb/ft is a good torque for most spark plugs.
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    Mazda5 Sway Bar Upgrade Questions

    Some years ago, I bought an adjustable, performance rear sway bar from James Barone Racing for my 2012 Mazda5. I paired this with a set of Moog rear sway bar end links. I found that the end links did not hold up to this sway bar, becoming loose and rattling after not too long. Even after...
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    New Adjustable Rear Camber Arms Installed

    Honestly, over the years of owning my 2012 Mazda5, I've found the rear camber on the rear suspension has eaten a couple different sets of my tires. Granted, I am running stock suspension, but have run 17x7.5 aftermarket wheels with 225/45/17 tires. I think the wider wheels and tires exacerbate...
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    Upgrading from Mazda5 - Which car?

    I would not be seriously considering a Transit Connect as a replacement for a Mazda5. They are very expensive for what you get, with mid-level trim XLT models starting at $34K. And they don't even come with the desirable turbo engine anymore. All you can get is the 160HP 2.0L engine that used to...
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    Upgrading from Mazda5 - Which car?

    About 18 months ago I upgraded from my 2012 Mazda5 Sport to a 2018 Chrysler Pacifica van. I still have the 2012 Mazda5, which my wife drives, but getting another van-type vehicle was really the only way for us to go. There isn't any SUV that I think can offer the comfort, convenience, capacity...
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    2012 mazda 5 rear tow hitch installed

    True, the Mz5 is not "rated" to tow. The difference between the Curb Weight and the GVWR is the total amount of people, cargo, towing weight that the car is certified to handle. The Mz5 has about 1100lbs of capacity in this regard. Actually, having a light duty trailer that spreads the...
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    2012 Mazda5 brake pad and brake rotor replacement

    Based on cross shopping part numbers on Rockauto for 2012 Mazda3 and Mazda5, that's how I was able to determine the part # for the Centric rear high carbon, cryo treated, plain rotors.
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    2012 Mazda5 brake pad and brake rotor replacement

    Google the part numbers below for Centric High Carbon Cryo rotors for Mz5. Mazda5 Front Disc: Centric High Carbon Cryo-treated Plain (125.45069CRY) Mazda5 Rear Disc: Centric High Carbon Cryo-treated Plain (125.45067CRY
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    Koni STR.T Front Struts for MS3

    Yes, Bilstein shock and struts for Volvo V50 can fit on the Mz5.
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    Don't buy Westar engine mounts

    https://www.reddit.com/r/mazda3/comments/40o69r/dont_buy_westar_engine_mounts/
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    Running taller tires to increase ground clearance

    If you have a Scangauge II, you can program a correction for the speedo to compensate for non-OEM size tires.
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    What have you done to your Mazda5 today?

    I could just wait for your writeup but figured I'd ask which Centric and StopTech rotors and pads you went with? I plan to replace all my OEM rotors with Centric High Carbon cryo (plain) when the time comes. As for pads I'm looking at the StopTech Street Performance para-aramid pads.
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    Current Brake Pad recommendations

    When the time comes for me to replace my OEM rotors and pads I think I'm going with these parts. Mazda5 Rear Disc: Centric High Carbon Cryo-treated Plain (125.45067CRY) Mazda5 Front Disc: Centric High Carbon Cryo-treated Plain (125.45069CRY CENTRIC 30910950 StopTech Street Performance Brake...
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    transmission upper motor mount

    There are 3 mounts. One visible on the passenger side. One on the drivers side, beneath the battery box. One in the rear on the underside behind the engine. At that price they're probably referring to the passenger mount, but you can get a good mount for less than half that price...
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