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  1. LeeShadow

    Windshield Washer Fluid recommendation?

    I've used and can recommend both Rain-X Bug Remover (green fluid) and Rain-X 2-in-1 (orange fluid) for years now and across multiple vehicles, including a couple different Mazdas and a 90's era Ford pickup. Never had any trouble from the fluid resulting in damage to paint, windshield seals or...
  2. LeeShadow

    Siri always brings up Apple maps instead of Google maps

    There's a workaround that I use that adds only a bit of extra effort: Ensure in the Privacy settings on your phone for the Microphone that the Google Maps app can access it. If you already use your voice successfully with Google Maps, this setting is already properly set. In the car, evoke...
  3. LeeShadow

    2019 CX-5: found Trip A&B display, but won't go back to just full mileage display. ?

    Coming from my 2016, it took me a while to get used to the new location for the total odometer. I went through the same discovery process of thinking it was still located with the trip odometer only to realize where it actually was after a quick user manual check-in. I still find it a bit of...
  4. LeeShadow

    2019 CX-5 Signature, Seat discomfort?

    This thread brings to mind that tired & old but accurate saying "different strokes for different folks".......
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    AC Fan Blower sometimes not working

    Here's also a similar Mazda 3 issue (older model however) and the culprit in that situation turned out to be that motor control module/resistor: https://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123869071-AC-Fan-Blower-sometimes-not-working&p=6655080#post6655080
  6. LeeShadow

    AC Fan Blower sometimes not working

    There's also a module which controls fan speed that's a potential source of issues. There's at least one other thread, although not that useful, started by someone with what sounds like a similar issue: https://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123863220-Fan-blower-motor-not-working
  7. LeeShadow

    2017~2025 Mazda Sales.... Not So Good

    Other than the whole Zoom Zoom effort, I feel like Mazda never really has pushed establishing a clear-cut and defined branding at least in the US. Word of mouth to date has kept sales sufficient for them here, but I really think that they need to step up their advertising and branding game...
  8. LeeShadow

    2017~2025 2017- CX-5 shifter trim?

    Count me in on the same question. I have the black titanium door sill plates installed, so leaning towards the matching shifter trim. I recall comments either on here or on the product reviews on Amazon that the shifter covers once in place stick up too far from the surface for some people's...
  9. LeeShadow

    CX5 Signature Reverse Automatic Braking

    FYI The 2019 CX-5 in fact does have Advanced Smart City Brake Support (forward) with pedestrian detection, based upon what I'm seeing in the Spec Deck (standard on all trims but the Sport)...and which activated the day I drove my current one home and freaked me out a bit. (wow)
  10. LeeShadow

    It amazes me that in 10 years....

    My experience: 2010 Mazda6 auto wipers worked perfectly until I had to replace the windshield due to a crack. Both my CX-5s worked/work well too, with the occasional weirdness or inconsistent behavior, but nothing I find completely annoying. Given the way these type of systems typically work...
  11. LeeShadow

    Anyone installed door cup guards/PPF?

    FYI on my white 2016, the dealer had already put on 3M paint protection film on various areas of the car, including the exterior door cups, before I bought it. The film on the hood definitely helped protect the paint against stone and other road debris damage, but I grew to hate the door cup...
  12. LeeShadow

    2019 Signature - Rear seat (driver's side) wobble/jostle

    Mine feels solid and without any movement, in both the upright and inclined positions. So, something's off with yours it seems. Did you try releasing down all three back seat sections and putting them back into the upright position? Maybe a misalignment or something isn't allowing that side...
  13. LeeShadow

    Rear spoilers, are all the same for all CX5s?

    Just note that your original link and my links were for aftermarket spoilers that fit over the OEM parts--which, of course, will cover any damage on yours. I think black would look great with your (I'm assuming) blue vehicle if it is easier to find an OEM Mazda replacement in that color...
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    Rear spoilers, are all the same for all CX5s?

    Oh! This is the factory body part that is having the clear coat issues? If so, I also saw on eBay the OEM Mazda parts for that section of the car, assumedly salvage since they were various body paint colors.
  15. LeeShadow

    Signature mpg

    You all make me laugh! I'm know there are wonderful natural areas to visit in the northwest and VA too! LOL The trip to Key West can be a crap shoot, but I've averaged 3 trips a year for the past, oh, say 6 years and only had one really negative experience. The challenge is that parts of the...
  16. LeeShadow

    Signature mpg

    For what it is worth among all the others chiming in here, I average with my 2.5T AWD Signature about 22 mpg for the majority of my everyday driving, but that's significantly local and very short trips (I work from home so this is errand or eating at restaurant-based drives). A recent 4.5 to 5...
  17. LeeShadow

    Mazda CX5 headlights fiberglass broken

    Another vote to replace via eBay and used/salvaged parts. Not sure what year/trim you have, but the entire right side assembly runs anywhere from <$100 up to $350-ish for the current gen LED versions. I do also see first gen headlight covers only, but no idea of the fit or how difficult it may...
  18. LeeShadow

    Rear spoilers, are all the same for all CX5s?

    I too would be a bit skeptical of that, but it is possible that the distance span is the same on both era vehicles. Then again, I'm seeing other listings with what appear to be identical products and photos, but only for the newest Gen vehicles...
  19. LeeShadow

    Rear spoilers, are all the same for all CX5s?

    I've occasionally looked at that same type of design myself, both for my previous 2016 and now my 2019. I like the fact that it is pretty subtle, but would love to also see it in body color to get a better idea of how that might look. In the long run, I don't think in the true aerodynamic...
  20. LeeShadow

    2017~2025 I test drove a Signature and I hate the seats but like everything else

    I find them perfectly comfortable and supportive, but as mentioned by Anchorman, there are a good number of others who agree with your complaint. I recently took a 5 hour driving trip each way and had no issues after only a single 15 minute stop on one of the drives. I generally prefer firmer...
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