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    2019 CX-5 Brake light flashing after 2 week vacation

    Yeah, funny thing is that it is less time and hassle for me to do something like that myself than to schedule appointment, travel to and from, and wait for the dealer. Plus I know it will be done correctly - or at least I am a witness to what transpired - when I do it myself. That's all aside...
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    How to Clean Out Brake Fluid Reservoir? 2015 CX-5

    Normally as part of a brake job I bleed the brakes until everything runs clear. The first step for that is sucking the fluid from above the master cylinder so I don't have to pull it all the way through the system. On my CX5, it was difficult to get much of anything out of the reservoir, so I...
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    CX-5 Brake Caliper pin lube question

    Thanks for the suggestions. I started to comment on the name of one of those, but thought better of it. Definitely not from the US.
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    CX-5 Brake Caliper pin lube question

    Sounds like an impressive product. I have a lifetime supply of brake job lubrication materials, but still may need to buy this next time. But I object to the marketing on the tube. They shouldn't be able to say "Pure Silicone" unless the tube contains 100% silicone. What is that supposed to...
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    Mazda - Made in Mexico Oil Filters are Faulty

    Artistic composition posted without comment ;) :
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    CX-5 Brake noise after replacing rotors and pads

    Impressive that they responded so quickly.
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    CX-5 Brake noise after replacing rotors and pads

    Notices it doesn't say "pins": "Backing plates, brake pad contact points, caliper o-rings, calipers, disc brake pads, drum brake systems, grommets, parking brake areas of lubrication, pivot points, self adjusters"
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    Clear Gas! Worth the $$$ or not?

    If I had the turbo I would probably use 87. The way I drive I think it would be difficult to tell the difference. Here, ethanol free is only available as high octane premium and is expensive. I buy it for my small engines, add stabilizer, and don't sweat too much about overwintering.
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    220V versus 240V Outlet (CX-90 PHEV)

    For what you are describing, the terms "220V" and "240V" are sometimes used interchangeably. They are referring to the same thing.
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    2023 CX-5 Wireless Qi Charging Pad cooking the phone instead of charging

    I'm happy to learn that newer Mazdas have a wireless charging pad. Hopefully they get the quality sorted.
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    Question about winter wheels for CX-5

    Yeah, me too, Craigslist.
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    Question about winter wheels for CX-5

    Center bore is the next sticking point. Mazda's hubs are larger than average, if the bore is too small it won't go on. If its too big you can use hub centric rings. Hyundai, Kia, and Mazda wheels generally fit. I got inexpensive used Mazda 3 wheels for my winter tires.
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    2016 CX-5 Drive belt pricing

    If they weren't already in there doing stuff, I'd just do it myself. Is it this $65 part? https://www.partsgeek.com/4m7bl62-mazda-cx5-accessory-belt-tensioner-assembly.html They have 2 versions from Ina. The other one is out of stock, hopefully because its the old faulty design. This one...
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    2016 CX-5 Drive belt pricing

    My understanding is that the TSB is to make the dealers aware of common issues so they know how to diagnose and fix it efficiently. It doesn't necessarily extend warranty coverage beyond the original terms of the warranty. edit: I was posting at the same time as yrwei52. I didn't expect this...
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    What is the purpose of a HUD?

    Difficult to search or input destination. Non-intuitive, slow, many-step process to initiate. Voice commands not interpreted correctly. With Android Auto I can say "navigate to (contact name)" and then accept and I'm on my way. Or do it on the go. I can also name any business, or say...
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    What is the purpose of a HUD?

    Yeah, I wish it showed the street name and direction for Android Auto like it does for the built in Nav. Still not the slightest bit tempted to endure the built in Nav instead. It's interface in unusable.
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    What have you done to your CX-5 today?

    That's cyanoacrylate, Superglue - colored blue.
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    CX-5 Turbo is the best AWD SUV for the money

    Hopefully with the next refresh or overhaul they'll offer top trim with something better looking than dark brown on black interior. That is a potential deal breaker for me, to pay extra for uglier interior.
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