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I researched this when I was considering ordering an '09 CX-9. The fact is that what's standard on the '09 CX-9 is the "Tow Prep Package'', which includes the ECU shift changes and trans coolor and such. You still have to purchase the actual bar and harness as an option, even on the '09 GT.

Rotor warpage can be a common problem even with high end marques, although it is more common and persistent with heavier vehicles. Of course the composition of the rotor has a lot to do with it.

It's not a plug for Wayne Mazda asshole, merely information as to where to receive factory TPMS at a reasonable price. I'm not associated with the dealer, nor do I profit from their sales. What's real is that in the wild, I bet you wouldn't have the balls to step to me (or anyone) the way you...

Personally, before I spend $149 used, I'd spend the extra $50 and go new through waynemazdafactoryparts.com. The reason is that the plastic housings inside the wheel can be easily cracked when R&R'd, and if that happens the sensor will not work properly. Also, new gives the benefit of new "O"...

The Weathetech liner took 11 days to arrive, but worth it for the most part. With both pieces in use, coverage is virtually complete behind the second row of seats. The mats themselves are relatively thin, and not super-rigid, but they do have a lip around the perimeter to catch spills, and the...

It's highly unlikely that the dealer will undertake the task, particularly since you installed an aftermarket hitch and harness. Even if they would say yes to the job, it would entail installation of the transmission cooler and a new radiator fan, not to mention that they would have to reflash...

I went ahead and ordered in black. The rep at McNeil said they ship from the manufacturing facility; however, they get 1,200 orders daily and can only handle 500 daily, hence the two week turnaround. Anyway, it was like $137 delivered. On a separate note, I also ordered the bodyside moldings...

Has anybody gone with the Weathetech cargo cover (two-piece for coverage with third row down)? http://www.weathertech.com/store/mvproduct.aspx?ItemGroupid=1&Vehid=1297&year=2008

Perhaps in Chicago, that would be the case. Maryland winters have been more than passable in my '03 Honda Pilot and Bridgestone H/L Alenza m/s tires, and I would expect similar results in an awd cx-9 riding on a good m/s tire. If I were to purchase today, my choice would be the Yokohama Parada...

I'm looking to remove and replace the OE Bridgestone 20's with a m/s configuration. The only two options currently in 245/50/vr20 are the Toyo Proxes s/t II and the Yokohama Parada Spec-x. Most dealers aren't even carrying the Yokohama in this size yet, and it looks like they'll be a bit more...

The use of liquid soap (such as Dawn) is a better recommendation for lubing wiring through a harness or boot. I worked for GM 14 years (often routing harnesses), and there they avoided lubing harnesses with oil because over time it degrades the insulating sheaths over the wires and neutralizes...

Since when is formed plastic any more of an isulator than steel/iron/aluminum or any other non-precious metal an intake could be constructed of? Also, are you saying that a less restrictive exhaust has no performance value, because if so, that is another erroneous belief?

Finally installed the Fumoto valve, Mobil 1 5w-20, and Mobil 1 filter. My wife was away for three weeks for the birth of our twin grandkids, so the changeover from break-in oil to synthetic didn't happen till 2,150 miles. Apparently, these Fumoto valves have sold over two million units without...

Congratulations on your new CX-9! I won't comment on the deal other than to say most of the time the discount on a demonstrator is not adequate compensation for the dealer's use of the vehicle. Apparently, some dealers are doing very deep discounting at the moment. Personally, I would have...

Sounds like a plan.

All vehicles make some noise when the wheel is turned all the way to one side or the other. It is the sound of the power steering pump under load, generally accompanied by a loss of RPM (thus making vibration even more pronounced). However, it is possible that your vehicle may have a bad...

I doubt it is a recall issue, though it is one of the more common drivetrain complaints in the CX-9. I'm certain they won't be replacing your entire driveline, which includes engine, transmission, transfer case, torque converter, and axles. Most likely, your problem lies in one individual...

The dealer installed the brackets into the slide channel upside-down, so yeah, in a sense the crossbars were facing the wrong direction, except that I remember them being perfectly symmetrical in both directions. Maybe the flip placement of the brackets would place the head of the turn knob...

Take them off, then put them away somewhere, or throw them away. I paid $60 for mine, and despite the position, the wind noise in all positions makes them unusable. Shame on Mazda for even selling them. Actually, shame on them for not being able to engineer a viable crossbar (or procure a vendor...

I really like Wix filters, they are a quality compromise to the more expensive K&N filter. Actually, I picked up 10 Mobil 1 filters and 50 quarts of Mobil 1 5w20 when Advance Auto had them on sale recently (one filter and five quarts for $26). I've heard Mobil 1 filters sometimes restrict oil...