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  1. LeeShadow

    Replacement for Bose amplifiers of CX5 2016

    Another vote from me for sourcing from eBay. I've seen the occasional Mazda Bose amp on there at least in this region, assumedly from when owners rip everything out and replace with aftermarket.
  2. LeeShadow

    Mazda want more CX-5 sales in the USA?. Make it a bit wider and longer

    Goldilocks and the 3 Bears: between the CX-3, CX-5 and the CX-9 (and, assumedly, the forthcoming CX-30), I feel Mazda hits a lot of the sweet spots in desirable CUV/SUV capacities and sizes for different people. After test-driving the CX-9, it was reinforced to me that getting another CX-5...
  3. LeeShadow

    Air vent reflection in driver's side mirror (2019 CX-5)

    Ditto. I feel like my innocence has been violated. ;)
  4. LeeShadow

    2017~2025 Mazda CX-5 "Reserve" Bose System

    I've also noticed this on BT and CarPlay sources (I had upgraded my 2016 myself to the new CP/AA USB hub before I traded it in). But, I also feel that the soundstage and quality is better even at the lower relative volume (which makes sense if overall the 2019 system is, subjectively, "better...
  5. LeeShadow

    Windshield sunshade recommendations for new CX-5?

    Just to clarify further for my comment about the CoverCraft shade: I had to cut out a lower center notch for my dash cam mounted on my rearview mirror sensor cover. This was only because I sometimes use parking mode and need a clear view for the cam. The CC shade is nicely finished with what...
  6. LeeShadow

    Windshield sunshade recommendations for new CX-5?

    I've had Covercraft brand sunshades in my last three vehicles, and while relatively expensive, I can highly recommend them. All fit perfectly, including the one for my 2019 CX-5, and are high quality and last for the duration. The angle of the glass in my current vehicle, however, makes it a...
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    2017~2025 Mazda CX-5 "Reserve" Bose System

    Audio quality is subjective, so why not take a test drive (play?) and play a favorite well-known track of your own from a USB stick? In my opinion, the Bose system in my 2019 Sig is head and shoulders above the Bose in my 2016. Much less muddy sounding, in particular up front, and a larger...
  8. LeeShadow

    Almost instant boot-up

    Well, DUH....while looking up another member's question about the interior ambient lighting, what do I see in the Personalization features? This concern is controlled by settings. See pg 9-14 in the user manual: "Setting can be changed so that the top view/front view displayed while the vehicle...
  9. LeeShadow

    2019 CX-5 Signature, whistling noise on highway or high speeds

    Had to look it up myself. See pg 9-16 in the manual. Looks like the Sig trim ambient lighting is normally on in conjunction with the parking lights or headlights--you can adjust the illumination level or turn it off completely. I assume that means they still come on as one enters or exits the...
  10. LeeShadow

    Almost instant boot-up

    mac.mc78, but at least you have a nicer OEM premium floor liners! (wink)
  11. LeeShadow

    Almost instant boot-up

    Just a quick post to re-confirm after a long road trip this past weekend that my upgrade from .100 to .335 definitely made major improvements to the responsiveness, including the initial start up time, and better remembering what last source was selected. The only quirk I continue to see, and...
  12. LeeShadow

    Dash Cam Adhesive Pads Continually Failing--What's Worked for Yours?

    mox44ah, what brand dashcam do you have? My BlackVue OEM adhesive pads are rock solid on glass, but my front cam is mounted on the plastic sensor cover around/under the rearview mirror and they aren't designed for that. Not sure about base size and weight compatibility with your own cam, but...
  13. LeeShadow

    hitch mounted bicycle racks

    Thank you for this warning. I have a Saris SuperClamp EX 2 bike tray-style rack that I haven't actually used for any great distance yet (longer length trip later this year). The Saris from I can see is a bit differently configured from your Kuat...the hitch bar angles upwards, so the bike...
  14. LeeShadow

    Almost instant boot-up

    Wouldn't be surprised if there's current a Mazda special program for this region to upgrade compatible vehicles/systems (during servicing for other reasons) to the .335C firmware so the tweaks/hacks can be locked out. However, I'm seeing signs online that lockout won't last very long, anyway...
  15. LeeShadow

    2013~2016 CX-5 - Melting Taillight Lens

    I'm really curious to see if the actual cause here can be determined--kinda fascinating. If there's no bulb directly under that area as yrwei52 states, the mystery deepens. Not a forensic analyst by any means :), so I can't give any input if the visual appearance of the "melt" suggests an...
  16. LeeShadow

    2013~2016 CX-5 - Melting Taillight Lens

    Ah, if it was that long ago and you've only recently noticed this, probably not then a wrong sized/spec'd bulb (that probably would have caused trouble sooner from too much heat). I hope it is something simple and easily fixed. FYI eBay often has a good number of used taillight assemblies at...
  17. LeeShadow

    Dash Cam Adhesive Pads Continually Failing--What's Worked for Yours?

    Thanks, CX-5um! Went with the 3M dual lock low profile. Was going to do clear, but decided black would be less visible since this product has a thicker profile than the dashcam adhesive pads. Black was the correct choice. Has worked perfectly so far and no sign of sagging or adhesive...
  18. LeeShadow

    2013~2016 CX-5 - Melting Taillight Lens

    That's disturbing! As others are suggesting, check with a voltmeter and also visually checking the lights as to how they are working. I'd also suggest inspecting the socket and wiring. There could be something causing a short or arcing, resulting in excessive heat. Also, not sure if you are...
  19. LeeShadow

    Whining noise when turning off engine.

    My 2019 Sig trim does this too since the first day I owned it. Definitely front of car/engine bay. Heard a similar noise from my 2016 GT so I just assumed it is normal.
  20. LeeShadow

    Almost instant boot-up

    The .355c as per the notes in the link provided by chloeko above only officially has the single file with no failsafe.
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