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    2013~2016 Replace CX-5 radiator hoses at same time?

    Hi, My CX-5 has just passed 10 years at 100000 miles so planing to change radiator fluid at the dealer. I want to ask, if i should replace radiator hoses at the same time since fluid is drained, please let me know your experience, thanks. Is i should replace radiator hoses as preventive...
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    CX-5 NGK spark plugs 14mm or 9/16 and torque?

    Hi, Can some one please confirm the NGK spark plugs use 14mm or 9/16 socket. Does it matter which one? Also I don't have torque wrench, on YouTube looks like hand tight and another quarter turn, is this about right? Thanks.
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    2013~2016 TCS and tmps lights on

    Hi, while driving both TSC and tmps lights came on. I checked tires as and all is fine. I pushed tmps reset but it does not reset. Has anyone had this happen, if so how did you fix this? Please share, thanks.
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    Bridgestone quiet track tire impression

    Hi, I just got quiet track 17 inch tires and here's my impression for those looking at this tire. Tirerack review is excellent on these tires. My ride is 4/5, noise 4/5, wet and dry traction is 4.5/5 but have not had chance to try on snow. The ride is slightly better than ascend tires I had...
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    2013~2016 CX-5 Coolant maintenance

    Hi I am getting ready for 10 year or 120000 mile coolant replacement but have questions if anyone can assist. Should I also change thermostats, and water pump at the same time? If not will it last till 150000 miles? Would dealer will back flush heater core at the same time? Anything as a...
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    Engine coil failure poll

    Hi would like to have a poll on no issues vs. Which engine coil failed. Please vote. Thanks
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    2013~2016 Air condition maintenance

    Hi everyone To keep the manual a.c. running please let me know what I need to do? And how often you need to do the a.c. maintenance please. Thanks
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    MAF sensor clean help to extend useful life?

    Hi, 50000 miles on 2013 cx5. The dealer said they can clean MAF sensor to extend useful life. Or should I just use it till it dies? Please let me know.
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    2013 cx5 low beam adjustment

    Hi, i have seen diagram of low beam adjustment, but it does not look like on my car. The diagram shows Philip screw from the top and turn. Could anyone point on exactly which screw to adjust by photo image please. Thank you
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    Can't turn h11 bulbs

    Hi, i was trying to replace h11 bulb, but cannot turn counterclockwise. Do i need to pull or push, disconnect wires first. Please help. Thanks.
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    High beam upgrade

    Hi, please any HighBeam upgrade happy stories. (From regular halegon bulb to high performance or led set up). Thanks.
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    Which parts replaced with mileage over 60,000 miles?

    Hi Just curious which parts were replaced after 60,000 miles, and let us know if covered under warranty. I had leaky rear shock at45,000 miles and replaced on my own. Thanks.
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    how long does water pump, belts, radiator hoses, fuel pump lasts?

    Hi, I am wondering how long does these parts lasts typically on Cx-5? I never had to worry on Honda or Toyotas I had, but if anyone have replaced or have insights, please share. Also, once first 10 years of coolant is changed, do you need to change coolant every 2 years. Thanks.
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    2013 Rear Shock leak, how long can I keep riding?

    Hi, I took the car for oil change today, and told one of the rear shock is leaking little bit. My previous card never need to replace shock until about 60,000 miles, my car is still only 40,000ish miles. My question is can I keep riding until it breaks? How do I now if I need to replace the...
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    2013 sports reverse light wire

    Hi, Can some one answer couple questions please. Where is reverse light wire at front of the car? If there is no place at the front under the dash to get reverse light trigger, which wire to tap at the back? Is using t tap the only option? I did search on the web but these questions...
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    After market backup camera wiring

    Hi, I read on this forum but I still cannot see how to hook up reverse camera on cx5. Please explain to me on simple term. Other cars is to hook up to reverse light but I do not want to damage the module at the back. Thanks
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    What ti ckeck before power train warranty expires?

    If anyone has specifics please let me know. I understood reading from this forum, oil leaks, tensioner, but what else if any. Thanks
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    48 month, 40,000 mile service

    Hi, I have been performing dealer maintenance package to ensure warranty is covered. My 2013 cx-5 is 4.5 years old, so power train warranty is another 6 months. I went to Mazda website and owners manual, what is actually required at 48 month, 40,000 mile? Oil change, engine air filter, cabin...
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    How to remove scratches from windshield

    Hi, If anyone have done this, please let me know. I have light scratches of about 3 inches, wondered paint scratch remover will work? Thanks
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    How to protect headlights from UV

    hi, What do you do to protect headlights from UV so that it would not become foggy at later years? I used opti-seal twice a year but is there a better way? Thanks
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