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    Tire ideas in today's market? Deals?

    I might need all 4 tires soon. I do not see many B3G1 offer anymore - even if there is, it is for highly priced tires. The tires seems to be Walmart tires from prior owner - it did 20k and still going - perhaps it doesn't wear much. So if there is a deal, its time to change. Is Walmart is a...
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    Color of Mobil 1 after 5k?

    What is the color of Mobil 1 after 5k? I collected sample - wondering about sending it to the lab. It has 108k.
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    Backup camera wiring and GPS question (2015 Mazda3 LX iSport)

    I am considering buying a 2015 LX iSport Mazda 3. It does not have a backup camera right now. Is this true that it can be easily connected so that the camera appears on the center display? How easy is to wire it up - is it already wired to hook a camera? If I get the SD card with the Maps...
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    2013 Mazda5 Sport…Port or direct injection?

    2013 Sport I am wondering if this car use port or direct injection? Having used it entirely on freeway, lately my partner drives it - more like 12miles x 5 days/week - then I try to take it once a month on a freeway. I only use Mobil 1 - how often I should change the oil - I buy parts and...
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    Better features on the Mazda5 in UK?

    https://youtu.be/HYUT908wSuE On the 2nd row, there is a middle seat! Sliding doors are remote operated!
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    Grounding Throttle body?

    Saw a Youtube where someone grounds Throttle body and notice improvement in engine response! He tried it on Mz3 Any truth?
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    Induction service?

    Have you guys done the induction service by yourself? Any videos specific to 2nd gen? I would like to know how to bypass the MASS airflow sensor and where to spray? I do not have the fancy device that shop use - I need to manually spray it. Other than PS fluid, and air filter, I took the car...
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    e-Skyactiv-X engine with 49mpg

    UK has a Mazda3 with the e-Skyactiv-X engine that gives 49.9mpg. Why is this unavailable in the US?
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    Oil filter 51348XP vs 51348

    Should I get Oil filter WIX 51348XP vs 51348? Currently the drive is 6miles one way, 5 days a week. So its about 3k/yr I use Mobil 1 oil. I have been changing oil every year. Lately wondering about changing every 2 yrs - should I? Thanks
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    Why does the Gen 2 Mazda5 have low mpg in town?

    Most cars local vs freeway driving may have about 4mpgs difference. MZ5 has about 6/7 - am I correct? What do you guys get? I primarily used for out of town drive. When I tried 6mile trips, mpg seems under 22. Is this what you guys are getting?
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    Alternative to Mazda5?

    Wondering what cars are out there as an alternative to MZ5? It doesn't have to have a 3rd door seat. There are also EVs and hybrids! Not so much like these huge minivans like Sienna. 5 seater is fine with decent cargo space.
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    Second car radio?

    I have a car radio from a Honda by JVC - it has bluetooth too. Is there a use for it in my Mazda5? I am not planning on removing the Mazda5 factory radio.
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    Solenoid for the Indicator?

    2013 MZ5 Sport - the turn signal right indicator flashes rapidly. Where is that solenoid or relay need replacement - part # - any videos?
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    Upgrading from Mazda5 - Which car?

    Those upgrading from M5, which car are they going for? 3 row seat versatility with room for stuff and compact - what comes close?
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    MPG: SJC to LAX and return

    I have driven this route periodically on I-5 and am familiar. My car has 103k on it, mostly freeway. Tranny fluid flushed by the dealer at 86k. Had PS, Brake Fluid and Coolant done. I typically drove once a month but when my other car broke down recently, drove this instead. All of a sudden my...
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    Best tire for low usage - 3k/year?

    2013 Sport around 3k/year on freeway! 205/55/R16 When I bought it used, it came with 4 MasterCraft - tires made in 2016. I was making turn when the GPS started falling - I oversteered and hit the curb - the driver side front tire was instantly flat due to damage on the sidewall. In my entire...
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    Pandemic and Engine oil change?

    I changed engine oil a yr ago with Mobil Extended performance. I drive once a month just to maintain it, so I drove 300-600 miles only in the last 12 months I did not check engine oil color but will do so - I bet it looks brand new oil. Assuming engine oil color is not an issue, can I extend...
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    Spark plug change interval!

    Do u guys think that I am on the right track with this? Scotty Kilmer recommends changing Sparks to prolong the Starter. I researched and found these: <https://www.thedrive.com/reviews/27526/best-spark-plugs> Copper every 30k Rock Auto says: x2 for Platinum -> 60k x3 for Double Plat -> 90k x4...
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    C-19 Storage?

    I have been driving the car once a month just to ensure engine oil does not get moisture - so I drive to shops and back! Is starting the engine and idle is good enough - if so how long should it run? Incidentally, I hear more wear & tear is at idle! With the insurance renewal coming...
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    AMS oil?

    Anyone tried AMS oil for engine & tranny on this car?
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