2005 Mazda 3

[goldwing2000]

i didnt know that cool man thnx for the info, can u find a link that shows what a maz3 does in the 1/4 mile? (drive)

About 16 seconds.

 

[Mikey444]

What about the lackluster paint, any changes?

 

[Sylent_Snyper]

300 miles per gallon?? (wow) Call Ripley!

My fault.... I meant 300+ per tank

 

[xenon929]

Open a window you panzies...

Who needs Air Conditioning? Kills gas mileage anyway right?

Come live in Puerto Rico for a few months...We'll see if you still say the same thing! ;-)

Specially when u have to wear a suit to work! (rant) (eyeballs)

 

[Murray]

and it seems that the first year production of this vehicle (2004) seems to have a lot of problems with major problems being the air conditioning, excessive rear brake dust and something about the automatic transmission.

That's odd ... I haven't had problem 1 with mine aside from that time the wife left the dome light on all night.

A/C problem? Ehm, it's no worse than the MSP's A/C and believe me, it gets crazy hot down here (Louisiana).

 

[BlueMonsta]

read the TSB sticky, to learn about resolved issues.
edit:
http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=106250

 

[mobomelter]

isn't it true that running the a/c is better for gas mileage since putting your windows down creates more drag?

 

[Lord_Zath]

At higher speeds, yeah. Which is why I switch over from windows to a/c int he 40-50 mph range.

 

[mtbracer]

For those that have issues with rear brake dust, AC, and rattling from rear.
Go this link http://www.finishlineperformance.com/mazda3/bulletins_index.html


They have a Serice and Parts Recall Bulletins. You can download the pdf file that suits your problem. Then make sure your car is within the vin number recall or problem issue. I hope this helps for some people.

Here is the list. http://www.finishlineperformance.com/mazda3/bulletins_index.html


2004 MAZDA3 Crash Zone Sensor Recall
Engine Vibration / No. 3 Engine Mount Rubber Broken - Issued 07/13/05
One-Touch Power Window Stops Halfway
Brake Squeak / Grind Noise From Rear Brakes
Mazda3 i Trim Level (4-Door) Accessory Fog Light
Front Brake Squeak When Cold
Front Door Rattle
Front Crankshaft Bolt Service Warning
Drive Belt Tensioner Pulley Breakage / Charging Warning Light On / Overheating
Brake Rotor Grooved
Trunk Lid Difficult To Open
Engine Hard To Start
Driver Door Lock Inoperative / Room Light Stays On
Information Display Shows Bars
AC Poor Performance
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Lamp Illuminated & Warning Buzzer
- Service Tip
Power Window Inoperative
Fuel Delivery Module Installation
O2 Sensor DTC Error, P2195/P2196
Loose Door Trim Screw Cap
Front Wipers Do Not Wipe Well
Abnormal Whine Noise From Steering System
Room Fuse Removal / Installation Caution
Stains on Paint
Squeak Noise From Rear Brakes
Splashing Sound From Inside Dash During Cold Start
Scraping Noise Over Bumps From Right Rear Wheel
Seat Belt Minder Deactivation
MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P0128
Water Droplets / Moisture Inside Front & Rear Lights
License Plate Frame Installation

 

[blondee_yvr]

Bulletin for A/C only applies to 04's and those that don't have a diffuser installed. 05's and higher have it already installed. A/C is the s**** in the 05's. Heard some info that he 06's are a LOT better. Have to wait until the summer to get more info.

 

[blondee_yvr]

My week old 2005 M3 hatch works fine. I just keep it on recycle and on 2 or 3 for fan power(any higher and the air comes out too fast to feel really cold).

U should NOT have to keep on 2 or 3 (besides, that's way too loud). It's suppose to work properly at 1.

 

[Gambino]

And, what will they do about te lackluster paint if anybody knows?

thats my main complaint. anything any little piece of debris touches the front of my car, it takes all the paint off down the dark color underneath.....I hate it. I really want to repaint my entire front end and make it about 3 times as thick

 

[trees]

iI hate this paint, i think the snow chipped my hood last week

 

[blondee_yvr]

Talk about hating your paint. My silver 3 Sedan has the driver and pass doors slightly darker than the rest of the car. I had the dealer and a body shop look at it and they both agreed that the car wasnt painted. Looks like it's from the factory this way. They must've ran out of paint or painted the doors separately. This new environmental paint is so fragile, it's not funny.

I wonder if adding extra layers of wax will help protect it from chips; otherwise, we can always get 3M clearcoat type hood protector.

 

[trees]

i dont think the wax will help at least it didnt help my car much

 

[Gambino]

I wax my car regularly and thouroughly (sp?) and it doesnt help me.

 

[rallywhite3]

first week into ownership, i had the check engine light come on. took it in w/o an appointment and found out it was misfiring other than that no problems.

 

[rallywhite3]

Talk about hating your paint. My silver 3 Sedan has the driver and pass doors slightly darker than the rest of the car. I had the dealer and a body shop look at it and they both agreed that the car wasnt painted. Looks like it's from the factory this way. They must've ran out of paint or painted the doors separately. This new environmental paint is so fragile, it's not funny.

I wonder if adding extra layers of wax will help protect it from chips; otherwise, we can always get 3M clearcoat type hood protector.

My ford has the clear bra and it has really saved the paint. i think i will shell out the money for my 3.

 

[thasilver3]

i hate this paint on my 3 my paint is chippin all on the front. i think its comin close to either get a clear bra or paint the front after im done moddin the car but first comes my r6

 

[HighTymes]

U should NOT have to keep on 2 or 3 (besides, that's way too loud). It's suppose to work properly at 1.

Oh it does work great on 1 but when I get into a hot car here in Bakersfield, you want alittle more air flow then what 1 puts out,lol. That least until the car is cool and then it goes to one and keeps the car cool from there.