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    Wheel locks for 2016 cx5 GT

    Hi, does anybody know the correct size of the lug nuts for the 19 inch wheels? I'd like to purchase wheel locks for some protection. I tried the locks from my old CRV but they didn't fit. Also, is any particular wheel lock better than another? I read good reviews on the name brand Gorilla but...
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    Cleaning CX-5 Engine Bay

    Has anyone cleaned the engine bay of their CX-5? I have not looked too much into it yet, just an idea. People typically recommend to cover electrical components, I was wondering if anyone had a nice picture/chart that would outline the important parts to protect and avoid water on for the CX-5...
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    [UK] 2012 Diesel (175PS) AWD CX-5, 73,333 miles, Have you had this problem?

    My car is currently in with dealer after a troublesome commute to work on Monday morning. A timeline of events: Vehicle System Inspection Required Engine Oil Pressure Low Engine Inspection Required Car enters 'Limp Home' Mode It's been mentioned that the start point may be to remove the sump...
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    Instrument cluster display on 2016 CX-5 Grand Touring w/ActivSense too dim

    We just got a 2016 CX-5 Grand Touring with the technology and ActivSense packages for our young drivers and overall like the look, handling and spaciousness of the vehicle. One thing that is a problem is the brightness of the instrument cluster display, particularly the right "multi information"...
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    CX-5 European roof cross bars

    I know that this forum focuses mainly on North America market, but maybe there is someone interested in European model as well. In European model there are no roof rails and cross bars fix directly to the roof. I decided by OEM bars, as there were cheaper (little more than 200 USD) than any...
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    2013 CX-5 OEM camera failure, next steps?

    Hi all, First time poster, but I've been a reader since before I bought my CX-5. I've got a 2013 CX-5 Touring with a factory sat-nav in the dash and a factory backup camera that recently stopped working. I was hoping it was the extreme cold of a northern VT winter and it might start working...
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    2016 CX-5 Japan Model

    Seems the Japanese 2016 Cx-5 model get's some upgrades over the states including power folding sideview mirrors. See this video review from Japan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckioJoHXcGc
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    new to the forum and 3M Clear Bra CX-5 cost sharing!

    Hi All, Just pick up my new 2015 CX-5 Grand Touring AWD, can't be more excited about the new ride. With all my other cars first thing I am going to do is put on clear bra on the bumper, fender and hood. Anyhow, I am ordering from the site in the link below and will be ordering the film with...
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    Help w/ AppRadio 4 and AXXESS ASWC-1?

    Hello All, I just replaced my OEM HU in my 2013 CX-5 Sport AWD (no Bose) w/ a Pioneer AppRadio 4 (SPH-DA120). I'm using a Metra 7903 harness adapter, a Metra backup cam, Honda antenna adapter and finally the Axxess ASWC-1. All connections are crimped and secure. My problem is with the steering...
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    Air Filter - Recommendations?

    Hey I'm looking at replacing my air filter possibly. I have just over 31k miles on my '14 CX-5 2.5l. Is it a waste to replace it at this mileage or should I replace it? Is there a particular brand that's better than the latter? I thought i read a post on this topic but I can't seem to find...
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    Fatcat 6 Ski Rack on factory roof rails and crossbars

    Hello! I'm wondering if anyone here has successfully installed the Yakima Fatcat 6 ski rack on their CX-5 using factory roof rails and crossbars to mount. The Yakima fit guide says it will work but the Amazon fit guide says no go. Just wondering it will work and whether or not ski bindings will...
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    Petition to Mazda Regarding Infotainment Head Unit

    I posted this on the CX-5 forum as well as it relates to both vehicles. If you are as frustrated with the Infotainment Head Unit as I am, you will want to read this and sign the petition...
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    What I would like to see added to the CX-5

    I received my 2014 Mazda CX-5 last week and after 7 days of driving thought I would post a few nice to have tweaks which hopefully someone can help me with. - The frustrating USB shuffle mode, when turned off and on the USB starts from the first track (doesnt pick up from the last song!!)...
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    Need Off-Road/Soft-Road Help! Adjustable suspension? Softer shocks? Trade in? WAT DO?

    Thanks very much in advance for any suggestions anyone might have! This is a bit long, so, Much, Much appreciated! Here's the situation: 2014 CX-5 Sport (6sp/FWD). Have had it for about a year. Love it! (Would love it more if I could have the 2.5L with the 6sp, but whatever.) I never did a lot...
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    iphone 6 connection problem

    so, my iphone 6 pairs with the cx-5 no problem, but....nothing works. You can't receive or make calls. It just freezes. I tried setting the car back to factory settings and I changed the name of my phone to make it different from the previous iphone. The address book downloads and even the quick...
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    Mazda CX-5 exterior brake light (drive side)

    Hello, First time posting, hope I'll do good :-) I need to replace the brake light (the longer one on the drive side*), not the one into the tailgate, on my CX-5 2014. I'm in Canada, in the Quebec province, anyone had a contact for that ? And second, I've research in the forum and online...
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    Mazda CX-5 exterior brake light (drive side)

    Hello, First time posting, hope I'll do good :-) I need to replace the brake light (the longer one on the drive side*), not the one into the tailgate, on my CX-5 2014. I'm in Canada, in the Quebec province, anyone had a contact for that ? And second, I've research in the forum and online...
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    2015 CX-5 GT - Phonebook always downloads

    I have a new 2015 CX-5 and each time I get in the car the system does a full phonebook download resulting in 2-3 minutes of wasted time. I saw that the Mazda 6 had the same issue from this thread from 2014...
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    Tyre Pressure Increase Pressure Dashboard Warning

    I have a warning appeared on my dash two days ago. It doesn't seem linked with the TPMS system. Tyres are at correct pressure for the 19"s (36psi front and back) and TPMS has been reset, however the message and it's accompanying 'Master Warning' light won't disappear. Anyone had similar? Know...
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    CX-5 fuel issues

    Hi My CX-5 seems to getting a lower than expected fuel economy. The agents claim that it should do less than 9L/100Km and mine shows 12.3L/100Km or more. Today the agents said the A/F sensor may be blocked internally so to run at high RPM to clean it. Tried that but it doesn't seems to work...
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