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Hi, i need help. Today i just replaced my batter at auto zone today and drove my car home with no problems. I received my LED Map lights in the mail today and was excited to install them. As I was replacing my second to last Map light i saw a spark and the car turned off immediately. I tried...

I realize I'm stuck in the past, but I was wondering if an in-dash single CD player could be added to my 2015 Mazda 3 Sport Hatchback which has the 7" LCD infotainment system? Would the necessary mounting, wiring and software be in the vehicle, just needing the physical player to be connected...

Searched and came up sort of empty, 15 pages later and couldnt really find any pics of anyone elses install of a FPR... Recently bought an Aeromotive A1000... and since im fairly new to the mazda scene figured i would ask and see how everyone has installed theirs. Will upload pics for help

So my P5 randomly died while driving and now wont start. I'm suspecting fuel pump as i dont hear it humming from the gas tank when i switch the key to on. (Although, admittedly I can't say I ever heard it when my car was running, but i never particularly tried either) So I've ordered a new fuel...

I'm at 78K on my 2011 Mazda 2 Touring (5-speed manual) and I was looking to replace my spark plugs. Had it priced out at Mazda, just in case it was reasonable enough of a price, and they're quoting $350+. (wtf) This seems absurd to me as I'm thinking it shouldn't cost me more than $60 max for...

Got an E-Mail from a very trusted friend, who has owned exotics. He's been an engineer and machine designer since 1978. PS he still owns his first car. 1972 superbeatle, that he bought when he was 17!! It still runs great, so he's not into disinformation. I can imagine some of the Amsoil...

First off the obligatory but important safety warnings when dealing with the air bag system on any vehicle: Before disconnecting an air bag connector, always turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, disconnect the negative battery cable, and then wait for 1 min or more to allow the backup...

Hey Guys, I kinda feel like this might belong in a generic 'How To' forum but here we go anyway. Lets start with the purpose for this guide. Times are tough and not everyone has money for brand new wheels, but hey?!? I have a set here that aren't too bad to look at with the exception of their...

How to Replace the Passenger Side Mirror Cover Someone sideswiped me and the cover to the passenger side rear view mirror got cracked. (mirror is fine). I ordered one from Mazda for $30.00 and it will be in a few days. Have looked everywhere online for instructions, any instructions on how to...

My belt going to the alternator and water pump snapped the other day. I took off the air conditioning belt o get it out of the way but when i try to adjust the alternator tensioner so I can put the new belt on I it doesn't do anything. and if I need to adjust the alternator bracket how do I get...

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- So my old horn finally died after rusting through and through, so i needed a new one . like this but RUSTY + Broken Searched Autozone for a cheap little 15$ horn that sounded like a little clown car;s horn...

My MSP started squeaking a few weeks back when the engine is cold. As i drive the squeak goes away, so I bought new belts to replace the old ones. Is there a how to somewhere on replacing the belts in the MSP? Or even a generic belt replacement How-To that someone can point me to? Never...

Installing Downpipe,cat back exhaust, rear sway bar & boost gauge in one day! Advice? Hey everyone this Saturday I will be installing the Cp-e catted downpipe, Corksport power series exhaust, whiteline adjustable rear sway bar, and prosport boost gauge with vent pod all in one day! The downpipe...

Anyone know where I can find good instructions for replacing struts on a 2006 Mazda3 5-door? I've replaced struts before, but only on early '90s BMWs -- never on a FWD car. I'm just replacing the OEM struts on my wife's daily driver. I'll probably just be using stock struts ordered from some...

There are several excellent posts about the non-fouler trick here on these forums. However, they require a basic knowledge of exhaust systems that I didn't have until I had to do it. While I was able to figure it out, I would have liked to have a much simpler guide available. This post is for...

After getting a code that comes on and off for the past 8 months. I have found that intake runner valve 1 was getting stuck open. This is the shutter valve located on the passenger side of the intake closest to the cabin. Now Mazda does not sell this part by itself they will only sell the...

Hi, I am new to the form. I have a 2004 Mazda3 with a Extreme Dimensions B2 Body kit (full). Usually I am pretty artistic and can figure clean ways for installation. But, I'm stuck!! I am trying to mount aftermarket fog lights on the after market frontend. If anyone out there has seen / or...

Introduction: The maintenance interval for the cabin air filter is 30,000 miles. I ordered a replacement WIX #24482 on line at www.nationalfilters.com for $13.56 + $7.55 S&H (to New England). The appearance was identical to and the fit was exactly like the OEM that came out. It took 2...

Alright, done it to my 2 Pro5's, and, have had requests on how it's done. Sorry I don't have pics, but, if anyone does this and takes pics in the process, I'd be happy to add em to this for a referance. So, here we go. You'll be starting with a bumper that looks like this What you'll...