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    What steps should I take to ensure that my next set of $600 tires last more than 18K?

    Hi, I am not a car guy. Just a family minivan drivin noob that needs some advice on what to do about my Mazda5 that has burned through a set of (allegedly) good tires in 18,970 miles. I have poked around the internets and Im just getting more confused. Specific advice will be greatly...
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    2011 Mazda 5

    Hi everyone. Here are some pics of our new Mazda 5. 6 Speed Manual. Crystal Pearl White Electric Sliding Doors 7 Seats Please tell me what you think.
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    picking up 2006 Mazda5 today

    I will hopfully be picking up a 2006 Mazda5 sport today. It's black, with black leather and heated seats, Navigation system, 5-speed, sunroof and 100K mi. I've owned more than 35 cars in my lifetime, but this is the first Mazda. I'll be searching the forum for all things related to Mazda5 and...
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    Picking up my 2010 Mazda5 on Monday, so a few ?'s

    My wife and I purchased a 2010 Mazda5 yesterday. We got a good deal on their shuttle vehicle, which is a GS with 17k on it. Nice car, and fits two car seats, which we'll need when our next baby is due later this week. There are a lot of options after all the purchase stuff though that I'm...
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    New to the forum, anybody have a 2012 they want to tell me about?

    Hello, I'm new to the forum and here to introduce myself, just contacted the dealer yesterday and asked him to find me a 2012 GT - Silver. Haven't asked him to get one here, but about to once my current car sells (most likely this week based on interest) I've pretty much made up my mind, but...
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    Mazda reveals the 2012 MAZDA5 and the sport of "SPEEDPACKING"!

    Enjoy the video and let Mazda know what you think of this reveal / video...Much appreciated, thanks! :D <object width="640" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/06K1Mw9wUjE?fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param...
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    Mazda5 Thule Roof Rack

    Mazda5 Thule Roof Rack - SOLD I have a Thule roof rack setup, only on the car for a couple weeks and in great shape. I haven't used it in over a year. I'm selling the Mazda5 and won't need it any more. I had it for transporting surfboards (if you want the surf attachment, let me know). I...
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    Did the Thule fairing reduce wind noise for you?

    I put a Thule roof rack on my '10 Mazda5 this weekend and I'm surprised at how loud it is... As soon as I hit 30mph or so it sounds like I'm sitting in a wind tunnel. I've heard two things... one, wrap a bungee around the front bar which could help. Does this really help? And two, get the...
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    Hi! Brand new here, looking to replace my trusty '88 Toyota truck with a Mazda5

    Hey! We outgrew our almost-classic Toyota 4x4 ten years ago when we had our first of three kids. But, we bought it new off the lot, we honeymooned in it, we have a lot of history and fond memories with it, and it's a great truck. I just don't know how anyone can own (and thus maintain) a...
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    2007 5 vs. 2010 5 acceleration

    I traded my '07 Mazda5 Touring for a 2010 Mazda5 Touring back in April and have noticed in the 2010 a serious lack of cajones when I want it to get up and go compared to the 2007. The engine and dimension specs appear to be exactly the same. Anyone notice acceleration problems in 2010 Mazda5...
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    Coolant Odor, 2009 Mazda 5

    My 2009 Mazda 5 has an engine coolant odor while running and for a short time after the engine is shut down. I've had it to two different dealers, three times, and they say they can smell the odor, but cannot find where it is coming from. I am not losing coolant. Any simular problmes or fixes?
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    Weird Ticking like Marbles on my Mazda5

    My Mazda 5 is ticking sometimes upon start-up, making a weird noise which you can here at this link... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39Bh8ooji0Y It goes away after a few minutes of the car running. This is not every day, I cannot figure a rhythm, it is not necessarily when it is cold outside...
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    Mazda 5 - Handsfree System

    All, With the bluetooth - handsfree system engaged and cell phone able to dial out and receive calls - how do you MUTE a call so can listen w/o having to tell kids to be quiet all of the time... Had the cell itself on MUTE before got into the vehicle using headpiece - heard the bluetooth...
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    help !! ecu pinout mazda 5 2006

    I need the pinout of the ecu (PCM) for a mazda 5 2.3l man 2006 or similar. This is for a school projet to interface obd and a computer. if you have the info.. can you email me tthe_wood@hotmail.com. I really need it
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    Gettin my 5 on!

    So after lurking around this forum for a couple weeks I finally decided to take the plunge and become a minivan owner. We ended up with a 2008 Mazda 5 in grey with 41k miles and got it for $12,500. So far lovin the fact that I can plug in my mp3 player without having to pull apart the dash to...
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    Used 2009 Sport or 2008 Touring

    My wife and I are thinking about getting back to having a Mazda5 in the house, even after all the problems we had with our original 2006 M5. So what would you recommend? 1) a 2009 Sport in blue with sand interior and 8k miles on it? 17,599 OR 2) a 2008 Touring in black with black...
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    Help to replace side sill extension on 2008 Grand Touring

    I just had the side sill extension ripped off clean from the drivers side of our 2008 Mazda 5 Grand Touring in Black. The sills were stock and they run the length of the car. The seem to be plastic and are held on by a series of round white clips. I talked to the local Mazda dealer and they...
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    changing headlight bulb in Mazda 5

    Hello. I have successfully changed the driver side low beam headlight bulb but I cannot get the clamp back on the passenger side. Any advise?!!! I must have spent over almost two hours trying to get that thing back on and my hands and fingers are hacked up! Any help would be appreciated...
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    Rear Brake calipers - Need help!

    So I bought some new pads and rotors for the 5 today, since one side, the pad was rubbing and makin an awful racket. got everything off, got the new parts, even borrowed the fancy caliper compression tool. figured it would be a snap to get everything back together. first off - the compression...
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    3 weeks with the 5...

    so ive owned the car 3 weeks.. and ive got quite a bit done.. and still more to come... keep in mind i have a heavy school schedule plus school, so this is coming along quickly with that.. (40+ hours of school and work) week one.. we bring it home... week 2/3 Vent visors and WINDOW TINT...
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