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Greetings! I am running a Pioneer AVH-W4500NEX head unit in my 2015 Mazda 6 Touring (with Bose). The instructions for cleaning the oil life indicator say this is done via the stock head unit. That isnt a convenient option for me. Is it a code I can clear with an OBD2 scanner? Or should I just...

I tried to do the oil change today for my CX-5 2017 GT. I watched a recent YouTube video on how to do the oil change and everything was spot on but the bit it recommended to use.. Granted the video was for a 2016 model.. See link for amazon at the end. I purchased it and used it with my 1/4...

Hey guys, I really need your help with diagnosing an issue. I pulled out engine oil dipstick on my 2017 CX-GT to check engine oil level. Engine oil had strong smell of gasoline. It only has 4700 miles on it, the car is new, had a first oil change about a month ago at the dealer. The car runs...

Hey guys and gales, new to the CX-5 9 (Mazda) and have been reading quite a bit on oil types/brands in the forums. With all that reading I can't seem to get a handle on what is the consensus on this subject. I know I need 0w20 Synthetic but what's the best currently? Live in Maryland, and wife...

Hey everyone, I'm new here, but not new to the P5. I've had it for a little over 2 years now and just recently came across a couple of problems. Hopefully someone can help out with one or all of these lol 1. When turning my steering wheel at idle there is a noticeable clicking/groaning sound. I...

Hello community, I hope this thread is on the correct area. I'd like to know about the engine oil my car needs. I recently got a used Mazda 5 2012. I read on the oil cap that my Mazda uses 0w20, but I'm not sure since I have heard two things: 1) One guy told me that since my car is currently...

Greetings all, I'm back again for another fix on Zuzu, my 2008 Mazda 5 with 178k miles. This time it was my leaking oil cooler. Let me start off with the BIGGEST WARNING EVER: There is a YouTube Instructional about a man fixing his leaking oil cooler with make-your-own gasket material. For...

I've got 2000 Protege LX 1.6L with basically no aftermarket parts. In the past year it's started burning oil pretty fast, and I've noticed there is a black, oily buildup that accumulates on the rear bumper and rear trunk panel after a few days of driving. There's no visible smoke from the...

Hello all, I have a new to me 2007 CX7 that I realized is dripping oil pretty badly. It is losing about a half quart per week. You can see that it looks like there is some damage at the boss where the bolt and leak are. It seems that could be the culprit. Has anyone seen a leak here before...

Which oil do you guys pour into your beloved Mazda5 (newer 2.5liter engine)? Is the usual 0W20 Mobil 1 is sufficient or better use something fancy like Liqui Moly? Thanks

Was driving from New York to Ohio and experienced an overheating condition. 2.0 FS-DE, all stock, 217k miles, broken A/C compressor, A/C always turned off. I stopped the car when the temperature gauge went to 75%. Oil level was normal, and coolant fan was working, but I topped it off anyway, and...

I just wanted to confirm... but an orange wrench icon went on on my 2014 Mazda 3 GT. I do believe this is due scheduled maintenance? I procrastinated a bit and forgot to change the oil at 11k, so I doubt is an engine problem. Also ... if I bring the car to a different place that is not the...

We need help because nobody knows whats cause it or even how to fix it. Last week, out of nowhere, around 5 indicator lights (BSM OFF, TCM OFF, battery, oil, seatbelt) on the dashboard turned on. I took it to the dealer service, they think it was because of the "after market" trailer hitch...

I recently had my mazda 5 diesel serviced. A week later the warning light for fuel in oil came on. My mechanic says that he can't see how it could happen. He also says that the engine is a Ford Focus engine and that on the focus there is no FIO warning light. He wonders if it is a trick to get...

Hello 247 Its been getting quite cold here lately(-5/-10 C) and im experiencing a ticking noise from the 1.3 lt engine that disapears as soon as the engine gets up to temperature. I was thinking it might be a valve thing, bit considering the fact the this model uses a timing chain, im more...

Any recommendations on 0w-20 oil used with the Skyactiv engines. The manual recommends Castrol or the Mazda brand with molly. I thought I would use the Castrol since it is easier to source and cheaper then going through the dealership. Any known benefits of the Mazda molly?

Hey guys, haven't gotten around to an introductory post yet, 2nd shift doesn't allow enough time to detail the car and take the pics with my wife's camera (much better than my potato phone) the way I want. So that will come soon! Anyways, yesterday my wife cranked up the car to head out and I...

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...

I bought my 2007 Mazda 3 2.0L a few months back from a reputable dealership. A month after I got it I had to replace my thermostat, no big deal. I have an extended warranty on the car. Another month goes by and I need an oil change as I drive the car about a hundred miles a day on the...

Hey all, got a new CX-5 Touring a few days ago with 11 miles on it. Love the car, only one problem: it smells like what I believe to be burning oil. I've smelled it since about 20 miles and it's most noticeable after any kind of moderate acceleration (such as getting on the interstate).. A few...