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There's no one correct/strict method per se to do it but multiple ways of cleaning engine bays. As long as you take precautions in covering up sensitive components and areas, it should be fine. One area not specifically mentioned in this thread that shouldn't be overlooked is the intake at the...

It's really not my thing, but for those looking for something described by the OP, they do have something like that for CX-5s on eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Center-console-armrest-storage-box-elbow-supporting-For-Mazda-CX-5-CX5-2012-2013-/251625999437

For North America it was an option for the TomTom navigation unit's SD card slot. It has a horizontal slide cover to keep the slot protected. Otherwise it was supposed to be a coin holder.

When I first got my clear bra, I had the full hood with wrapped edges, bumper, headlights, and the black part just over the front emblem done. My take on it is it's better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it because you can't control what may happen in any given circumstance...

Several weeks ago got some Titanium M6 25mm bolts Torx size T30 on eBay for about $7. I chose the tapered version for a clean and flat-shaped look. It's a matter of preference but there's also the rounded shape head and also a thumb-screw style as other options. The reason I chose torx is some...

Cleaning "jean" stains from cx-5 sport cloth seats? pre-treat with an apc or even 303 multi-fabric cleaner or 303 spot remover. careful with light agitation with a brush that it does not spread the stain. try a test area first with your cleaning product of choice such as a heavy...

Just tried out the new Blackfire Wet Diamond Waterless Wash Kit for the first time on my CX-5. It's a highly concentrated product (1 part product to 48 parts water) that comes with a sprayer. (Kinda bugs me a bit using the term "waterless" when it does use water.) It's even more convenient...

Just to note that there are different versions of Mothers Back to Black. The cleaner is what you want (if you are going this route). The other Back to Black products are after the trim is clean. The cleaner comes with the nylon brush that is used first to scrub out all the stubborn stains...

i'm not doubting the strength of 3m's vhb tape - used in modern architecture skyscraper panels. but it's all in the context of application. not to mention how sturdy or well made are those rails? what can go wrong?

mike m. might be on to something... the roof rails could be a disguise, like clark kent's eyeglasses. just add more chrome and fake carbon fiber stick-ons like antennas and stuff from ebay. when you quickly remove them, it's an entirely different, mild-mannered vehicle.

so, there is a konami code for the cx-5. :)

thanks for taking the time to document and share the process. i'm glad to hear it works. it sounds very promising to 2013 owners since likely not much would change in that regard from one year to the next for the cx-5. for those who are anal about factory wiring or like it as close to oem as...

the soundgate's cigarette lighter adapter splice unit might convert the 12v dc to 5v. so, if the usb port already has enough amps and the voltage there is sufficient, then he could theoretically wire the power directly to the usb to eliminate the power adapter altogether. not sure of the...

got mine on ebay last year - one for the spare and one for the main fob w/ free shipping. being silicone it'll be grippy when its new. over time not so much. a tiny dab of lotion might help...

as with the majority of accessories out there, it'll likely not be sold explicitly in the u.s. market. i'm sure mazda goes out of their way to not make most accessories available in the u.s... in which case, the petscreen and gutter guard combo works rather well.

i love black but chose silver for all the reasons mentioned. i love a black interior and very glad it doesn't have outright contrast stitching, which i truly loathe - such as red as found on the equinox. while not as dramatic, silver can be polished to a shine. also, sometimes i drive in the...

+1 can't trust anybody else to handwash unless they know what they're doing. http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-Pro/how-to-properly-wash-and-dry-a-car/

i really wish north america could have purchase access to the boot/trunk/cargo room storage system. since we don't, this has suited my needs thus far: it's an office depot folding crate($25) with collapsible handle and two wheels secured by adjustable bungees and s-biners. it's not heavy duty...

it looks ok to me but i rather have oem & not worth the money or effort. for some reason, i don't know why (more horizontal front lines maybe?), it reminds me of a pt cruiser.

i used scotch guard for water and liquid repellence as a preventative measure - not as an end-all solution nor expect it to block stains. as mentioned already for stains: seat covers, floor liners, cargo liners/covers... i scoff whenever a product claims "nanotechnology" as a legitimate...