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    CX-5 as camping vehicle for a tall person?

    2014 CX5 With the front seat all the way forward there is 6'9"
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    GT-R 2019 - Can't drive with only parking lights on?

    If you search turning off DRL I think you will find there is a fuse you can pull. Since this comes up often for you, you might pull the fuse and replace it with a switch and fuse in series.
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    CX-5 Trailer Hitch

    BTW I designed a hidden hitch back in 2014. (I designed and built my trailer as well.) https://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123841080-Hidden-hitch-(Completely-hidden)&highlight=
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    CX-5 Trailer Hitch

    I have a Curt Class II Receiver Hitch (1.25 in sq receiver) I tow a 1000 lb trailer extensively every summer. Probably around 1500 miles. The hitch is perfect for this application. I did modify the draw bar so it doesn't rattle, but that would be needed with any hitch.
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    2019 CX-5 Signature, Seat discomfort?

    Note. The foam I used is VERY firm. You can not press your fist down enough to bottom out in it. I cut it to size with a table saw. Your mileage may vary. I went this route because I didn*t want the foam to crush between the bolsters. I essentially have a small bench seat. BTW I made a...
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    2019 CX-5 Signature, Seat discomfort?

    i al also a large person. 65. 250 lb. I like everything about the CX5 but the seats. I obtained some very firm foam (from a very old military Jeep cushion) about 2in. Thick. I cut it to just fit between the bolsters. I can now drive all day comfortably. The trouble with bucket seats is...
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    2013~2016 2016 Mazda CX-5 LIFTGATE STAY DAMPER Issues

    Would someone with the original struts measure the pivot center to pivot center distance. I have the new shorter ones and I want to find longer struts. Thanks
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    2017~2024 How can I upgrade my sport headlights to the GT led headlights?

    Nice pix, but how do they work for seeing where you are going? I don't care what they look like. I just want to light up more of the road.
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    OEM Trailer Hitch

    I believe the hitch is always a dealer installed item, and many of them have not done it well. the "Mazda hitch" Actually the hitch Mazda chooses to install requires cutting the bumper. The Curt hitch does not. BTW My daughter had a Curt hitch installed by our local garage. Perfect job, and...
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    2014 Head lamp upgrade.

    When I bought my 2014 the recommended upgrade for the high beam was to swap a Philips 9011 for the stock 9005 I did this and found it an improvement. Now my Daughter has a 2014 6 Same headlights. Is this still the best option. I see adds for OSRAM - Night Breaker Unlimited and Philips 9005...
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    This really chaps my hide

    Unless it is a Cop. see earlier post.
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    This really chaps my hide

    I flagged down a police car who had a tire so bald the steel belts were showing. I would have considered it to dangerous to drive on let alone chase someone. He told me it was not illegal for a police car and drove off. Not stating any conclusions,
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    1st full fill to dry tank drive

    6 pages telling a guy when to buy gas. His car, his money, his life. Buy it when you want and God bless you.
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    Just bought 2018 CX-5 GT w/premiu pkg - Beware of dealer installed hitch!

    Curt hitch self installed for the win.
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    Replacement Liftgate Support Strut?

    At 6'6" I have been avoiding the recall. so far my OEM struts work great on my 2014.
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    WARNING, New ole fart with 2019 CX-5 Sig and a TON of Questions!

    Age 72 here. Bought the CX-5 because sitting up straight fits my old body better, but I still require good handling and FUN. I have rebuilt engines, repaired carburetors and distributors on the side of the road. Even restored and showed a SAAB 96. I would never go back. I love the CX-5
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    HELP! Got rear ended, now car won't stop beeping!

    He needs something to drive until it is convenient to take it in for a insurence estimate. Then something to drive until the shop can take it. Also he needs to drive it to the insurence estimator. All reasons to stop the beep.
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    First time ever

    Well stated. I once restored a Saab 96 and then drove it until it died. I loved the handling, and didn't care that it looked funny. I got a lot of strange looks and some why do you drive that thing. I just smiled. The best comment was when I pulled up to a stop light next to a Citron DS He...
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    Car and Driver doesnt seem to think the RAV4 beats the CX-5

    I tow a lot with my 2014. It is a great tow vehicle.
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    Towing Down Under

    this has been discussed before. No one seems to know why the car is rated lower in the US. Theory's are higher hyway speeds in the US for vehicles with trailers, and insurence companies. I don't know why.
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