What have you done to your CX-5 today?
- Thread starter Kayger12
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Today I plugged in an OBD2 Bluetooth adapter into the CX-5 and used Torque Pro on a very old Android phone for monitoring. I am surprised to find that Torque Pro is able to read the Transmission Temperature pid for the CX-5. Looks like I don't have to get an Ultragauge for the CX-5 then.
Congrats on your CX-5 purchase! Man, that's an awesome deal on the accessories
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- Plano, Texas, USA
Congrats! Make sure to turn on your oil life monitor and utilize flexible maintenance on oil change interval.
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- San Antonio, Texas
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- '15 CX-5 Miata AWD
Yes. I have a 1000 mi engine and the valves had crap caked on them already. Also mazda OEM moly oil is very good, top end/camshafts of the pulled 53k motor looks brand new
Interesting, thanks for the report on this. I intend to keep mine for a long time, and it's had nothing but Mazda Moly Oil and Shell gas (except for one dealer fill with Castrol that I dumped after 1,000 miles when my MPG went way down). Good to see a report from a partial tear down.
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- San Antonio, Texas
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- '15 CX-5 Miata AWD
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- Plano, Texas, USA
Are you saying the new engine is having problems already? How did you find out these oil in the intake manifold and carbon deposit on valves from your 1,000-mile new engine?
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- 2016 GT ST 47A
That looks great! We plan on doing the same. I was debating if 35% was too dark but after seeing your pics, I'm sold, 35% it is!
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- 23 CX-5 Premium
35% is pretty standard for the fronts. You'll be glad you did it.
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- 2016 GT ST 47A
Yes, wife goes to the skin doctor every nine months so it's added protection for her. Got two quotes for Llumar tint - $80 or $90 for regular and $150 for ceramic.
*edit - I've never had ceramic tint before. If I went that route would it look differently than the rear windows, i.e.: reflective or shiny?
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Thanks. The Costco thing turned out quite nicely. Good discount, no hassle and the 50% off coupon for filling out the survey was a real bonus for sure.
Thanks. I set the Maintenance Schedule, but in looking I see that there are a couple of things I missed. I will check those when I get home tonight.
Dunno about the ceramic tint as this is the first time I've ever gotten my windows tinted.
I got my front windows done for 80 dollars with 3 year warranty. The brand name is Solarfree which I never heard before and is suppose to have 99%UV protection. I do notice that my interior isnt as hot as before when I get into the car on a sunny day. For just 80 dollars, Im quite happy with the tint job.
I want to do this in Texas heat. 80 bucks for front windshield including labor?
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- San Antonio, Texas
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- '15 CX-5 Miata AWD
I had ceramic on my meteor grey mics cx5. It works very well. I didn't pay the premium when I got my white one since the car already would be less conductive of heat.
Got my Deep Blue Touring CX-5 with moon roof and bose audio.
Wish list
1. DRL since it is a darker color for safety + looks
2. Chrome A/C vent - make it softer
3. Center Arm Rest upholstered for more comfort.
4. Windshield UV ceramic coat.
Beyond that I just want to make it look a little better. Got a great deal on the car, so can spend a bit on mods. I wanted LED Door Sills if they were magnetic (no wiring needed).
And i am new to customizing - so hoping if anyone can point out to a good independent in DFW
Wish list
1. DRL since it is a darker color for safety + looks
2. Chrome A/C vent - make it softer
3. Center Arm Rest upholstered for more comfort.
4. Windshield UV ceramic coat.
Beyond that I just want to make it look a little better. Got a great deal on the car, so can spend a bit on mods. I wanted LED Door Sills if they were magnetic (no wiring needed).
And i am new to customizing - so hoping if anyone can point out to a good independent in DFW
