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    2016.5 Mazda CX-5 NR:Dashcam that can be powered by USB

    your invisicord goes into the plug on the back of your rear view mirror, which is visible (and sort of accessible) with the cover installed, provided you have auto dimming mirror (or features requires/sends power to your rear view mirror)
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    2016.5 Mazda CX-5 NR:Dashcam that can be powered by USB

    Thanks for your recommendation. Invisicord had pretty good support, the mini to micro USB converter was faulty in my order, and he sent me two more right away.
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    2016.5 Mazda CX-5 NR:Dashcam that can be powered by USB

    Was my fault... This is for New Zealand spec. Our auto dimming mirror plug had 3 wires: Black/Blue, Solid Black and Black/Green I initially connected to B/B+ and Black-, but there might be an issue with the insertion and I measured ~0 V. Then I connected like this: B/B + Black B/G - Which...
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    2016.5 Mazda CX-5 NR:Dashcam that can be powered by USB

    self correcting that... auto dimming light remains on when I observed dashcam shutting down (an in several cases screen turning off but recording light flashing), when I leave the gear in either P or R for like more than 30 seconds. might just be my dash cam (mini 0805)... I'll check with...
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    2016.5 Mazda CX-5 NR:Dashcam that can be powered by USB

    I noticed that sometimes when I put into Reverse, the dashcam would shutdown - I recall that auto dimming mirror is disabled when reversing (for better visibility) and I wonder if the power was cut down at fuse box and dashcam treat it like a engine shutdown...
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    Installing A Dash Cam

    Thanks We don't have homelink in NZ, but mine does have auto dimming etc. I opened the cover the other day (surprisingly easy) and checked I have power supply there. But invisicord were out of main components around new year, mine should be made and shipped shortly.
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    Installing A Dash Cam

    Did you pick the standard connector (3/4 x 1/8), or the micro one (1/2 x 1/16)? Is it a good fit? Thanks.
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    CX-5 Armrest Cover (GT w / Black Leather)

    bump for update, looking for info about that armrest cover, thanks.
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    New cx5 2.5p limited edition in soul red

    hey another kiwi! Let me know how you like it and how much you paid for it. I might test drive a 2.5 limited this weekend but dealer said there is little to negotiate on price (hinted 3% off RRP)
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    new car - mazda 3 skyactive or mzr?

    Hi all I've been looking for a new car. Locally we have two compact options under the M badge: Mazda 3 skyactive 2.0L 6sp auto at NZD33k (cloth trim and 16 inch alloy) Mazda 3 MZR 2.0L 5sp auto, a "special version" with leather trim and 17 inch wheels at NZD32k The MZR can be quite thirsty...
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    CX5-Models by country

    New Zealand GLX (base model, 2WD petrol) GSX (sweet spot, 2WD petrol, 4WD petrol, 4WD diesel) - navigation, dual zone climate ac, leather wrapped steering wheel Limited (top of line, 4WD petrol, 4WD diesel) - 19 inch wheels, leather seats, hid, lane departure, blind spot monitoring, moonroof...
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    Vinegar smell from air vent

    mould, bacteria etc living in there the air intake of your AC is under your wipers. you can close windows, turn AC to max and spray some stuff there. some dealers offer thorough clean of the vents n pipes for some 80 nz$.
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    What have you done to your P5 today?

    fixed the front end squeaking problem that annoyed hell outa me in the past 8 months... http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?p=4058760#post4058760
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    front end clunk??

    ok my problem solved kinda. it came from the (aftermarket adjustable) endlink. i took the wheels off yesterday, and when i grabbed the front left endlink and tried to move it back n forth i got the same sound i've been hearing.. i put my ears upclose and the sound comes from the top swivel. i...
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    front end clunk??

    i hear the front sway bar is a pita - one of the bushing did break apart couple months ago and I had it reinstalled during the service. nothing changed. how's your car going?
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    front end clunk??

    i have the problem with squeaking sound when turnning steering wheels, particularly when car warms up, at low speed. i started to hear the sound occasionally 2 years ago, not long after i installed eibach pro kit with adjustable endlinks. it disappeared after a service, the guys said it's...
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    Are Tokico HP (blue) worth it over OEM KYB?

    my stock struts (with 25k KM on it) were shot after 18k KM on eibach pro kit. i was in a hurry and bought oem kyb from local dealer and 5k later the structs are squeaking. the mechanics did something (probably lubrication) and it was gone for 6 months and back again. i should have bought the...
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    0pics of the p5 i might soon buy

    umm me 2. looks like an autoexe grill with a msp sticker
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    Multivex Mirrors

    mind to point a link? had a search on the exact words but only returned this thread. thanks.
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    Multivex Mirrors

    thanks for the info, they also ship internationally, will check out. how is the qualify of the mirrors?
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