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    How long does the 2017 original equipment battery remain trouble free?

    My 2014 CX5's battery lasted about 55000 miles, or about 4 years.
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    Shudder under braking

    I have the same shudder issue, but it seems to come and go. Sometimes I feel it one day, the other I don't.
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    Considering buying 2014/5/6 CX-5 <65K miles: Any major repairs coming up?

    I bought a 2014 2.5L AWD brand new and have 76k miles on it. Only non-routine maintenance I had to do was replace the horn (~20 bucks, DIY) that was corroded from winter salt splashing/corrosion. There were a couple recalls that were done for free (Gas filler neck, rear hatch door extension...
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    Trying to Decide Between CX-5 or CX-9

    I tow a 2000lb camper and have driven back and forth ~400 miles and through the poconos to the race track. No issues.
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    AWD...Turning off TCS?

    :)
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    AWD...Turning off TCS?

    You can disable TCS AND DSC by pressing-and-hold ingthe TCS button for 30seconds. When you begin pressing the button, you will see the TCS-disable light come on....continue holding for 30 seconds...then the TCS light will turn off. This disables DSC. You have to restart the car if you want TCS...
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    Unnecessary spark plug replacement?

    What were you expecting a worn out spark plug looks like? Looks pretty old, dirty, to me. I mean, your engine wasn't throwing codes, which you don't want it to, so yes its still going to physically work, but the point of maintenance like this is to prevent problems before they happen. Don't...
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    All-Terrain Tires

    I run ko2's. Great tire, but they are heavy (46lbs or so). Mileage will take a 2-3mpg hit. But for trails, its been great. Better grip, more confidence over rocks and obstacles, but just remember it doesnt fix the fact we have open differentials.
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    Dead/Dying horn after 3 years?

    I replaced the horn with a new OEM horn, and it sounds normal again.
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    Dead/Dying horn after 3 years?

    2014 CX-5 Touring AWD. The other day my horn started sounding funny, like it's only 50% its normal loudness. Checked the fuse, relay, everything is fine. So I ordered a new OEM horn to try replacing it, but it seems very weird to have a horn go bad. Has this ever happened to anyone? -Kyle
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    Bought a new 2017 CX5 - should I purchase extended warranty?

    No, and that goes for just about any other extended warranty anyone offers you for anything. Reasons in this case: 1. Mazda's are more reliable than most brands. 2. If problem was going to happen due to a major manufacturing defect, there's a good argument it's going to happen during your...
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    Anyone re-fill battery water?

    My battery has been very weak if it sits overnight in the cold after a few short trips (<2 miles), and in the morning the car wouldn't start. Come to find out, the water in the battery was practically bone dry. I filled up the six cavities with new distilled water, and so far, so good, but...
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    BFG KO2s on your AWD CX-5?

    I have them on my 2.5L 2014 CX-5 AWD Touring and have about 4000 miles on them. I am a very conservative driver, and I got probably a 4MPG drop with this heavier tire. Acceleration and stopping distance are slower and longer, and you will find yourself harder on the brakes (and probably wear...
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    Best Off-Road/Mud/Snow Tires

    Thanks. They have quieted down some after 1000 miles. Removing and retorquing the wheels seemed to help too. The greasemonkeys at Mavis Tire way over torqued them. They grip very well in the mild mud I've driven through. Hoping to test the better on Sunday.
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    Stock tires on 2015 CX-5 are dead after 17k miles. Warranty issue?

    I was down to 5/32" left of tread when I replaced them at 34000 miles last week. We probably do 90% highway driving.
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    Why did the TPMS light come on?

    Same thing happened to me a year or so ago. Just a quirk of the system. Hasn't happened since.
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    Anyone change fluid in transfer case on an AWD CX-5?

    Yeah I did my front transfer case and rear differential at ~30k. The oil was very metallic with tons of particles in it. I'll be changing it at 20k next time.
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    Best Off-Road/Mud/Snow Tires

    Finally got BFGoodrich T/A KO2's in LT225-65-R17. So far, ride is noticably noisier compared to stock Yokohamas. I drive with the radio off, but with the radio on at normal volume it probably isn't too bad for most people that aren't looking for it, but its there. Cornering is much less crisp...
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    How do you call this body part?

    I'd call it "rear/hatch door trim"
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    Best Off-Road/Mud/Snow Tires

    Please take pics. I'm nervous about going bigger than the 225/65/17 stock size, but if 245/65/17 works good for you i'd like to see.
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