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    Space Behind Rear Seats

    Has anyone been able to get 4 golf bags with the rear seats in the full upright position?? I know the owners manual shows how it can be done, but would like to know in the real world if it works.
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    Last 2017 Order Date

    What will be the approximate last date a 2017 GT could be ordered?
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    Parchment leather on GT: staining

    Modern leather auto surfaces are coated to protect them from scratching, UV etc. Optimum Leather Protectant is a product designed for these modern leathers that will not leave a shiny, greasy surface and it contains a mild cleaner. It's very easy to use--just spray it on and wipe off with a...
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    New 2017 CX-5 Revealed

    First impressions of the 2017 CX 5 from Autoblog: http://www.autoblog.com/2017/03/13/2017-mazda-cx-5-first-drive-review/#slide-endcap
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    Considering a CX-5. thoughts?

    Have you considered the Subaru Outback since you like Subaru? It's a real step up from the Forester. The top of the line model (I think it's the Touring model) has a very plush interior and they have a very nice brown leather available with some colors.
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    Considering a CX-5. thoughts?

    Here's the SavageGeese review of the CX-5--this guy does the most thorough reviews with allot of information. While the 2017 will have some changes I don't think they will impact performance as they are cosmetic changes for the most part...
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    JD power rating for mazda cx5 is LOW !!!!!

    The JD Power survey doesn't hold much weight with me any longer since it was reveled they weight all problems equally--i.e. problems with infotainment systems carry the same weight as a failed transmission.
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    Keeping top of dashboard clean - what type of detergant or cleaner is recommended

    What Ride92 said!! Optimum Protectant Plus (aka Leather Protectant) was designed from the ground up for coated leather (which is what is no 99% of cars these days) and vinyl. It cleans and protects both leather and vinyl with no stickiness left behind to attract dirt. The leather and vinyl in...
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    New 2017 CX-5 Revealed

    Every Grand Touring with the 19" wheels I've seen on dealers lots have had the crappy Toyos so you must be right that the 17" wheels use the Geolanders.
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    New 2017 CX-5 Revealed

    "Paint thickness" This is a big one to me as I keep my cars for quite a few years and polish regularly. And, are they still using the awful Toyo tires??
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    2017 fuel economy

    Please provide a link or information that verifies your statements. Only trying to get the correct information.
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    2017 fuel economy

    From the Kumho website: "Air Pressure What should I inflate my new tires to? Air pressure for your new Kumho tire should be set in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's specification if it's the same as the size originally equipped on your vehicle. The vehicle manufacturer's...
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    One year of ownership

    OP-- Do you have a link to the JDM rear seat headrests???
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    Bonded leather?

    The most important care you can give you leather is to keep it clean. 99% of automotive leather (in the cars we can afford) is coated and dirt can accelerate removal of the coating so wipe it down often with a mild all purpose cleaner or even plain water. Don't use any oil or cream based...
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    Tips to clean/protect leather interior?

    The most important care you can give you leather is to keep it clean. 99% of automotive leather (in the cars we can afford) is coated and dirt can accelerate removal of the coating so wipe it down often with a mild all purpose cleaner or even plain water. Don't use any oil or cream based...
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    SavageGeese review of 2016 CX-5

    There are many products you can use to keep it looking good or restoring it to original condition.
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    Best Compact SUVs from U.S. News

    You have to take reliability ratings with a grain of salt if you don't know how the ratings were taken and tabulated. I believe it was AutoBlog that had an article a few months back regarding the JD Power reliability survey--they pointed out that even JD Power doesn't even weight different...
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    225/55R19 Tire Comparison Table for CX-5 GT - Many to Choose From

    Great information--thanks for gathering the data and putting it together!!!!
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    CX-5 Paint Quality

    Last May I applied 2 coats of Finish Kare 1000p 48 hours apart and then added a 3rd coat in late October. In January the car was parked at the airport in uncovered parking for over 2 weeks. When we returned there were two bird bombs on the car--it was evident they had been there a while--came...
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    CX-5 Paint Quality

    Mike-- Top end professional auto detailers always use a paint thickness guage before polishing any car--multiple readings at many different locations. Everyone of them that have worked on Mazda's report the total paint thickness is about 30% thinner than most other brands, however, in general...
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