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    2012 Mazda5 with Hard Shifting (4th -> 3rd)

    I'm almost 100% certain that you have a transmission issue. Nobody else seems to ever have trouble with their transmissions, but my 2012 does the same thing. If you step on the gas on a hill or to pass someone, it lags and then BAM!!!! into third gear. It has done it since 70,000 miles. Now...
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    Automatic Shifting Hard

    Yep
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    Automatic Shifting Hard

    I have done two. I did a full flush at 75,000 miles and a drain and fill at 100,000 miles. I’m planning another one for 125,000. I just figured it’s cheap insurance to keep fairly fresh fluid in it. It can’t hurt, right? Oh, and I changed the filter both times. I just can’t figure out why the...
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    Mazda5 Lifespan

    Thanks 90210. Let’s see if I can beat that 196K.
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    2010 Engine/Transmission Mounts on a 2012

    Just an FYI, the engine mounts fit. The transmission mount does not fit.
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    Driver side mirror fell oout and it is apparently a non-standard size, how to find?

    I agree. Do you have a Pull-a-Part or some other do it yourself junk yard nearby? I would take a cardboard cutout of the glass to make sure I got the right size. That way you can cross check with other Mazda models.
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    Mazda5 Lifespan

    I find myself upside down in my 2012 Mazda5, financially not literally. Anyway, I typically drive my cars into the higher mileages. 240,000 mile Accord, 243,000 mile Corolla, 197,000 F-150, etc. Since I still owe a healthy amount on the Mazda, I was curious. How long do these cars typically...
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    Automatic Shifting Hard

    update: Ive now got 120,000 miles on my 2012 Mazda5. The automatic transmission still shifts extremely hard when downshifting into 2nd gear under a load. Sometimes it still hangs up in a higher gear when I almost roll to a stop and then need to accelerate. When I press the gas I get nothing...
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    Automatic Shifting Hard

    I mentioned this in another thread, but no one responded yet. Will 2010 mounts fit on the 2012?
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    2010 Engine/Transmission Mounts on a 2012

    I have a 2012 Mazda5 Sport automatic with 83,000 miles. I believe my engine and transmission mounts may be bad. I found a company that sells all the 2010 mounts in one set at a very reasonable price, but I can't find anyone who does that with 2012 and up. It is my understanding that the 2.5...
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    Automatic Shifting Hard

    I'm wondering if the motor mounts and transmission mount is the actual problem. I did the transmission fluid change and got smoother results at first, but the harsh shifting is now back. My wife mentioned that when she backs out of the driveway and puts it into drive, she gets a hard jerk in...
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    Automatic Shifting Hard

    Good to know. I'll check the mounts. My wife hasn't complained about the smell but she is coming home from her mom's house two hours away. I'll ask. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Automatic Shifting Hard

    Changed it to Castrol Transmax Import Multi Vehicle this afternoon. She shifts better, feels like a much lighter car, and even full throttle passes are smooth and drama-free. Thanks for the help. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Automatic Shifting Hard

    This is awesome. Thanks folks.
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    Automatic Shifting Hard

    I guess that's a possibility. I checked the transmission fluid the first time it happened and the level was within the safe zone on the dipstick, but I didn't make note of the color. As far as I know, the fluid has never been changed, but of course I didn't buy it new. I didn't get around to...
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    Automatic Shifting Hard

    My 2012 Mazda5 Sport has 73,000 miles on it. I bought it last October with 64,000. Twice now, when passing cars, I'll press the pedal, not even to the floor, and the engine will start to rev and then SLAM into gear. It is very worrying. I'm going to try changing the fluid this weekend, but...
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    Roof Rack Question

    Then you got an amazing deal. Best price on a new OEM I could find was $445 plus installation. Oh well, the Yakima works and I'm happy. Thanks for the feedback.
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    Roof Rack Question

    After reading review and looking at prices, I decided to go with the Yakima Control Tower rack. I got two 48" crossbars, four control towers, four number 11 landing pads, four end caps, two locks, and a 44" fairing for just a hair under $400.00. I think that'll do.
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    Roof Rack Question

    That's what I was afraid of. Thanks. Are there any brands that you favor over others or that you would stay away from? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Roof Rack Question

    A few months ago, my wife and I purchased a used 2012 Mazda5 sport. It has the fixed points for a roof rack, but no bars of any kind. We have decided that a portion of our tax return this year will be spend on getting a set of crossbars and a box to free up some cargo room when on the road...
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