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    Buzz, rattle, squeak, zzzzzz, etc etc

    I have to say that, while I love the utility of the 5er, of the 15 or so vehicles I've owned over the years I've never had one that had more squeaks, rattles, and buzzes that this Mazda. It is seriously at the point where I'm considering selling it rather than working on mods/upgrades as it is...
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    Tools to remove interior panels?

    I will be tackling some interior projects (audio for sure) in the near future. I understand that there are specialized tools that help when removing interior panels on these vehicles - any recommendations? Amazon has about a zillion different sets and I'd prefer to get the right ones the first...
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    The upgrade wishlist - comments, concerns, and a question...

    Planning to upgrade the audio on my 2012 Sport sometime over the next year, before my daughter takes it over for her first car (yikes!). Here's what I have penciled in at this point: JBL GT7-86 - front door speakers JBL Club 5020 - rear door speakers Pioneer AVH-X4800BS - possible head unit...
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    Auto locks on 2012 Mazda 5...

    ...I bought my 2012 Mazda 5 used. It is a "base" model with zero bells and whistles other than the auto trans. In about a year, the plan is for my daughter to inherit the 5 as her first car <gulp>. One of the things I've noticed is that the doors do not lock automatically, nor do they unlock...
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    Good aftermarket shop in the Detroit area?

    Hey all, I could not find a regional forum so I thought I'd try here. I need to get some work done on my 2012 5er, but dont' really want to pay dealership prices. Normally, I'd do the work myself but health issues are preventing that at the moment. Looking for someone to do brakes (pads for...
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