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    2017~2024 GT Wheel Touch-Up Paint?

    Experienced some minor curb rash, and wondering if anyone has any experience with touch-up paint on the GT wheels. Any good options for a matching one? The wheel paint actually seems very close to the body paint on my Machine Gray, so I guess in the absence of any input, I can just try a paint...
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    2017~2024 'Oil change due' vs. 'Service Due'

    I'm a bit confused about these messages on my multi-information display. Right now, it dispays 'Oil change due' but also 'Service Due in 621 mi.' In Mazda Connect (infotainment system), I have the following set for scheduled maintenance: 'Scheduled' = notification off 'Tire Rotation' =...
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    2017~2024 Backup Camera Issue (Frozen Image)

    Had a weird issue this morning where the image on the backup camera was frozen. First noticed something strange while driving -- when I would turn the screen display off, what seemed to be the last image displayed by the backup camera would flash briefly before the screen went off. Then, upon...
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    Guide Thule Fixed Point Fit Guide for 2017 CX-5 (Unofficial)

    I spent a lot of time researching this, and although I've posted the information in various threads, I thought I'd compile it all here for those interested in it as a roof rack option. As of the date of this post, Thule does not have an official solution for fixed point mounting on the 2017...
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    2017 CX-5: Scratches on Piano Black Exterior Pillars

    Well, we somehow managed to get a couple of moderate scratches on the exterior, piano black panel at the B-pillar (front of rear door). This appears to me to be a polished plastic surface (i.e., no paint/clearcoat). Anyone have any tips on methods or products to repair or buff out? By the...
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    2017 CX-5 Phone Mount Options

    Still trying to figure out an optimal phone mount solution for the 2017. ProClip has not developed anything yet for the 2017. For now, I'm using an iOttie mount, attached to the left-hand side sloping part of the storage tray: But this puts the phone a little lower than I would like (the...
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    Can I turn off street names display on infotainment screen? (2017 w/ Nav)

    Title says it all. I'd like to turn off the cross street names that show up in the red rectangular box at the top of the screen (appears when outside of navigation/map screen). I don't need this info. when I'm driving the kids to school, driving to work, etc. I know exactly where I'm going...
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    New Mazda 2017 CX-5 Videos

    Recently posted on the Mazda USA YouTube channel. They're definitely going the emotional route for the ads/PR. Cue the dramatic music ...
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    My 2016.5 and 2017 Test Drive Experience

    Ok, spent lots of time on the internet and these forums researching the CX-5 and finally made it to the dealership to do a test drive. I'm coming from a 2003.5 Protege 5 as my car and also have lots of time in my wife's 2004 Saab 9-3. Wanted to drive both the 16.5 and 17 to compare (I liked...
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    mazdausa.com 2017 CX-5 Brochures

    Could have sworn I saw a previous thread about at least one 2017 brochure, but couldn't find it to add this post to. Anyway, snooping around the mazdausa.com site and found this page: https://www.mazdausa.com/brochures-and-guides?year=2017&model=17CX5 As of today, it's not directly accessible...
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    2017 CX-5 "Custom Style" / Tokyo Auto Salon

    Don't think it'll come to the US market, but very cool: Pics from Mazda Japan website, here: http://www.mazda.co.jp/beadriver/event/autosalon2017/cars/cx-5-custom/ Also, greetings to the CX-5 forum as I'm planning on picking one up soon. Still not sure whether to wait for the 2017s or go...
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    Correct illumation wire voltage range?

    Just installed an aftermarket receiver in my 2003.5 Protege5 -- the Clarion DUZ385SAT: http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/Item/Main.aspx?i=020DUZ385 Has its pros and cons, so actually still wondering whether or not to return to Crutchfield (I'll post a review of the unit if anyone's...
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    Harman Kardon Drive + Play screen in stock HU?

    Hi, proud new owner of a 2003 Protege5 here. Have been researching options for iPod integration and have been scouring the boards here for the past few days. I've already learned about and ordered the AuxMod. I have a Belkin TuneBase, which charges the iPod, mounts it on a flexible...
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