'06 ~ '10 Mazda5 How-To Master Sheet -=READ ME=-

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Please note the following.
• Only post actual how-to guides in this sub-section.
• If you have a request for a how-to, post the question in the appropriate topic sub-sections for discussion. If a how-to is created, start a new thread with just the directions.
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• Topics are not listed in any particular order.

Accessories & Appearance (interior, exterior, roof rack, hitches, mechanical/physical add-on accessories)
• Mazdaspeed (1st gen) seats into 1st gen Mazda 5
• Roof Rack For The Mazda5 Thread
• 2012 Weathertech digifits/OEM floor liner install in 2008 M5
• 2007+ Mazda5 Horn Upgrade - Multiple Pics - 56k connection beware
• Sliding Door Lock Actuator Replacement
• How-To. Mazda5 Smoked Taillights and Side Markers
• Rear Wiper - Lifting with Base in Place
• Glovebox power outlet(s) install
• Mazda5 OEM Roof Rack Installation Guide: Gen1 (’06-’10) and Gen2 (’12+)
• Engine Bottom Shield Mod
• RFH -> Mazda5 -> Rear-view mirror -> Removal
• How to unstick the front power passenger window
• Front grill mod


Engine, Transmission & Drivetrain (components directly/indirectly connected to the powertrain)
• How to convert from cartridge to canister filter – Mazda5
• Mazda5 with CEL P1026 & Thermostat Replacement


Car Audio & Electronics (all things electronic)
• changing headlight bulb in Mazda 5
• Replace A Mazda 5 Headlamp Bulb - Low Beam
• My HID conversion experience
• Fog Light Instructions
• HOW-TO: Rewire fog lights to come on with parking lights
• HOW-TO: Rewire fog lights as DRLs - A/T only
• Spare Key & Fob Programming for Mazda5
• trailer light wiring
• Wired LCD Rear View Mirror Cam Install
• Disabling Belt Reminder/Dinger Noise
• Add LED Cargo Lighting
• Low Clearance Warning Device..
• How to remove tail light assembly to change bulb
• Sirius Starmate install using ProClip


Rims, Tires, Brakes & Suspension (components that impact road dynamics)
• The Rim and Tire Bible: http://www.carbibles.com/tyre_bible_pg2.html
• How to read rim markings: http://www.tyresizecalculator.com/wheel-markings
• 2006+ Mazda5 Rear Shocks Replacement
• Front Strut Replacement
• BC Racing BR Type Coilovers - Mazda 5 (Review and Install)
• How to fix your rear Squeaky Squeaky in less time than it take to drive to the Dealer
• How To: repair curbed OEM silver painted wheels, RX8 & Mz5
• Help Needed Mazda5 Rear Camber Plate Installation
• Top Speed Auto Rear Camber Arms (Review and Install)
• How to STOP the shimmy when you are stopping with OE brakes
• How-to Convert to MazdaSpeed3 FRONT disc brakes (with SS lines and speed bleeders)
• Front sway bar bushing replacement Extra info in these posts: 1 2 3


Miscellaneous and Maintenance(everything else that doesn’t fall under Mazda247s standard listing)
• Mazda5 Maintenance Manual
• Mazda5 Maintenance and Quick Reference Spec Sheet
• Online Diagrams for Mazda Parts
• How-To replace the Micron air cabin filter
• How to prevent rusty bolts on the engine belly pan cover for $11 (or less)
• How to: Replace rear wiper blade
• Grippy liner for the dashboard shelf
• HOW-TO: Clean the HVAC blower wheel (mouse cage)


(Continuation, start at 2009)

Why are most of these not links? Has the content been deleted?

The suspension sub-forum looks notably sparse

J

The old TSB thread would be a nice inclusion.