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2744 messages, Last post on Nov 17, 2008 at 9:48 AM
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I'm in the market for a new car and I've been looking at the Mazda 3 hatch, manual trans. What's up with the key removal button? That is really irritating. Is there anyway around this thing? I hope the 2010 doesnt have it. Also, is there any aftermarket replacement for the cargo cover that is smaller than the stock and easier to stow away than the big plastic monster that comes stock? Thanks |
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Where can I get a black rubber or plastic dead pedal? I 'll have a hole in the cheap carpeting soon. ty
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Replying to: joem5 (Jul 21, 2008 4:46 pm) |
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Has anyone tried one of the fuel savers chip with an positive results? Also, how can it be determined if my '08 hatch has traction/stability control? I've misplaced the window sticker.
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Replying to: stringcatt (Jul 23, 2008 8:31 pm) |
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Replying to: stringcatt (Jul 23, 2008 8:31 pm) Every reputable source that I know of has the same thing to say about fuel saving devices including chips- they simply don't work and often do more damage than anything. The greatest risk in your case would be voiding the warranty on your '08 model. Modifying driving habits, where and when safe and reasonable, is the most effective way to increase your fuel economy. I made some fairly simple changes in how I drive- shifting a bit sooner and accelerating more gradually when possible, using cruise control when driving on the highway, etc. have significantly improved my fuel economy. My overall average average fuel economy was barely 25mpg (24.8, to be exact) before I made these changes. I am now seeing at least 27mpg overall and 29-30mpg cruising at 75mph on the interstate. If you have an automatic transmission, there isn't as much potential as in a manual because most automatics already operate as efficiently as possible. Minimizing hard acceleration and avoiding making the transmission downshift are about it. If you're are an 80+mph highway driver like me, you may be surprised at the fuel economy benefit from reducing speed by 5-10 miles per hour. |
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| Hello all. Would someone who owns a 2008 Mazda 3 WITH Nav, please comment on this. It is an accurate navigation system? It is tedious to use with that controller next to the shifter? I know it may not be worth the price but I like the clean look of a nav system in a car but I need some feedback on THIS particular nav. Please help. Thanks. | |
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I'm dumping them. Tire Rack reccomends Michelin Exalto's 205 55 17 v rated ..My car has 205 50 17 V rated. Whats the diff a higher profile ,or they won't fit? 
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Replying to: joem5 (Aug 06, 2008 3:31 pm) I'd stick with 205/50-17... There are a lot of choices in that size... Stock size for the BMW 330i from '03-'05... |
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Wouldn't the 55-series tires increase the overall circumference of the wheel/tire and cause the speedometer reading to be off a bit? Depending on how discerning of an eye you have, the 55's might be slightly noticeable in overall look....I'd definitely stick with the 50-series since that's what it came from the factory wearing...
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