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Re: warm weather, long crank, slow start, rough idle [zuly]
by Mr_Shiftright HOST
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Jul 16, 2008 (8:34 am)
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Replying to: zuly (Jul 16, 2008 8:19 am)
Sure this would be covered under warranty. I'd have them check the pressure in the fuel rail on a cold start. It could be that the pressure is just bleeding down overnight, so that your fuel pump has to work extra harder to re-pressurize the fuel rail so that the car will start.
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- #4320 of 4531
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Re: warm weather, long crank, slow start, rough idle [zuly]
by 2freespirits
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Jul 16, 2008 (10:33 am)
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Replying to: zuly (Jul 16, 2008 8:19 am)
zuly,
Are you stepping on the gas pedal when starting your car? That would cause it to flood. My problem only happens when the temps start going up. To date, I have not heard anything about effective (or not) the new engine is. I will qualify for the lemon law on Sunday.
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- #4321 of 4531
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Re: Mazda 3 Fails to Start [remle]
by zuly
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Jul 16, 2008 (11:01 am)
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Replying to: remle (Feb 29, 2008 10:29 am)
Just bought a M3 two weeks ago and having the same problem when i start in the morning. In the afternoon it doesnt happen only first thing in the am. What did you do?
Im taking to dealer today!
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- #4322 of 4531
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Re: Mazda 3 Fails to Start [zuly]
by roadburner
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Jul 16, 2008 (11:45 am)
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Replying to: zuly (Jul 16, 2008 11:01 am)
Why are you asking about a BMW on a Mazda board?
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- #4323 of 4531
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Navigation and Color?
by ylz
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Jul 16, 2008 (3:03 pm)
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Hello everyone. I decided I'm buying a 2008 Mazda 3 GT Hatchback. I have two important questions and would love to hear feedback on it so anything would help. First, how is the Navigation in this car? Someone who has the Nav, please comment on this. I mean, honestly I really want it cause it looks good and I'm always travelling and a Nav system would come so in handy. And the second question I have is what color do you guys prefer. I was all set on black until I went to the dealership today and saw metropolitan gray. What a gorgeous color! Its like dark grey but with a touch of blue. Actually, it looks bluish-grayish. I know these two things seem unimportant but it will really affect my decision on this car. Ok, thanks a lot.
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- #4324 of 4531
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Re: warm weather, long crank, slow start, rough idle [2freespirits]
by mazdazoom
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Jul 20, 2008 (5:58 am)
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Replying to: 2freespirits (Jul 16, 2008 10:33 am)
Pumping the accelerator should not make it flood, that happens on older cars with a carb, most modern cars are fuel injected and thus pumping the pedal won't flood out an engine. The prior comment on the fuel rail is a great idea, I have seen fuel pumps seemingly work fine but the pressure is slightly below where it is needed to get the proper air/fuel mixture to start. Also, you might have them check your clutch pedal, I have heard of a problem with a switch that tells the computer when the pedal is depressed thus not allowing the car to start, it would be like trying to start it without pressing in the clutch if that "switch" is faulty. Good luck, keep us updated...
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Re: warm weather, long crank, slow start, rough idle [mazdazoom]
by scwmcan
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Jul 20, 2008 (6:05 am)
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Replying to: mazdazoom (Jul 20, 2008 5:58 am)
I do know that having the accelerator pushed seemed to make it so my car would not start (a cut out of some kind), I did this by accident once, had stalled it and was trying to start the car with my foot pressing the accelerator slightly, it would not start, but did start normally when I lifted off the pedal, so I do not think this is the problem the others are experiencing. The car also cranked normally. I think there is something going on with their fuel systems as well.
Scott
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- #4326 of 4531
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Left Foot Pedal Rest
by joem5
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Jul 21, 2008 (3:30 pm)
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Just bought a M3 and it didn't come with a left foot rest. Iam using a piece of taped card board.
I would apprciate it, if some has a clue how to get one. Just plain old black rubber will do.
Also, it doesn't have to be from a Mazda as long as it fits..
Thanks.
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- #4327 of 4531
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Re: Left Foot Pedal Rest [joem5]
by scwmcan
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Jul 22, 2008 (3:51 am)
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Replying to: joem5 (Jul 21, 2008 3:30 pm)
I have floor mats from michelin (from costco) that cover the area in my 3. Know it's not exactly what you want but it does cover the area and stop the carpet from wearing out.
Scott
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- #4328 of 4531
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Re: warm weather, long crank, slow start, rough idle [2freespirits]
by 2freespirits
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Jul 22, 2008 (7:00 am)
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Replying to: 2freespirits (Jul 11, 2008 2:21 pm)
Well. They've put the new motor in. Car starts well when it's cool, but still has starting problems when it's hot and humid. It now has 30 calendar days at the dealer which qualifies for the lemon law here in VT. Tried to talk with the dealer manager yesterday afternoon, but he had just left. Called this morning and he was at an auction. :| I left a detailed message with his secretary. The service manager told me that the regional rep couldn't come up and check out the car at this time because he's the only rep in the NJ area at the moment. I'm starting to get cranky now. 
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