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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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- #4325 of 4532
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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 4532
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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 4532
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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 4532
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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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- #4329 of 4532
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Re: Left Foot Pedal Rest [scwmcan]
by joem5
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Jul 22, 2008 (10:07 am)
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Replying to: scwmcan (Jul 22, 2008 3:51 am)
Thanks I'll Google Cosco now.
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- #4330 of 4532
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Re: Left Foot Pedal Rest [scwmcan]
by igozoomzoom
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Jul 24, 2008 (9:50 pm)
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Replying to: scwmcan (Jul 22, 2008 3:51 am)
I suppose I've never missed have the left foot rest because none of my previous cars have had them. They've all been manual transmissions, too...so I probably wouldn't use it much even if I had one. Although it might be useful on the highway when I go long period without putting my left foot on the clutch.
The mention of wearing the carpet in the area where a left foot rest would be made me wonder- has anyone else worn a hole in the right-heel area of the driver's side floormat? Mine was starting to noticeably wear when the car was barely two months old. By the time it was 1-yr old, a whole (at least 1-inch diameter) had formed all the way through the carpet AND the backing of the floormat! I ignored it until the car was about 18 months old. That's when I realized that the hole wasn't just in the floormat, but the carpeting under the mat, too...all the way down to the metal/insulation underneath!
Anyone else had similar issues with their mats or carpeting? It's the only complaint I have with the interior, which is otherwise made of very high quality materials.
After I discovered how bad the worn spot had become, I ordered the All-Season Rubber Floormats AND the Premium Carpeted Floormats from the Mazda Accessories catalog. The Premium Carpet mats are worlds better than the standard ones- in quality, durability and looks. They come in black with red or blue accents to complement the interior. I just wish they had a heel pad on the driver's mat to take the bulk of the abuse that killed my original one.
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Re: Left Foot Pedal Rest [igozoomzoom]
by redmazda3
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Jul 25, 2008 (5:41 am)
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Replying to: igozoomzoom (Jul 24, 2008 9:50 pm)
I am on my 3rd drivers side floor mat. Both of the previous ones were replaced under warranty. Apparently with my AT, I must keep my heel in the same spot as I drive. The motion of going from the accelerator to the brake pedal wears down the floor mat eventually making a hole. I did not make a hole in the carpet under this mat, but I do have a tear in the front passenger carpet right in front of the shelf that goes under the seat. People either place their foot there as they are getting in and out and twisting their feet as the slide along the carpet. Right now the dealer tried a stupid fix of putting velcro under the floor mat to cover the hole. That didn't work very well. I am going to see if there is anything else they can do. My 4 year warranty runs out in October, so I'll be doing something very soon with the carpet. I also have a shudder when the car shifts from 4th to 3rd when decelerating, coasting a bit and then accelerating. So far the dealer has been real accomodating about any problems in the past and hope this will continue.
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Re: Left Foot Pedal Rest [igozoomzoom]
by roadburner
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Jul 26, 2008 (8:02 pm)
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Replying to: igozoomzoom (Jul 24, 2008 9:50 pm)
I suppose I've never missed have the left foot rest because none of my previous cars have had them. They've all been manual transmissions, too...so I probably wouldn't use it much even if I had one. Although it might be useful on the highway when I go long period without putting my left foot on the clutch.
If you do any serious performance/track driving you WILL miss the left foot rest as its purpose is to provide a place to brace your left foot. I'm glad that my MS3 has one.
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Navigation
by ylz
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Jul 27, 2008 (6:45 am)
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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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