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Bose problems by aquaticexplore
Jul 19, 2006 (8:12 pm)

Replying to: rkski (Apr 21, 2005 4:57 pm)

Have a new 06 with single CD Bose system. Two problems: It has audiopilot, which is supposed to alter volume and tone etc in relation to speed (noise). However, volume does not change as you speed up. Bigger problem: 2X when the car was turned on, the sound out of the right door speaker was totally garbled (radio or CD), almost like the speaker was hanging or screwed up. Other speakers were fine, but had to turn the radio off as it was a mess. Stayed that way for about a day, then self corrected. Did it again today. Car has 1000km. Also asked the dealer to turn the beeper off, which increases in volume if you don't fasten your seatbelt. Told me he couldn't do it since other functions were also affected. However, owner's manual says it can be done by the dealer. Love the car, hate the problems. Any suggestions on radio problems?
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Re: Just got a 1990 Miata [kymike] by reuban1
Jul 22, 2006 (6:32 pm)

Replying to: kymike (Jul 16, 2006 5:01 am)

~Update. First thanks to all for the help.
Replacing the power window hardware was ok but I can’t seam to get the wire mechanism part correctly around the power motor part. Therefore it’s not going up & down correctly. Any hints?
Battery is get extremely hot! As I was checking it there was actually liquid coming out of one of the air holes at the top.
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Slow Acceleration and Uphill Struggle by coastie52
Jul 23, 2006 (9:50 am)
Our daughter bought a 1990 Miata 3 weeks ago. It ran well when she first bought it, but now when starting out in first it only goes up to about 1500 rpms even when floored. It also struggles mightily going uphill. I changed the air filter, fuel filter, replaced plugs, and had the fuel injectors cleaned professionally. It ran fine just after the fuel injectors were cleaned, but in a day's time it was back to being sluggish. Can anyone help me pinpoint the problem?
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Re: Slow Acceleration and Uphill Struggle [coastie52] by kymike
Jul 23, 2006 (12:01 pm)

Replying to: coastie52 (Jul 23, 2006 9:50 am)

I would take the car to an Autozone and have them read your engine codes (even if the check engine light has not come on). I would also install new plug wires.
 
This almost sounds like a back-pressure issue with the exhaust. Check your catalytic converter to see if it is glowing red. If so, it is probably clogged and you will need to replace (with generic converter as the OEM converter is expensive).
 
Does it rev OK when you are not driving?
 
Post back as to what city you live in and maybe we can help find a local Miata specialist to help you out.
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Re: Slow Acceleration and Uphill Struggle [kymike] by coastie52
Jul 23, 2006 (4:00 pm)

Replying to: kymike (Jul 23, 2006 12:01 pm)

No, it doesn't rev well when in neutral. I live in a small town about 70 miles outside of Portland, OR.
 
Thanks for the tips. I will check it out. It has certainly been a puzzle!
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Re: Slow Acceleration and Uphill Struggle [coastie52] by reuban1
Jul 23, 2006 (5:30 pm)

Replying to: coastie52 (Jul 23, 2006 9:50 am)

How many Miles of it? I've been working on the one I just got for a few weeks; also a 1990, it has 56,000 on it. I gave her it's first run ( about 6 miles)after it was sitting for about 3 years. It ran great ( which I wasn't expecting ) I think I have a winning summer car for next year) but it's a little sluggish on the start. I'm going to get the fuel injection/dry gas; I hope it works, If not I'm going to get the injection treatment at the shop.
There was about a 1/4 of a tank it it when I had it dropped off so I filled it at home with some fresh gas hoping that would help clean it out. Another thing, I heard a "thumping" sound coming from the front pasnagger side, could this be a bearing, shock. spring or tie rod problem? I'm getting a sticker tomorrow hopefully it will pass or at least I will find out if its the ball joints )-: I would have thought the tires would have flat spots ( one was flat but got it fixed it was the stem) after sitting for so long but I couldn't feel anything on the first run. Getting the back window done I got a price of $275.00 (THEY'RE GOING TO STITCH A NEW ONE IN) I'm going to have them look at the power window I did for a little but, I know they will charge me. The cable looks all messed up after I tryed doing it I think I wasted $85.00 )-: But I did learn a lot.
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Re: Bose problems [aquaticexplore] by manybmws
Jul 23, 2006 (5:34 pm)

Replying to: aquaticexplore (Jul 19, 2006 8:12 pm)

What bass level is the system set at? What volume level also? I have the Bose as well. I think the audiopilot volume changes are more subtle than you think.
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Re: Slow Acceleration and Uphill Struggle [coastie52] by kymike
Jul 24, 2006 (8:26 am)

Replying to: coastie52 (Jul 23, 2006 4:00 pm)

You may want to contact the local Miata club - http://www.mthoodmiata.org/ to see if they have a member that will take a look at it and help you out. From their website, it looks like thay have a fairly active club.
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Re: Slow Acceleration and Uphill Struggle [kymike] by coastie52
Jul 24, 2006 (10:27 am)

Replying to: kymike (Jul 24, 2006 8:26 am)

Thanks, I will check it out! Got my repair manual in the mail today, so maybe that will help also.
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Re: Importing 2006 MX-5 to Canada [bast2000] by edukes
Jul 24, 2006 (8:10 pm)

Replying to: bast2000 (Jun 14, 2006 7:37 pm)

Hi,
I just bought a 93 Miata from Washington, and it's a real pain to import it to Canada. You have contacted RIV. Then you contact Mazda and you send them the VIN#. within 2 weeks they will tell you what you have to do to meet Canadian safety standards. My 93 had to have daytime running lights and bumper modifications. I changed the wiring so that the lights come on when the ignition is turned on. I have to take it to Mazda for the $500 bumper mod . Kilometer stickers for the speedo. Then to Canadian Tire for the federal inspection. Then a Provincial inspection. Then I can get insurance and plates.
It's a real pain and so stupid, however I bought my 93 for $3500 and the same car sells in Vancouver for $10.000 so the hassle is worth it.

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