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XM Connection by gabep
Aug 03, 2006 (11:33 am)
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Hi.
 
We're going to get a Mazda5 Touring this weekend. We're thinking about getting the moonroof package, which also includes the 6-cd changer.
 
My question...does the 6-cd changer have an aux or PIE input that I can use for my XM unit?
 
On another note (ha, ha...bad pun) does the Mazda5 come with HD radio?
 
Thanks,
Gabe
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Touring MP3 6cd Changer Swap---Is it possible DIY? by mazda5nj
Apr 09, 2006 (7:35 pm)
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I just bought the Touring but the ill-informed dealer did not advise me it lacked MP3 capablility and I am required to buy the option. Has anyone attempted and/or know if it's possible to obtain the MP3 6 cd chgr headunit and install yourself? IS it just plug and play for the MP3 unit when replacing the identical existing unit minus Mp3? I am thinking of going this route i/o using an external jack method.
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Re: Touring MP3 6cd Changer Swap---Is it possible DIY? [mazda5nj] by wa98strat
Apr 10, 2006 (4:35 am)
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Replying to: mazda5nj (Apr 09, 2006 7:35 pm)

that's my biggest gripe about hte Mazda5, lack of MP3 capability with the stock stereo, Afterall it's just a difference in the software. For that they charge you $700. I'm actually going to wait a bit and try to find a center stack facia from a wrecked 5 and install my current Pioneer Head unit. No way am I paying $700 for mp3 capability.
 
HAving said that I would think that the MP3 CD changer is a direct swap for the non mp3 CD changer. Just unbolt the center stack facia (2 bolts at the bottom once you've removed the facia from the shifter console. Then unbolt the stereo and disconnect it. reverse the procedure for the install of the new unit
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Re: Touring MP3 6cd Changer Swap---Is it possible DIY? [mazda5nj] by wcollins73
May 02, 2006 (7:01 am)
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Replying to: mazda5nj (Apr 09, 2006 7:35 pm)

The MP3 capable changer is listed as an option for the Sport Model only so I assumed the 6-cd changer that came with the Touring was MP3 capable. In my Touring 5, I tried loading a MP3 CD. The player seemed to play the CD but no sound came out. The display just shows the track counter ticking and it will fast fwd, but won't skip to the next track.
 
Could it be possible that enabling MP3 on the stock 6-cd changer is as simple as a switch on the back of the changer or possibly a firmware upgrade?
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Re: Touring MP3 6cd Changer Swap---Is it possible DIY? [wcollins73] by gt_fan
May 02, 2006 (8:51 am)
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Replying to: wcollins73 (May 02, 2006 7:01 am)

wcollins73,
 
During my M5 test drive, the salesman told me that the standard changer in the Touring isn't MP3 capable, but that the optional one in the Sport is. That struck me as being somewhat strange - why wouldn't you put the most capabilities in your top model? Looks like he was right though.
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Re: Touring MP3 6cd Changer Swap---Is it possible DIY? [wcollins73] by mammynun
Aug 09, 2006 (2:40 pm)
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Replying to: wcollins73 (May 02, 2006 7:01 am)

Just got my 5 yesterday and was surprised to learn the same thing. I mean, if they offered an upgrade to play MP3s in the changer, I would have payed it - but it's not even an option. How weird is that?
 
Anyway, have you discovered anything in the last 3 months?
 
I'm tempted to talk to a Mazda rep about the situation. I'd consider paying the option price for MP3 support - we use it all the time in our VW.
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Re: Touring MP3 6cd Changer Swap---Is it possible DIY? [mammynun] by wa98strat
Aug 09, 2006 (4:15 pm)
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Replying to: mammynun (Aug 09, 2006 2:40 pm)

What do you mean?? The MP3 upgrade IS a changer! have alook on the mazda site...It's a $700 upgrade (ridiculas really)
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Re: Touring MP3 6cd Changer Swap---Is it possible DIY? [wa98strat] by mammynun
Aug 11, 2006 (1:41 am)
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Replying to: wa98strat (Aug 09, 2006 4:15 pm)

Accd to the Mazda 5 literature, there are no optional upgrades for the Touring model stereo. The changer option is listed as being available for the Sport model only.'
 
I've since learned that you can order the MP3 changer and swap out the old one. But presumably upgrading from a non-MP3 changer to the MP3 changer would have a different cost than going from the single-disk player to the MP3 changer at the time of purchase. It's just a bummer they don't offer this option.
 
Myself, I'm hoping the 2007 MP3 changer will (1) work in a 2006 Mazda 5, (2) have the iPod interface, (3) have roughly the same cost (could they make it more expensive? ).
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Re: Touring MP3 6cd Changer Swap---Is it possible DIY? [mammynun] by bmclaughlin1
Aug 11, 2006 (3:31 am)
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Replying to: mammynun (Aug 11, 2006 1:41 am)

We did order the mp3 6cd changer when we bought our 2006 Mazda 5 Touring model. The dealer charged us an extra $400.00 for this. It works just fine.

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