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Replying to: vbbuilt (Sep 16, 2007 5:09 pm) |
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Replying to: carlitos92 (Sep 16, 2007 5:01 pm) |
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Replying to: Sylvia (Jul 12, 2006 11:16 am) We now have about 6500 miles and lately I notice that the vehicle does not shift from 5th to 6th gear with out some direct manipulations to the gas pedal. I have the rpm's and speed, it should be in 6th gear , but I have to let off of the gas pedal and it moves into 6th gear. It is as if , it was stuck and by moving your foot for a second, it allows it to shift into the proper gear. It appears that my in town mileage has dropped considerably, from 17-18 down to 14-15mpg. Highway mileage is still 25+mpg. I will have to get maintenance before Dec. and I will have the issue addressed. My wife and I both love the CX-7 and have been very happy with our decision to purchase. 
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I had jerking issues with my CX-7. Ask the techs to look at the belt on the car. It took the techs in Dallas 16 days to find discover that it had nothing to do with the computer settings. Here's what the district manager told me: · The drive belt had been installed 1 tooth to engine side over the edge of pulleys, this caused the belt to be torn off at about 1/6 width (1 tooth). · Some pieces of belt materials and fuzz stuck/touched the crank position sensor and trigger wheel and would then interrupt the crank sensor signal momentary. (approximately 50 milliseconds) · The Powertrain Control Module would detect the momentary loss of signal from the crank sensor and would kill the fuel injection, which was causing the jerking Replaced belt and sensors affected. 
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Hello Everyone, I am very close to buying a new '08 CX-7 (also considering the Edge). However, the problems mentioned in this thread are very alarming - does anyone know if these problems have been addressed on the new '08 models. Can anyone comment? I have not noticed this problem on my test drives (but definitely notice the turbo lag) but perhaps I will try again and see if it is present. Thanks for the feedback.
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Replying to: triplem1 (Oct 18, 2007 9:57 am)  As for the turbo lag, it is MINOR! I've got 32K miles on my CX-7 (bought in June 06). You simply make allowances for it. Do your research, read the reviews and opinions, and test drive several vehicles. Test the electronics, check out the fit n' finish, get good prices. In the end, you'll have made the right choice. As for me, I've zero regrets about the CX-7. zoom-zoom !! Vince.
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Replying to: vbbuilt (Oct 18, 2007 11:41 am) |
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Replying to: triplem1 (Oct 18, 2007 12:11 pm) I too have had our CX-7 for over a year  18,000 miles. I feel that the transmission is one of the outstanding features of this car. Smooth shifts and always seems to find the right gear for your throttle input. I like the way that it downshifts when brakeing on a hill so you dont have to ride the brakes. Im 6'2" myself,and can adjust the seat for good comfort. Have taken several long 8 hour trips with no comfort issues. It is also very comfortable to enter and exit. Hope this helps. |
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Replying to: triplem1 (Oct 18, 2007 12:11 pm) I agree with Vince that the really big problems are extremely isolated. The turbo lag is there, but it's not the worst I've seen, and over time, your right foot compensates subconsciously. My biggest gripes now are limited to what I think is mediocre fuel mileage, and the fact that fresh air through the A/C system gets warmed by the engine compartment when the A/C compressor is off. I thought Mazda fixed the other smaller problems for 2008. So you shouldn't have to go get a new gas cap every few months like the rest of us...  -c92 |
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Replying to: triplem1 (Oct 18, 2007 12:11 pm) I've read some posts who feel the center console intrudes to much into the leg area. That's never bothered me. So, I think you'll be fine! Vince.
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