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2118 messages, Last post on Nov 25, 2009 at 9:10 PM
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Replying to: sedmund (Jul 13, 2009 8:01 pm) It is possible your evaporator drain is not effective, connected, or plugged, however stinky a/c most commonly comes from the a/c pulling a lot of moisture from the air, and then parked and the moisture is allowed to brew. If the evap drain is not working, after a long drive you might notice puddles on the passenger side under the a/c evaporator cowling. If I'm careful I can avoid the smelly a/c in my Lexus RX. But if I leave it on cold or automatic with the compressor engaged and the vent closed ("recirc") it develops the plastic gym socks smell I don't care for. Try shutting off the compressor with the fan still on for the last minute before you park, leave the a/c exterior vent open (opposite of recirc?) and cracking the sunroof or window, so the moisture drys up a little and can vent. Let us know if it works or not, or what does. |
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Replying to: sedmund (Jul 13, 2009 8:01 pm) Some BMW owners say they have a similar smell from the climate control at times. I never did. la4mead has excellent suggestions to try.
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Replying to: sedmund (Jul 13, 2009 8:01 pm) |
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Replying to: aviboy97 (Apr 25, 2009 8:23 am) I would think the 17 inch wheels on the V6 would give a somewhat less firm (some would say less harsh) ride. I think I would prefer that size myself, with its wider profile than the 18 inch wheels. Thoughts? I may have to wait until the 2010 models arrive.. |
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Replying to: nisse (Jun 11, 2009 3:11 pm) I upgraded my Honda Accord stereo with JBL speakers, bazooka sub woofer, amp, etc.,, but to look at it, it still looks like a factory system, which helps in re-sale. It sounds great, btw. |
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| Not correct. The 17" wheels carry 215 mm tires. The 18's are 235's. With a car this large, the wider 18's offer better grip and are more up to the task of the V6. | |
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Reliability The 2009 Mazda Mazda6 reliability score of 4.0 out of 10 is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Mazda protects buyers with a three-year or 36,000-mile limited warranty. The powertrain is also covered for five years or 60,000 miles. Though most midsize cars come with a corrosion warranty as well, Mazda doesn't offer one. Interestingly, Mazdas had a 4-year/50,000 bumper-to-bumper warranty, but that was reduced with the 2007 model year. Why would they get rid of that for? I recently test-drove the V6 Grand Touring , and was very impressed with its power and ride quality. And all of the features in that model, which you don't expect to see in a Mazda. I do have some problems with the Mazda reputation for reliability and quality, which is below average. In reading some of the comments on this board, I am seeing a lot of reports of rattles, and paint peeling, etc. That hurts re-sale of course. Are most people happy that they got the Mazda9? I guess the first year of a model is always the most problematical. I expect there to be a huge discount of these cars come October. I would like to buy the V6, but they will have to lower the price to generate a lot of interest in the leftover cars.
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