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the crunch continues by riproy
Jan 21, 2008 (8:35 am)
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We had our 06 Mazda5 GT manual at the dealership in December to have the suspension problem addressed again. The bushings and control arms were replaced for the second time at all four corners at that time. It was great (as i reported here) until the temps dropped to -19 C two weeks later and sadly, the problem was back. It is better in some respects - the noise for the most part disappears after about 15 minutes of driving (this was the case yesterday in -13C), but over serious bumps, you can still hear it.
According to Mazda Canada, the parts that they replaced are the same as the parts they put on as replacements.
If the 08s have eliminated the problem (i hope they have, but i have my doubts), then these "new" parts could be used to fix the 07s and 06s since the design i believe has not changed, but they do not seem to have a true fix for this (according to my email back-and-forth with Mazda Canada).
What do you all think?
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Re: the crunch continues [riproy] by superwanda
Jan 21, 2008 (11:29 am)
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Replying to: riproy (Jan 21, 2008 8:35 am)

I am not sure I understand how some cars are fixed and others are not. If they are replacing the same parts that is?
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Re: the crunch continues [superwanda] by riproy
Jan 21, 2008 (1:44 pm)
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Replying to: superwanda (Jan 21, 2008 11:29 am)

I am not sure either. A year ago when the bushings were first replaced i thought our Mazda was fixed too, but 2 months later the problem returned. This time it took less than 2 weeks.
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Rear Crunch by mrbwa1
Jan 21, 2008 (3:35 pm)
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So I was driving the other night and temps are finally in the 0 to -10 C range and I hear a crunch over bumps. I was thinking that maybe I was not immune to the suspension problems with our '07 Sport. turns out I had forgotten that I left a 15 lb Crowbar in the plastic tray in the rear of the 5 to take back to my Dad. I though you guys would get a kick out of that one! good news is no crunch!
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Re: Rear Crunch [mrbwa1] by jeff39
Jan 21, 2008 (4:59 pm)
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Replying to: mrbwa1 (Jan 21, 2008 3:35 pm)

Our '06 had both ends replaced last winter and the crunch is back as loud and clear as ever! It seems impossible to me that such a widespread problem could be so confusing to the dealers... and so difficult to correct.
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Re: Rear Crunch [jeff39] by trishr1
Jan 21, 2008 (5:50 pm)
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Replying to: jeff39 (Jan 21, 2008 4:59 pm)

Jeff39 - have you had any dealings with the APA in Ontario? I did have the opportunity to speak to the head fellow awhile ago and he had not heard of this problem with the Mazda5 - it wouldn't be broadcast by Mazda that's for sure. It would be very interesting to hear what the Automobile Protection Association had to say about this ongoing problem.
It is truly a very strange situation to have some vehicles fixed without any recurrence of the crunch, and others to have the same problem come back time and again? What does Mazda Canada or Mazda USA which controls Mazda Canada have to say about this? I think they should be forced to extend all affected vehicles' warranties (in an expression of good faith to customers and an effort to maintain their credibility.
I have a survey to complete and return to Mazda Canada after my last servicing - I am going to pose this to them I will not complete the survey online, I want a record of this communication.
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Re: Rear Crunch [trishr1] by jeff39
Jan 21, 2008 (7:24 pm)
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Replying to: trishr1 (Jan 21, 2008 5:50 pm)

I've let ours slide for quite a while now... I guess after a bit you just learn to live with it. I haven't spoken to anyone but Windsor Mazda and the dealer just outside of Chatham, both in Southern Ontario.
I'm going to get started again... we coughed up for an extended warranty (first time for everything). Thanks for your comments.
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Re: Seemingly, the Crunch is GONE in 08's!!!` [skiff0001] by trishr1
Jan 24, 2008 (8:21 am)
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Replying to: skiff0001 (Jan 19, 2008 7:24 pm)

Skiff01 - we may have someone here in the city who can fix our problem - stay tuned - he fixed the Mazda P3 bushing problem which has plagued that model since 2001 - 2002 onwards - most posts were on another Mazda Forum website. Since this site does not offer Private messaging, I will send you this fellow's website once I have confirmed he can fix ours as well.
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Re: Rear Crunch [jeff39] by trishr1
Feb 07, 2008 (7:33 pm)
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Replying to: jeff39 (Jan 21, 2008 7:24 pm)

I have posted my last fix below and suggest that you might want to look at your invoice/service report to see if any of the bushings match the 156D and 156C - feel free to post your fixes. Currently I am almost 60 days without a crunch (fingers, toes and anything else is crossed)
R0802BRX R&R Rear Stab links
2 C243-28-156D Bush, Stabi
XXB427R1 R&R Front Stabilizer Bushings
2 CC29-34-156C Bush, Stabi
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Re: Ugly Suspension Noise When Cold [nissmazlover] by grasma
Feb 10, 2008 (9:41 am)
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Feb 23, 2006 11:13 am)

Vehicle is a 2007 Mazda 5. Location is in Sioux City, IA. Winters can be very cold. Suspension starts it's chattering when the temp falls below 25 degrees. Dealer replaced front rubber bushings on sway bar in March 2007. Noise was worse this winter. Dealer contacted factory engineers, again. Seems as though certain VIN series ALL have a concern, BUT unless you live in a cold climate and complain, you won't receive help. Dealer replace Lower Front Control arms, front sway bar bushings, and rear bushings (4 of them in the back). Colder than ---- out there today, and there is still LOTS of noise coming from the front. Next call will be to the factory,or the Iowa Lemon law may come into effect. I did sell cars for a few years, so don't let the dealership Bull you with stories. Do your research and then go after the dealership...

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