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#50 of 69 Drift/Pull by topneuro Jan 30, 2008 (12:40 pm)
Found the document URL link, go to this link:   http://www.coremazda.com/tsb/cx9/02-003-07-steering-pull-drift.pdf   This is not the only version, there a other version and links to the pdf document in other forums.
#51 of 69 Re: CX-9 rear world experiences [rocco9] by dizmark Jan 30, 2008 (6:40 pm)
Replying to: rocco9 (Jan 21, 2008 3:57 pm) YES - I hand wash my car and get frustrated with the amount of water that comes out. So, I've devised a plan. 1) Turn the mirror in or out, (whichever way it turns) that allows a hidden pocket to be reached and dried. 2) More imporantly, I take my small blower or shop vac (in blow mode) and blow out the mirror. A little extra work, but worth it to keep you car looking nice after being washed.   I LOVE the car overall though. Everything a Lexus has - but better, for cheaper.
#52 of 69 Re: Alignment problem with CX9 GT [masudur] by rocco9 Jan 31, 2008 (10:44 am)
Replying to: masudur (Jan 30, 2008 10:35 am) I was wondering if this problem started from day one or developed with time? I have not noticed this problem with mine. I was aware of the problem but have not had any pulling issues - so far. My car was has a build date of Sept. 07'. Replies to this message: mdhutton (Feb 01, 2008 10:55 pm)
#53 of 69 07 vs 08 CX-9 by mpb2 Feb 01, 2008 (2:35 pm)
I am considering an '07 Touring and I'm wondering how important the motor difference is (I assume there are no other differences) between the 07 and 08's. Does anyone have more information on the differences and if they are worth the extra money? Replies to this message: rocco9 (Feb 01, 2008 5:43 pm)
#54 of 69 Re: 07 vs 08 CX-9 [mpb2] by rocco9 Feb 01, 2008 (5:43 pm)
Replying to: mpb2 (Feb 01, 2008 2:35 pm) From what I understand the 3.5 is an all Ford motor. Which isn't terrible, however, the CX-9 was designed for the 3.7 that Mazda developed in Japan. The only reason the 3.5 was placed in the 07' CX-9's was because the car was finished before the motor was done being developed. This may affect the resale value of all the first year release vehicles. Some say you should never buy a first year release due to all the bugs that need time to be worked out. Besides who doesn't like having more power.
#55 of 69 Re: Alignment problem with CX9 GT [rocco9] by mdhutton Feb 01, 2008 (10:55 pm)
Replying to: rocco9 (Jan 31, 2008 10:44 am) I would imagine that at some point, Mazda would have incorporated the changes in the TSB addressing the pulling issue into the manufacturing process and eliminate the problem right from the start. Not sure what that point in time is though...
#56 of 69 Re: Short term road test review [pulleydog] by 16ue Feb 08, 2008 (1:09 am)
Replying to: pulleydog (Jan 18, 2008 7:37 pm) I purchased a Trip Computer for the CX9 which gives me accurate, real-time gas mileage, and I can see how those who spend most of their time on city streets might be less than thrilled with their mileage.   Can you tell me more about the trip computer that you have purchased? I would like to get one too as I missed having one on the CX-9. Replies to this message: nxs138 (Feb 08, 2008 8:27 am) pulleydog (Feb 10, 2008 9:01 am)
#57 of 69 Re: Short term road test review [16ue] by nxs138 Feb 08, 2008 (8:27 am)
Replying to: 16ue (Feb 08, 2008 1:09 am) I wonder if a trip computer will be included in a future software update. The Australian CX-9s do have a trip computer that lists mpg, which makes me think that maybe the options is simply software driven. Why it would not be included in the US baffles me.   Unless, of course, the trip computer is an entirely different chip that we don't have here, which Mazda might offer at a reasonably inflated price in the future.
#58 of 69 Re: Short term road test review [16ue] by pulleydog Feb 10, 2008 (9:01 am)
Replying to: 16ue (Feb 08, 2008 1:09 am) Can you tell me more about the trip computer that you have purchased? I would like to get one too as I missed having one on the CX-9.   It's called a ScanGauge II and you can read about it here;   www.scangauge.com   It can do all sorts of things but the menus take a little getting used to. It's small, easy to install (took me less than 10 minutes) and can provide some useful information about your gas mileage, engine performance, etc. You can also easily use it on more that 1 vehicle - it just takes a minute or two to communicate and 'learn' the new vehicle it is connected to.   It plugs into the OBD II connector which is under the dash, just to the side of the steering column. Plug it in, and it's ready to program....and by program, I mean, tell it which 'units of measurement' you are using, engine size, gas tank size, and fuel type. Quick and very simple. You can even change the background color to better match your dash lighting - something I keep forgetting to do.   The computer gets its power from the same cable connection to the OBD connector, so there's nothing else to plug in. It comes with some Velcro for mounting it. I mounted mine centered on the front edge of my dashboard. It only blocks the odometer and tripmeter, which I can still see but I have to look over it.   It can easily unplug and store somewhere if you're concerned about theft. I plan to have my wife sew a little black cover for it. I think if she can make something, it will become just about invisible with the dark background of the dashboard.   It lists for $169.95 from the company's website, but I bought mine at Amazon for $159.95 with shipping. If you like 'gadgets' and have some extra money for a non-essential purchase, you'll probably enjoy having the computer. Hope that helps!
#59 of 69 Is anyone else adjusting their seatback almost daily? by pulleydog Feb 10, 2008 (9:19 am)
Okay, it might sound a little wacky, but I find myself adjusting the seatback nearly everyday. And I don't mean a little forward one day and a little back the next, I mean I have to always adjust the seatback to be in a slightly reclined position, so, I'm always adjusting back. It has to be moving forward by itself. There's no way I could be continually moving it in the same direction without is being in the completely reclined position by now - it's very odd.   And No, there is nobody else who drives my car except my wife who has driven it maybe a total of 4 times, tops. And we have no kids that would be playing in the car.   I'd be curious if anyone else is experiencing this same condition. Replies to this message: msuvet (Feb 10, 2008 2:37 pm) pulleydog (Feb 10, 2008 4:05 pm) maltb (Feb 11, 2008 9:35 am) and 1 more...

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