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35 messages, Last post on Jul 22, 2009 at 10:11 PM
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Replying to: ceric (May 05, 2009 8:10 am) If I have a 2008 AWD CX9, and I get the tow added at the dealer, is this an after market hitch and hence, 3" below the bumper? Mazda dealer says he can install the hitch and have it covered by Mazda. Does this mean his will be through the bumper or below it? I can presume it is after market and hence below the bumper? thanks zippy
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Replying to: zippydriver (Jul 12, 2009 4:29 pm) No one can add the tow "package" which includes - heavy duty radiator - dual fan control modules (instead of one) - look for a silver module with heat sink about 2-3 inches in size near fan. CX9 has two fans. The one with Tow package (real OE one) has two fan control modules. - heavy duty transmission cooler - ECU programming revision - change gear shifting points and and stability control algorithm to counter trailer swinging. - hitch and wiring I am guessing that your dealer only gives you the factory hitch and wiring. (i.e. for you to tow 2000lb or less only) The factory hitch sticks out at the lower part of the rear bumper (better integration). However, it has 2 1/4" inch opening. Most after-market hitches available for CX9 have 3" inch opening. Depending on how you plan to use your CX9, a full-blown Tow package may not be best for you unless you need to tow more than 2000lb. Those changes with Tow package could slow down the performance of CX9 or decrease MPG (a tranny that is too "cool" may increase MPG slightly). The gear-shifting algorithm could also costs you MPG as well. Just a reminder that it's not "the more, the better".  |
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Many have tried to answer the towing question for 2009 CX-9s. I have recently purchased an AWD CX-9 and thourghly researched the towing question. I do not know the answer for earlier models. Be cautious in that some of the Mazda literature has conflicting information and unless someone carefully researches this question they will likely have the incorrect information. So, here is the answer: All FWD CX-9 come standard with a towing capacity of 2000lbs. In order to tow to this capacity you will need to add a tow hitch and wiring harness neither is which is available from the factory but is available from the dealer. All AWD CX-9 come standard with a factory tow prep package which consists of a larger transmission cooler, revised ECM and wiring harness. With this tow prep package the towing capacity is 3500lbs. In addition, you will need to add a tow hitch which is not available from the factory but is available from the factory. The FWD Grand Touring CX-9 does have a factory towing package available which includes the tow prep package metioned above plus a tow hitch. This will allow towing to 3500 lbs. However, in order to get the towing package you also need to order a "mandatory" GT assist package. The towing prep package cannot be installed by the dealer only the factory. The factory tow hitch which is available for the dealer to install, is a class II (3500 lbs) hitch with a 1.5" reciever. I am getting a Class III hitch installated so I can get a 2" reciever for which I have a bicycle rack and other towing items. I do not know how it will integrate with the bumper but I will let everyone know. Don't reply that some literature or someone told you something else. This is what I learned over a 2 week period proir to purchasing my CX-9. |
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Replying to: newawdcx9 (Jul 14, 2009 4:18 am) I hope newawdcx9 was not implying that I provided wrong info. Because if I did, I certainly would love to know and correct it in my head. I have a 2008 model. newawdcx9 seems to know more about 2009 models.
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Replying to: ceric (Jul 14, 2009 9:59 am) (Except when conversing with his wife) |
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Replying to: ceric (Jul 14, 2009 9:59 am) |
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I just bought a 2007 cx9, it came with SIRIUS Satellite Radio (I don't want it), but because it is installed I can't use my aux port. does anyone know how to disconnect the satellite radio and re-connect the aux port. Or do I really have to buy the "switching box"?
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Replying to: redbull22 (Jul 19, 2009 10:48 am) That way, you get what you want, and have an Sirrus unit (for the dealer as parts) or for you to sell it on eBay. Make sure you have the whole accessories of Sirrus if you want to sell it on eBay. Depending on your negotiation with the salesperson, he/she may or may not charge you for the labor cost (get behind the center console and reconnect wirings). |
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Replying to: newawdcx9 (Jul 14, 2009 4:18 am) Thanks
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Replying to: montezuma (Jul 22, 2009 4:44 pm) all 2009 AWD (Sports, Touring, or Grand Toruing) models have Tow Prep as standard. No so for 2008 or 2007. |
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