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38 messages, Last post on Feb 03, 2009 at 8:51 AM
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Replying to: scwmcan (Dec 21, 2008 6:22 am) Hmmm, that's odd, I've had a 5-liter container in five Chrysler products, two VW/Audi cars, two BMWs, and a Mazda MX-6. Go figure. Thanks for the advice on the light and the filler neck/tube. I'll look further into it. Best regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (Dec 21, 2008 1:53 pm) The tube is Mazda's bargain-basement method to check the washer fluid level. You put your finger over the hole in the reservoir cap and then you remove the cap. Since your finger is over the hole in the cap the tube will show the fluid lever. Brilliant, no? I can't wait to find an E46 330i ZHP or M3 ZCP... 
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Replying to: roadburner (Dec 21, 2008 3:26 pm) Thanks!  Oddly enough, even though I didn't know they did the tube thing on purpose, that's exactly how I checked my level earlier today.  Best regards, Shipo |
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Replying to: roadburner (Dec 21, 2008 3:26 pm) |
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My top ten for a compact car: 1. Curb weight under 3000 pounds approaching 2500 pounds 2. Combined fuel economy rating exceeding 30 mpg 3. Power to weight ratio approaching 1:15 4. Information system that provides the driver with understandable diagnostics 5. Statement on life expectancy of major engine components 6. Options that are client-centred (e.g. only GT has 5 speed transmission) 7. Seats that are not sofas (as per Mazda prototypes) 8. Backseats that fold completely flat and are removeable 9. Interior materials that can be replaced affordably X. Ding-resistant body panels
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Add the ability to open the trunk from the keyfob remote (if not already implemented in the 09 version. I have an 08 and the absence of this feature is annoying). A better oil dipstick - it is virtually impossible to check the oil level with what they include. My old 96 Protege was much better in this regard. Nothing else that I can think of at the moment.
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Replying to: nsbio1 (Dec 22, 2008 4:05 pm) My 2009 has trunk poppage from the fob. I'm guessing that that will carry over to the new 2010s.  Best regards, Shipo |
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Replying to: shipo (Dec 20, 2008 6:38 am)
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Replying to: wai (Dec 23, 2008 1:39 pm) Best regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 7:08 am) I was all set to buy a GTI but the local VW dealers showed no interest in ordering a car to my specs. Couple that with the fact that none of the local VW service departments hire techs with opposable thumbs and the GTI dropped off my short list. That said, in retrospect I can't say that my experience with the MS3 has been that much better- bad strut(25K), bad turbo(26K), and rattles and squeaks du jour...
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