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#17 of 38 Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [roadburner] by shipo Dec 21, 2008 (9:37 pm)
Replying to: roadburner (Dec 21, 2008 3:26 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?   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
#18 of 38 Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [roadburner] by ahightower Dec 22, 2008 (12:36 pm)
Replying to: roadburner (Dec 21, 2008 3:26 pm) That's pretty cool, I never knew why that tube was there. I do know that I don't have a low washer fluid light in my 2008.
#19 of 38 Future Changes: We love to dream by autonomous Dec 22, 2008 (3:46 pm)
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 Replies to this message: autonomous (Jan 02, 2009 1:02 pm) autonomous (Jan 13, 2009 2:28 pm)
#20 of 38 by nsbio1 Dec 22, 2008 (4:05 pm)
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. Replies to this message: shipo (Dec 22, 2008 4:43 pm)
#21 of 38 Re: [nsbio1] by shipo Dec 22, 2008 (4:43 pm)
Replying to: nsbio1 (Dec 22, 2008 4:05 pm) 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).   My 2009 has trunk poppage from the fob. I'm guessing that that will carry over to the new 2010s.   Best regards, Shipo
#22 of 38 Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [shipo] by wai Dec 23, 2008 (1:39 pm)
Replying to: shipo (Dec 20, 2008 6:38 am) Agree with you (6) that heated outside mirror is a must for cars driving in the rain/snow. however this safety feature only appears in Civic EXL, and no other compact cars have that, even the Corolla with leather trim. Replies to this message: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 7:08 am) roadburner (Dec 24, 2008 8:01 am) shipo (Dec 24, 2008 8:16 am) and 4 more... wai (Dec 24, 2008 8:09 am) backy (Dec 24, 2008 8:14 am)
#23 of 38 Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [wai] by shipo Dec 24, 2008 (7:08 am)
Replying to: wai (Dec 23, 2008 1:39 pm) IIRC, both the Rabbit (which I actually wanted to buy over the Mazda3, just couldn't find one in a stick) and the Jetta have heated external mirrors. What makes the whole heated mirror thing even annoying is that 190 miles north of me (i.e. north of the Canadian border), ALL Mazda3s come with heated mirrors. Grrrr. It seems as if both Honda and Mazda (and Toyota too?) think that wintery weather stops at Canada's southern border.   Best regards, Shipo Replies to this message: roadburner (Dec 24, 2008 8:01 am) shipo (Dec 24, 2008 8:16 am) roadburner (Dec 24, 2008 8:36 am) and 3 more... wai (Dec 24, 2008 8:09 am) backy (Dec 24, 2008 8:14 am)
#24 of 38 Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [shipo] by roadburner Dec 24, 2008 (8:01 am)
Replying to: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 7:08 am) IIRC, both the Rabbit (which I actually wanted to buy over the Mazda3, just couldn't find one in a stick) and the Jetta have heated external mirrors.   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... Replies to this message: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 8:16 am) roadburner (Dec 24, 2008 8:36 am) shipo (Dec 24, 2008 9:22 am) and 2 more...
#25 of 38 Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [shipo] by wai Dec 24, 2008 (8:09 am)
Replying to: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 7:08 am) Sorry, I missed VW brand for this safety feature. Right now I have a Jetta for myself and a Civic EXL for my wife which both have the heated exterior mirror. BTW Iast weekend my son and I tested drive Lancer, Mazda 3 and Sentra. all have no stick shift except a 08 Mazda3 i which has no power window and lock. probably left over more than 6 months. On the way home, he almost burnt out my Jetta's clutch. (as there is heavy burnt smell after arriving home).   Happy holiday and safe driving Wai
#26 of 38 Re: After 3 years in my MZ3, changes I'd like to see... [shipo] by backy Dec 24, 2008 (8:14 am)
Replying to: shipo (Dec 24, 2008 7:08 am) FYI another compact that has heated mirrors is the Elantra, even in base form. Even in the U.S.

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