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Various questions regarding the Mazda CX-9

36 messages,  Last post on Nov 25, 2009 at 3:58 PM

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#27 of 36
Please confirm: Rear Cargo Area Light Operation by elerner61
Jan 05, 2009 (9:07 pm)
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In an '08 GT, the last light that is on the ceiling, the one that lights up the cargo area. Does yours turn on when you open the tailgate? The light that is ON the tailgate turns on when I open the tailgate, but that's it..no others. The light in question (as well as the other dome lights) do turn on when I open any door. Thx.
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Replacing HID Bulbs by my3rdrx
Jan 24, 2009 (8:55 am)
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Has anyone tried to replace their low-beam HID bulb yet? I could only get the contact off the bulb but not the bulb itself ~ Help !!!
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20" vs. 18" on GT by seaweed20
Jan 27, 2009 (12:21 pm)
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I have read several posts on the CX-9 forum regarding the uncomfortable ride quality as well as unsafe handling in the snow of the 20" tires. I plan on getting 18" on the GT I buy.
 
A basic question - if I make that switch, is there anything else that I would have to ask the dealer to change in the car?
 
As you can see, I am not as well versed as many others on this forum. Appreciate your help.
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Re: 20" vs. 18" on GT [seaweed20] by ceric
Jan 27, 2009 (2:35 pm)
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Replying to: seaweed20 (Jan 27, 2009 12:21 pm)

Actually, I like my 20" on the GT. It is as firm as most BMWs, but maybe too firm for people who like Lexus/Toyota. To each one's own.
The 18" certainly make it feel softer due to higher side wall of the tires.
As for the on-snow performance, the 18" and 20" has similar Bridgestone Duel H/L tires. They are bad on snow (tho, all-season). I would suggest real snow tires or better all-seasons (such as Yoko Parada Spec-X - check tirerack.com for review) tires.
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2 questions: autolock and power tailgate by tripl3threat
Oct 23, 2009 (11:03 am)
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Been a proud owner of an '09 CX-9 for a week, and I have two questions - hopefully I can find an answer here to one or both.
 
Power liftgate operation - is there a way to do this from the exterior lock/unlock button to the right of the lift gate handle? Yes, I'm that lazy.
 
Auto-lock feature - planning to have this turned on by the dealer today (auto locks all doors when you walk away using Advanced Key). Anyone have this done, and any regrets? Why is this not better than the default?
 
Thanks!
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Re: 2 questions: autolock and power tailgate [tripl3threat] by howardru
Oct 24, 2009 (3:47 am)
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Replying to: tripl3threat (Oct 23, 2009 11:03 am)

1) No way to auto-life with the button on the car. You can use your smart card to unlock and auto-lift the door. Instructions in the manual.
 
2) At first I wanted it, then I found out that car will auto lock anytime you walk away. Well I walk away half the time in my garage. Often times find myelf running down to the car to get something and the car is locked. Very annoying since I park it indoors in the garage where it's secured. If you don't have a garage, then it's probably not so bad.
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Re: 2 questions: autolock and power tailgate [howardru] by ceric
Oct 26, 2009 (3:50 pm)
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Replying to: howardru (Oct 24, 2009 3:47 am)

Howard is correct regarding #1. No way to life the gate with the touch pad. It is for lock/unlock only.
For Autolock, I had it done and have "lived with it" for more than 1 year.
As Howard said, it is a bit annoying when you want to park the CX9 unlocked (such as in your own garage or gas station). My way to deal with it is simple.
At gas station, I leave the driver's door ajar.
In my garage, I close the door and walk away simultaneously very quickly. This gives no time for Autolock to confirm your location. Therefore, no locking.
 
If you can live with what I pointed out, you will love the rest of autolock.
Dealer should do this for you for free. However, they may charge you if you change your mind later and want it off again.
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Re: 2 questions: autolock and power tailgate [ceric] by tripl3threat
Oct 28, 2009 (5:40 pm)
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Replying to: ceric (Oct 26, 2009 3:50 pm)

Thanks Howard and Ceric.
 
I had the autolock turned on earlier this week and for the most part I like it. Seems a bit unpredictable, depending on quickly/slowly I get away from the car - evne the direction I go. Figure I'll live with for awhile and work it out.
#35 of 36
Do Mazda last? by car4you
Nov 25, 2009 (12:25 pm)
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I am considering the CX-9 but I have concerns about Maza reliability. My 1996 Nissan Maxima has 97,000 miles with minimal issues. Does the Mazda compare. Has anyone put 60,000 miles without issue?

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