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Bruno
Moon roof tint: Here in Arizona, I couldn't get any tint shop to tint the moon roof! Every shop told me that the moon roof glass is different than the other windows and the tint would hold in the heat, causing it to break!
I had a CRX with and after market moon roof (without cover option) that I had tinted limo, to cut down on the BBQ effect and had no problems with it breaking. However, after market glass had plenty of room to expand, as it wouldn't sit flush with the roofline.
Difficult Shifts: My CRX was very tough to get into gear in cold weather (I haven't always lived in Arizona). I talked to my dealer and they put in lighter weight oil in the gearbox, which solved the problem. In the summer time, I noticed no adverse effects from the change and drove the car till it had 96,000 miles on it without a problem. I don't know if this is a possibility for the Mazda, but may be worth an inquiry.
Most of the cars that I've owned have had a metal mesh kinda like a microwave door instead of a tint. That's why I was wondering if it could be done.
Anyone else have this problem, or know why this happens?
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-juice
I just want to clarify this, so someone wont take a aftermarket over a factory installed.
In your case, yes, its better to get the dealer to do it, rather than someone like Pep Boys. As for the controls of the factory moonroof, the factory has (2) buttons, one to tilt, the other to open/close. The factory "moon" roof is not a "sun" roof. A sunroof doesnt have glass, a moonroof does. My Toyota Cressida had a sunroof, and it was just the roof panel sliding, rather than a piece of glass.
Rich
I bet the same folks that supply Mazda also supply the aftermarket (ASC in my case), so in many cases we're talking about the same product.
-juice
We have two Mazdas, and honestly? Mazda parts are so overpriced it's ridiculous. An O2 sensor was $220 at one dealer, and I later found an aftermarket equivalent for $70. A new gas cap for my Miata was something like $28, while most cost $5 (could not find one that fit the Miata, though). Next time I'll shop on-line, Perma-cap models sell for $10.
But basically their markup is about 200%, it seems. A lady in line in front of me paid more than $8 for a lousy oil filter. Hard to find one that costs more than $4-5.
By all means, find a better source.
-juice
-juice
Bruno
I never even looked under the car to see where the drain plug is. If I do the ramp thing, will all of the oil drain out? One of my old cars had the drain plug in such a way that the oil wouldnt fully drain unless you had the car completely level.
Any info or tips?
Hmm - I drive the car so damn much that my warranty will be up in 2 years anyway, so maybe I shouldn't worry so much
Other maintenance is the same thing. The only tangible things Mazda will do is: Change radiator fluid, air filter, transmission fluid, spark plugs, fuel filter, lube all hinges, etc. With the exception of the fuel filter, most people could do all of that themselves and as long as you document the work you should be OK. Thats what I plan on doing because the dealer charges ridiculous prices for these services and "inspections".
You DO NOT need a special tool to remove the oil filter.
Find a nice incline, at about the angle of your ramps.
-juice
Bruno
Where is the temperature sensor? Outside the car I assume...but where? I really don't wish to get into a wiring nightmare.
Thanks,
Cappy
ciao bisous!
boopoppa
PS: i too have black smudginess on the bottom part of exhuast tip. i figure it's just exhaust grime and heat stain.
I got my Pro5 y'day... Itz a silver auto with ABS , polished alloy wheels and moon roof. im excited :-)... Just took it out for a small ride y'day... Felt very good... I got it for a little less than the invoice price... I need to mention here that this is my first car!!!
I did not go for the factory casette player. I felt it was quite costly and I also read in this forum that the audio system itself is not of very good wuality. I wud need a cassette player/better audio system. Any suggestions? I found the quality of the audio system to be "ok", but am OK to change for a better one.
Another thing I would definitely need is the alarm system. The salesman told me that the factory fitted alarm system (if the car came with one) was very sensitive and at times, would go off even if there is a heavy wind. I think he was just trying to sell me the car without alarm!!! He suggested I go in for the COBRA alarm system. Can you please pour in your suggestions on what alarm system is good for the Pro5? I am planning to go hunting for it this weekend. So any inputs b4 that would be appreciated.
Thanks guyz. Catch you all later... - ppk.
Talking about mp3 and mp5, I read recently an auto magazine (sorry, I can't remember which). They tested about 20 new 2002 models, including both of these beauties. Guess what, the mp5 beats the mp3 in slalom! I can't believe it. That proves only that the mp3 driver is not that good. But it also shows that the mp3 is not distance that much the P5 in term of handling.
re-bisous, ;-)
Bruno
Later then, Bruno
Do you notice any differences in build quality and reliability between these two models?
Is my research right - is it really the old Explorer/Aerostar plant, or did they build a new Mazda plant?
Any info would be appreciated. The Protege5 seems like a blast of a toy car, but I obsess about vehicle quality.
--Bart
--Bart