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  1. Re: 2018 mazda3 - multiple warning lights at once ?

    No it hasn't. Some of the same lights come on briefly when the car is started but after a few seconds go out. I had never noticed that before but since I am paying attention to any lights showing...
  2. 2018 mazda3 - multiple warning lights at once ?

    Hoping someone may be able to shed some light on a preplexing problem I encountered today, which seems to have at least for now resolved itself.

    2018 Mazda 3 Sport GT with premium and tech...
  3. Re: turn on power but not engine ? (push button start)

    So simple ! Thank you !!!!

    SW
  4. turn on power but not engine ? (push button start)

    I previously had a 2007 Mazda 3 Sport GT, which of course used a nice key to start it. The ignition therefore had an "accessory" position where you could turn on the power to the accessories but not...
  5. Re: Mazda of Richmond Hill - okay experience but beware of old school tactics

    Super: I also much prefer and transparent and straight to the point process.

    My local [Ottawa] dealership would not give me a quote without me signing a "commitment to do business" with them; I...
  6. Re: winter tires for my 2018 mazda 3 sport GT (questions)

    Thank you both for the info.

    Mike: somehow, the dealership here is about the same as Costco.

    SW
  7. Thread: new here

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    Re: new here

    welcome !
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    Re: New 2018 Mazda 3 Sport Owner

    Congrats ! I am just over a month into owning mine and loving it, too !
  9. winter tires for my 2018 mazda 3 sport GT (questions)

    Just over a month ago I leased a nice new 2018 Mazda 3 Sport GT with premium and tech packages from Jeff the Biz @ Mazda of Toronto (definitely worth the drive from Ottawa! it is my second car from...
  10. 2018 Mazda3 information from Mazda Canada now available

    Mazda Canada FINALLY has the Mazda3 information up on their website:

    Sport: https://www.mazda.ca/en/vehicles/mazda3-sport/overview/

    Sedan: https://www.mazda.ca/en/vehicles/mazda3/overview/
    ...
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    Re: Mazda 3 Sport GT 2018

    I second this.

    I live in Ottawa. I bought my first Mazda3 from Jeff just over 10 years ago in summer 2007, after learning about him on this forum. A painless process, well worth the drive to...
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    Re: 2018 Mazda3 info from USA

    And some Canadian info... a Canadian video comparing the 2017 and 2018 Mazda 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfEPnD1bt9Q (the videographer is from Sundance Mazda in Edmonton, AB).
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    2018 Mazda3 info from USA

    There isn't much info out yet about the 2018 Mazda3's, even though some dealerships are actually starting to get them in (!).

    However, today I found the following from Mazda USA, which gives at...
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    Re: Considering a 2017 GT

    Understood. Thanks!
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    Re: Considering a 2017 GT

    Define "scorching" ? hot enough to actually burn you, or just really warm ?

    I have a 2007 Mazda 3 Sport that turns 10 in another month and needs replacing. But it has nice black cloth seats and...
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    Re: How long did your original tires last?

    3 summers
  17. Sticky: Re: Power Steering Failure 2009

    I agree that it is a safety concern, at least in some circumstances.

    This is what happened to me I guess about a year ago now... I was making a left turn when the power steering failed in my...
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    Re: Cheap garage to change tires in Ottawa?

    Are they already on their own rims ?
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    Re: Winter Tires: Who's got 'em on?

    I usualkly go by the rule of "on by hallowe'en, off by (April) Easter", but because it has been warm only got them put on late this past week...
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    Poll: Re: when do you plan on switching from winters?

    My general rule is winters are on by Hallowe'en and off by Easter (er... an April Easter... not those early March ones) and you're usually safe... but it really depends on the weather. I don't take...
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    Re: Congratulations Dr. Broli

    Congrats !
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    Re: MOT Winter tire/rim packages 2008/2009!!

    :chuckle

    Thanks for the info SFW and Noisy Crow !
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    Re: MOT Winter tire/rim packages 2008/2009!!

    A question:

    Given a Mazda3 with winter tires on their own black steel rims... do the wheel covers offer any type of protection or are they just cosmetic ?

    -SW
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    Re: rain sensing wipers not turning on?

    Most welcome.

    BTW, I downloaded the manual as a PDF from Mazda's site... makes it easy to find things instead of thumbing through eight-zillion pages of paper... And one can quote from it in...
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    Re: rain sensing wipers not turning on?

    From the 2008 Mazda3 manual (p 5-56):

    "The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted by turning the switch on the
    wiper lever. From the center position (normal), turn the switch towards (+)...
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