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    Re: Engine light on, code P0126

    Thanks for the offer Dave. I called my local mechanic who scoffed at me for shelling out $114 for the diagnostic. The dealer told me that garages don't have the computer system to check electronic...
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    Engine light on, code P0126

    Hey guys, I have a 2005 Mazda3 hatch that and the instrument panel engine light just came on. Brought it in for an oil change and maintenance at Mazda of Toronto, they charged $114 for a diagnostic...
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    Re: 2008.5 Mazda 3 iPod adapter question

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    I have a 2005 Mazda 3 with a factory car stereo that has "MP3" on the front. I can't tell from the GROM website if only the 08+ Mazda MP3 stereos are incompatible or if my 2005...
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    Re: Mazda 02+ GROM iPod Adapter Direct Interface

    Ahhh I think I understand now. I never realized that Navigon doesn't really use 3G, it uses your Location Services/GPS right? So do you bother to turn off 3G when you use Navigon, or do you leave...
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    Re: Mazda 02+ GROM iPod Adapter Direct Interface

    Thanks for the prompt reply! Bit confused by what you mean by this though, you're saying that with Google Maps your battery level would decrease but with Navigon it would stay charged up? How about...
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    Re: Mazda 02+ GROM iPod Adapter Direct Interface

    Interested in getting the GROM v2 for my 2005 Mazda3, however it has an MP3 sign on it (can play MP3s burnt on CD) so I'm not certain if it's compatible or not so I emailed them to inquire. I...
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    Re: Finally done a windshield replacement

    hmmm can't seem to edit posts, but wanted to say mine is the dark blue M3, stock is the silver. As you can see there is practically no difference between the two.
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    Re: Finally done a windshield replacement

    Here's some pics of my new OEM windshield compared to a stock one:

    http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk246/wongnog/image001.jpg...
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    Re: Finally done a windshield replacement

    hmmm not too sure what you mean by that SonicBoy, never took notice what the molding on the stock looked like. By all intents and purposes my windshield looks like brand new, better even in fact. I...
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    Re: Finally done a windshield replacement

    They told me it should only take 30 minutes but for me it was more like 45 mins to an hour, only because after they removed the windshield they had to wait for their guy to deliver the new one. I...
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    Re: Finally done a windshield replacement

    +1 for Pedro at Speedee Gonzalez Auto Glass. My '05 Sport GT got a stone chip and a 7" crack the other day so I wanted it replaced ASAP as it seemed to grow 1cm a day. Pedro came to my work and...
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    Re: How to warm up car in winter?

    wow great tips everyone, so glad I started this thread! :) I'd also love to know which vent settings work best for you. I know many use defroster/floor but I often wonder if this will slow down...
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    How to warm up car in winter?

    Okay we all know it's FRIGIDLY cold this week, and I'd really love to know what all of your winter car heating rituals are. Do you run the engine idle for 5-10 mins? Do you have the front and rear...
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    Re: gas tank and gas light/needle?

    Good idea, I'll try that. But how many litres of gas can you get away with on the mazda3? can you still drive when there's 1 or 2L of gas? Or will the car be dangerous to drive below 5L?
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    Re: gas tank and gas light/needle?

    Old thread I know but I thought it was better to continue a relevant one than start a new one (and get subsequently flamed for "why did you you use the search feature dummy!").

    Anyway I have a...
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    IBC theft immobilizer ULC-S338/98

    Just saw a story on CBC news about car thefts due to old immobilizers that are easily disabled by thieves. According to the Insurance Bureau of Canada, none of the Mazda3's have electronic...
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    Re: Mazda of Toronto - service questions

    Hmmm interesting I didn't know that. I know Flipdaddy and TheBiz both work for MoT, but I'd like to know other users' opinions of other places to go to get service like this done but for less. $640...
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    Re: Mazda of Toronto - service questions

    ya you're absolutely right Joe, I think I only had a drain and fill, not a flush. Anyway Vincent called me back and I explained to him what had been done and he said the fluids were just discoloured...
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    Re: Where mount AudioLink USB/MP3

    I bought a used unit off eBay for $70 shipped, it's an older unit with the iPod adapter, mini audio plug, and an RCA video plug. I did have to order a new upgrade chip for the unit from The RPM...
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    Re: Mazda of Toronto - service questions

    Hey everyone, just wanted to update this thread. Back in November I brought my car in and was quoted the above recommendations by MoT totaling $640. Today I brought my car in for another oil change...
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    Re: First visit to Mazda of Toronto

    Thanks Joe, I'm bringing my indigo blue 2005 Mazda3 Sport GT in for service around 9am. It's just going for regular tuneup, it's got a shave under 60,000 km on it and about a week left on the 3 yr...
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    Re: First visit to Mazda of Toronto

    just called MoT today and Stanley no longer works there! Was able to speak to Vincent but after he heard I just wanted to schedule a regular maintenance he handed me off to a secretary so I really...
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    Re: How To: iPod Audio Link

    Thanks for the clarification Eric. Is the bulb removal part how you did your installation, i.e. do you recommend this step? Also when you say that the ipod cable takes up "all the room pretty much...
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    Re: How To: iPod Audio Link

    The iPod adapter from RPMstore doesn't come with an SD card reader, I don't think. Where did you see one?
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    Re: GPS Units: Feedback?

    Awesome! So do you guys all have it plugged into the lighter when in operation? Or is it possible to wire it into the car somehow?
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