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    Default mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Hey. Does the 2010 mazda 3 sport GX come with cruise control? If not, and I pay for the audio controls to be mounted to the steering wheel, will they also throw in the electronics for cruise?

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    No, the GX doesn't come with cruise control.

    I actually want to add cruise control to the steering wheel too. I think all the wires and things are there, just need panels...

    Not too sure though.

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Quote Originally Posted by alho View Post
    No, the GX doesn't come with cruise control.

    I actually want to add cruise control to the steering wheel too. I think all the wires and things are there, just need panels...

    Not too sure though.
    I have a 2010 gx....
    ..all the wiring is there, I had cruise added in - it was no problem, and the audio controls are included as part of the package.

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Quote Originally Posted by Bomber-Stud View Post
    I have a 2010 gx....
    ..all the wiring is there, I had cruise added in - it was no problem, and the audio controls are included as part of the package.
    How much did it cost it and where did you get it done?

    I am very interested

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Quote Originally Posted by alho View Post
    How much did it cost it and where did you get it done?

    I am very interested
    got it done at dealer (in edmonton) at time of vehicle purchase. cost me "nothing" ...had to forefit my $500 grad rebate to the dealer. I think the kit itself costs ~$240 (not including labor). so i think? $500 is a lot, but I got a good overall deal on the car.

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    it's $400. I added it to my car as well

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Quote Originally Posted by m_bisson View Post
    it's $400. I added it to my car as well
    From where exactly? And was it an OEM install?

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    You can purchase one from any dealer. It comes with audio controls as well as the cruise buttons.

    TM3 price is $151.96 plus tax, and includes install instructions.

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Hi FlipDady - how hard would it be to install this on our own? I'm interested in doing it but was worried about it being difficult as a DIY. Any thoughts?

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Quote Originally Posted by TT76 View Post
    Hi FlipDady - how hard would it be to install this on our own? I'm interested in doing it but was worried about it being difficult as a DIY. Any thoughts?
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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    I installed cruise control on my 05 by buying the parts from a junkyard and doing it myself. That being said, if you do not feel confident with your hands, I would definitely leave it up to a professional. Like Jeff said, it involves removing the airbag, which if done incorrectly, will be a $2000 mistake (IIRC that's how much they are worth), plus the chance of serious injuries.
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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    ok - sounds a little scary with the airbag issue.

    How much for install?

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    I am interested in getting this done as well. $152 sounds good.... always thought it'd be more. How much would be to with labor?


    Thanks.

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Well it will depend on where you get it done of course. At MOT we charge $155.21 plus tax.

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    so 155.21 for install, 152 for the parts = $307.21 x 1.15 = $353.29

    is this sounding right? How long does the install take? 1-2 hours?

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    What's the cost for a nifty GT steering wheel? Is that even an option?

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Quote Originally Posted by TT76 View Post
    so 155.21 for install, 152 for the parts = $307.21 x 1.15 = $353.29

    is this sounding right? How long does the install take? 1-2 hours?
    That's correct!

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    Quote Originally Posted by G-daddy View Post
    What's the cost for a nifty GT steering wheel? Is that even an option?
    Your cost $334.26 plus tax.

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    Quote Originally Posted by FLIPDADY View Post
    Your cost $334.26 plus tax.
    No way...so I can upgrade to the GT leather wrapped steering wheel for the 2010? And this price is just for the wheel, or includes install?

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    Quote Originally Posted by G-daddy View Post
    No way...so I can upgrade to the GT leather wrapped steering wheel for the 2010? And this price is just for the wheel, or includes install?
    Just the part, labor is extra.

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Quote Originally Posted by FLIPDADY View Post
    Just the part, labor is extra.
    Hey Joe does the cruise add on also replace the entire steering wheel for the non cruise equipped ones? Or do the steering wheel controls just get added on to the steering wheel. I think thats what G-daddy is referring to
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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    Actually, I have a GX, and I have always wanted a leather wrapped steering wheel from a GT. So yea, the full replacement is what I'm looking at.

    And I get to keep my old steering wheel, right?

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    Default Re: mazda 3 gx... cruise control?

    I was told by The-Biz when I was buying my GX a few months ago that they simply add the cruise and audio controls keypads to the existing steering wheel. The current flat plastic covers are basically replaced by new covers with the button controls.

    Quote Originally Posted by McGuyver_3 View Post
    Hey Joe does the cruise add on also replace the entire steering wheel for the non cruise equipped ones? Or do the steering wheel controls just get added on to the steering wheel. I think thats what G-daddy is referring to


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    Quote Originally Posted by sarujo View Post
    I was told by The-Biz when I was buying my GX a few months ago that they simply add the cruise and audio controls keypads to the existing steering wheel. The current flat plastic covers are basically replaced by new covers with the button controls.
    i had figured thats how they did it as they wouldnt sell an entire steering wheel for 155$ lol

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    Is there anyway to get leather wrapped around a GS steering wheel??

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