mycarforum: 2014 Mazda 3 part 21

All car can hit 6k rpm, only depends on your right let's skill...I drag my 4at latio to 6k rpm frequently since its under power...hehehe..

i think it depends more on ur balls isn't it..

All car can hit 6k rpm, only depends on your right let's skill...I drag my 4at latio to 6k rpm frequently since its under power...hehehe..

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Ya agree with you. This type of car drive liao damn pek chek. Totally no power. I been reving mine to 4k+ daily. I thinking if i should ki siao and get CLA45.

Any bro after 10000km service your car at outside workshops, any good recommendations for our Mazda 3. Thanks in advance.

Some people forget Mz3 is 1.5L, 118 bhp at 6000 rpm, max torque at 4000 rpm. [shocked]

Edited by ST69, 01 February 2015 - 09:07 PM.

Any bro after 10000km service your car at outside workshops, any good recommendations for our Mazda 3. Thanks in advance.

Our "SkyActiv" engine needs special care,better don't go outside for service,anyway,Mazda service not that expensive...take note,our engines needs 0w-20 oil..for best performance.

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Ya agree with you. This type of car drive liao damn pek chek. Totally no power. I been reving mine to 4k+ daily. I thinking if i should ki siao and get CLA45.

How to compare a 2 litres,360 Bhp with,Mazda 3,1.5 Litre.?CLA 45 costed over $320k,almost 3 times,of Mazda 3.

Actually I let my M3 change gear at about 2000rpm, acceleration quite ok leh.. If I need, will step on slightly harder and M3 will change just below 3000rpm and it is quite fast to handle most of the quick responses already. Have not come to a situation to step hard enough to go beyond 3000rpm-4000rpm yet... Racing with luxurious/sports cars???�

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Ya agree with you. This type of car drive liao damn pek chek. Totally no power. I been reving mine to 4k+ daily. I thinking if i should ki siao and get CLA45.

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Singapore how fast can you drive. You just increase the wear and tear of the car by the fast start abrubt stop/slow down because of traffic lights/hoggers. Just chill and relax drive bro. :)

I prefer Kumho KU31 to NEXEN N8000... On N8000 now (abt 15k km now), grip not as good as KU31, wear out faster

Point noted bro. Thanks for sharing. Noise wise?

225/55R16,is too big for the car,may rub the fenders.

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Any bros care to confirm on stock rim?

Thax bro ER-3682 for the reminder.

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Ya agree with you. This type of car drive liao damn pek chek. Totally no power. I been reving mine to 4k+ daily. I thinking if i should ki siao and get CLA45.

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Beg to differ, big cc car with big fat ass will not do any good on singapore road but very good at clearing those sniping digital speed camera and AUTOBAHN. Sure, power is great, but the ability to use all that whatever power firmly plated on the road with a great chassis and a spontaneous gearbox �is just brilliant.

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Actually I let my M3 change gear at about 2000rpm, acceleration quite ok leh.. If I need, will step on slightly harder and M3 will change just below 3000rpm and it is quite fast to handle most of the quick responses already. Have not come to a situation to step hard enough to go beyond 3000rpm-4000rpm yet... Racing with luxurious/sports cars???�

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Bro Brainstorm, for a moment I thought you mean BMW M3 � [drivingcar]

Try already lah ... our M3 above 130km/hr absolutely no power wan lor ... dont bother to try .... respect bigger cc car, give way and wave good bye.

Edited by Variablefeedback, 03 February 2015 - 09:14 AM.

Getting my M3 on Friday.
Very excited.
Replacing my 8yr old Nissan Sylphy.

If i change the rims/tyres, does that void the warranty ?

Thanks.

Get my Mazda 3 yesterday, very nice exterior design, comfort drive on road.....

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Bros which petrol your pump for your car, 95 or 98? �

anyone with the 2.0 to review?

anyone with the 2.0 to review?

Just slightly better pick up and with paddle shifter and twin exhaust.

Hi all,

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Managed to secure COE today and expecting to collect my ride before CNY. Look forward to tips from bro/sis.

Get my Mazda 3 yesterday, very nice exterior design, comfort drive on road.....

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Bros which petrol your pump for your car, 95 or 98? �

Our engines came with a very high compression of 13:1,if budget permits,pump 98 for best performance...

Our engines came with a very high compression of 13:1,if budget permits,pump 98 for best performance...

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I have been experimenting with RON and I can concur that it is more fun to run on RON98.�

Was on RON98 for about 5000km, then the next 2000km on RON95, then switch back to RON98.

The difference is significant when you rev a bit more.

Never try Vpower yet becos no promotion .... hehehe

Edited by Variablefeedback, 04 February 2015 - 10:49 PM.

Wow. So many new owners of mazda 3!!! Will be a common sight on the road!

hello everyone, i will be joining the big mazda 3 family soon! Just gotten my COE today and will be collecting my car end of the month.

What camera are you guys using? any recommendation? Can i get them to install it for me before car collection?

Thanks.

hello everyone, i will be joining the big mazda 3 family soon! Just gotten my COE today and will be collecting my car end of the month.

What camera are you guys using? any recommendation? Can i get them to install it for me before car collection?

Thanks.

They install for me during 1k servicing. Cost me 299 include installation. Phillips brand

Our engines came with a very high compression of 13:1,if budget permits,pump 98 for best performance...

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bros, how many KM servicing change engine oil? �i heard during the first 1Km servicing just do some routing check only? �

They install for me during 1k servicing. Cost me 299 include installation. Phillips brand

Thanks for the information! I will check with my SE then. $299 sounds reasonable.

Just slightly better pick up and with paddle shifter and twin exhaust.

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so is it worth the 15k premium?

currently my paddle shift, only use on lunar 1st and 15th [laugh] � [laugh]

They install for me during 1k servicing. Cost me 299 include installation. Phillips brand

What do they service/check for the 1K servicing, as I am sending my car coming Sat. Thanks.

so is it worth the 15k premium?
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Well, paying the 15k premium isn't a big problem if you divide it by the number of years you going to own the car. However, it is the additional running cost that deters most people i.e higher road tax, insurance...etc.

Mine doesn't comes with it (It's a BK model) and on occassional uses the triptronic. [;)] � [;)]

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Anyone did PPS or sound proofing and any good recommendations?

COE drop 3000

Well, paying the 15k premium isn't a big problem if you divide it by the number of years you going to own the car. However, it is the additional running cost that deters most people i.e higher road tax, insurance...etc.

Mine doesn't comes with it (It's a BK model) and on occassional uses the triptronic. �

Sounds like the power is tucked at 3k rpm & above.

As for slightly better pick up, will the pick up, between 1.5k - 3k rpm be similar to the Altis /Civic 1.6 or 1.8 litre? �Under pure city driving with medium footwork return 12km/Litre? �Thanks.

bros, how many KM servicing change engine oil? �i heard during the first 1Km servicing just do some routing check only? �

No oil change until 10000km by Eurokars. Mazda uses new 0w-20 with Moly addictive added eng oil. This kinda of eng oil is difficult to find in Sg.

http://www.cleanmpg....hp/t-45295.html

Hello everyone!

I'm thinking of getting a Mazda 3 too. Anyone care to share their price with me?
Thanks in adv!

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Anyone did PPS or sound proofing and any good recommendations?

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No oil change until 10000km by Eurokars. Mazda uses new 0w-20 with Moly addictive added eng oil. This kinda of eng oil is difficult to find in Sg.

http://www.cleanmpg....hp/t-45295.html

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From Idemitsu

I like Mazda 3 and Mazda 6, but the roofline is much lower than the old generation and my head brushes against the roofline (6'2").

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Collected my new Mazda3 yesterday and immediately brought to George (Ace GT Pte Ltd) to do the CeramicPro 9H 5-Layers Extreme (made prior apointment).
Car actually became even shinier than when I collected it. Unbelievable... woohoo!
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Collected my new Mazda3 yesterday and immediately brought to George (Ace GT Pte Ltd) to do the CeramicPro 9H 5-Layers Extreme (made prior apointment).
Car actually became even shinier than when I collected it. Unbelievable... woohoo!
Thanks George!�

How much you paid?

Yeah agreed. but also thinking of how to ensure speedometer reading accuracy..

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Wow 245 isn't it too wide? I think a 225 will be just nice .

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The more layers applied, sure become very shiny but I was told that if car is white colour and apply more layers, over time there will be yellowing because of UV radiation on the layers. So I only asked for 2 layers of 9H to be applied. I did it elsewhere though.

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Collected my new Mazda3 yesterday and immediately brought to George (Ace GT Pte Ltd) to do the CeramicPro 9H 5-Layers Extreme (made prior apointment).
Car actually became even shinier than when I collected it. Unbelievable... woohoo!
Thanks George!�

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I like Mazda 3 and Mazda 6, but the roofline is much lower than the old generation and my head brushes against the roofline (6'2").

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Yah. I went to see the car at showroom and noticed that too. But it doesn't affect my liking for the car.�

Not too sure if you guys have problem with the Bulit-in Navigation system?

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Since I upgrade the HU OS to ver 3.3, my HU constantly got the "SD card not valid" error and the system will crash and restart again. At first I thought nothing of it, but it is getting more and more frequent.

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I was thinking of upgrading the Maps on the SD using the Mazda tools, as there is a new upgrade. But worried about the warranty, anyone any idea? Anyone pay the extra 45+ USD to have the Navigation come with Traffic and weather updates?

I am tempted but not sure if is is worth it.

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Anyone link up the HU with both "AHA" and "Sitcher" apps? I got both APPS installed, but it seem to be more orientated towards US or Australian podcasts. I was thinking of adding Mr. Brown podcast, but not sure how...

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I got this very farnie experience with this car, was stopping on an up slope with the brake step on, for a moment the engine seem to stop like some sort of "hill start" assist. When I lift the brakes, it did not roll back. And when I step the accelerator and it move without sliding back. Quite intriging.

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Finally, I was reading the manual on Auto-door lock, apparently there is a function whereby when you step on the accelerator, the door locks would be activate automatically. Anyone manage to find this function? Or is this option not available in Singapore model?

Not too sure if you guys have problem with the Bulit-in Navigation system?
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Since I upgrade the HU OS to ver 3.3, my HU constantly got the "SD card not valid" error and the system will crash and restart again. At first I thought nothing of it, but it is getting more and more frequent.
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I was thinking of upgrading the Maps on the SD using the Mazda tools, as there is a new upgrade. But worried about the warranty, anyone any idea? Anyone pay the extra 45+ USD to have the Navigation come with Traffic and weather updates?
I am tempted but not sure if is is worth it.
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Anyone link up the HU with both "AHA" and "Sitcher" apps? I got both APPS installed, but it seem to be more orientated towards US or Australian podcasts. I was thinking of adding Mr. Brown podcast, but not sure how...
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I got this very farnie experience with this car, was stopping on an up slope with the brake step on, for a moment the engine seem to stop like some sort of "hill start" assist. When I lift the brakes, it did not roll back. And when I step the accelerator and it move without sliding back. Quite intriging.
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Finally, I was reading the manual on Auto-door lock, apparently there is a function whereby when you step on the accelerator, the door locks would be activate automatically. Anyone manage to find this function? Or is this option not available in Singapore model?

Your SD card is corrupted. Go update your SD card using Mazda Tools and the problem shld go away. Nxt time try not to power up the car and shut down within a very short time, I did that and got the SD invalid previously.

As for traffic update, save the money, it only works for JB. SG traffic seems to be not link with TomTom yet. I can only see JB traffics.

Yes our car have hill start assist, just don't take too long to accelerate, else after 2sec the brake will auto release and the car will roll backwards...

As for the auto lock, a Mazda tech in US told me that our authorised dealer's device shld be able to select the fuction for us. He recalls seeing it in the device menu once its hook up with the car. But I'm not sure if Eurokars know how to do it. Cos they tell me cannot... don't know if they even try to find it in the first place or just don't want to do it...

Edited by Brainstorm, 08 February 2015 - 11:19 PM.

This is my 6th tank of petrol and the mileage ranges from 5.3 to 5.8 L/100km.� [thumbsup]

I've also installed the original hood insulator for my Mazda3. It is able to reduce engine's higher frequency noise.�

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Edited by Brainstorm, 09 February 2015 - 10:25 PM.

I've also installed the original hood insulator for my Mazda3. It is able to reduce engine's higher frequency noise.�

How much to have that done?

I've also installed the original hood insulator for my Mazda3. It is able to reduce engine's higher frequency noise.�

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Where you get this?

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I'm interested in the hood insulator as well, kindly share where to get it :) thanks

Hi bros, i have one original mazda 3 3m car mat from dealer to let go at $80. Any bros interested can pm me

I've also installed the original hood insulator for my Mazda3. It is able to reduce engine's higher frequency noise.�
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Bro can share where to get it ? And what's the cost ?

I bought the parts separately from Japan, USA and SG. Below are the part numbers required:

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1) B45A-56681 - Hood Insulator,�S$78 (6,800 Yen) bought from Japanparts.com and the shipping to SG cost additional S$30. I can't find this part in SG and also I try to find it again today on Japanparts.com but think out of stock, can't find it any more. However, there is another online store in Europe is selling this at a higher price of S$110 (�65.93�w/o shipping).

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2)�TD1156694 - Plastic Fastener, S$1.50 each (need 10pcs) bought from Fong Yat Motor (Blk 685 Race Course Rd. #01-324). Just give the uncle the part number and he will find for you.

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3)�GHP9-569Z1A and�GHP9-56-9Z2B �- Left and right square rubber protector, US$1.50 each, bought at mazdapartsfactor.com when I was in Texas. Not such if Fong Yat Motor have these as they are the same parts as the new Mazda 6.�

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How much to have that done?

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Where you get this?

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I'm interested in the hood insulator as well, kindly share where to get it :) thanks

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Bro can share where to get it ? And what's the cost ?

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Edited by Brainstorm, 10 February 2015 - 10:45 PM.

I bought the parts separately from Japan, USA and SG. Below are the part numbers required:
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1) B45A-56681 - Hood Insulator,�S$78 (6,800 Yen) bought from Japanparts.com and the shipping to SG cost additional S$30. I can't find this part in SG and also I try to find it again today on Japanparts.com but think out of stock, can't find it any more. However, there is another online store in Europe is selling this at a higher price of S$110 (65.93�w/o shipping).
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2)�TD1156694 - Plastic Fastener, S$1.50 each (need 10pcs) bought from Fong Yat Motor (Blk 685 Race Course Rd. #01-324). Just give the uncle the part number and he will find for you.
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3)�GHP9-569Z1A and�GHP9-56-9Z2B �- Left and right square rubber protector, US$1.50 each, bought at mazdapartsfactor.com when I was in Texas. Not such if Fong Yat Motor have these as they are the same parts as the new Mazda 6.�
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Hi bro, beside reducing the high pitch sound. What other benefit of doing this?
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I bought the parts separately from Japan, USA and SG. Below are the part numbers required:
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1) B45A-56681 - Hood Insulator,�S$78 (6,800 Yen) bought from Japanparts.com and the shipping to SG cost additional S$30. I can't find this part in SG and also I try to find it again today on Japanparts.com but think out of stock, can't find it any more. However, there is another online store in Europe is selling this at a higher price of S$110 (65.93�w/o shipping).
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2)�TD1156694 - Plastic Fastener, S$1.50 each (need 10pcs) bought from Fong Yat Motor (Blk 685 Race Course Rd. #01-324). Just give the uncle the part number and he will find for you.
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3)�GHP9-569Z1A and�GHP9-56-9Z2B �- Left and right square rubber protector, US$1.50 each, bought at mazdapartsfactor.com when I was in Texas. Not such if Fong Yat Motor have these as they are the same parts as the new Mazda 6.�
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Hi bro, beside reducing the high pitch sound. What other benefit of doing this?
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The insulator also suppose to slow down the thermal expansion of the hood due to the direct heat from the engine and thus pro-long the paint work on the hood. Rapid heating/expanding of the hood is not good for the paint work and more so for Skyactiv engines that has higher compression resulting in higher temperature in engine bay. �

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My old Hyundai's hood paint work do seems to be duller when compared with the rest of the car body after 6-7 years. Not sure if its due to the frequent rapid thermal expansion. Guess I can only tell after 6-7 years later when I look at my Mazda3 from now if this is the case. ��

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I think it will be more apparent in cold country where the hood will receive higher thermal shock due to the bigger temperature difference once engine is started.�

Edited by Brainstorm, 10 February 2015 - 11:30 PM.

* Please note that the car that is shown here is different from Sg.

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Potential problem with istop and MZD Connect. The problem started in�last December morning�that my wife faced�resulting in�the car not able to start. Had to activate the road side assistance to jump start the car and drove to the dealer. Mechanic checked and could�not find the problem. Earlier this week, when wife start the car in the morning, she noticed that the master cautioned�sign light up [See attached image] The istop was flicking. So made appointment to bring the car in the next morning. In the evening, the istop totally stopped working. Next morning when she brought the car in for the mechanic to have a through check, they found that it is due to soft ware issue. They spend a couple hours updating to the latest version of�the software. Will monitor if the situation arises again. Just sharing.

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For those who are going to ask me what is the version. I can only tell you on Fri when I am there.

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Edited by Huge, 11 February 2015 - 12:21 PM.

bros, what kind of loan your take,from outside banks or Mazda in house loan?�

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Anybody took Mazda in house hire purchase loan?�

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Bro ST69, long time no see.

I can see from your avatar you have been very busy lately. hehehe

just wondering.

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anyone connected an external 2.5" portable HDD (only audio content) to the USB port and it reads it just fine?

Also, manual mentioned that it does not support USB3.0 thumbdrive.

So, if I insert a USB3.0 thumbdrive, it will revert to USB2.0 speed or it cannot be read.

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Please advise.

Edited by Variablefeedback, 13 February 2015 - 09:14 AM.

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Bro ST69, long time no see.

I can see from your avatar you have been very busy lately. hehehe

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[laugh] Well, done most of what I wanted to do. Let's see 6 mths later� [;)]

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Well, done most of what I wanted to do. Let's see 6 mths later�

2 more years you will be changing the stock airbox liao ... this one I cannot wait for your result ... hehehe

Hi Guys.. just to check with you.. my car will be 6 months in March but mileage is still <10K.. do you guys stick to 6-months/10K strictly or do you wait till you have clocked 10K?

2 more years you will be changing the stock airbox liao ... this one I cannot wait for your result ... hehehe

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Was looking at corksport but they only have for 2L & above. I think 1.5L market may not be that big.

Hi Guys.. just to check with you.. my car will be 6 months in March but mileage is still <10K.. do you guys stick to 6-months/10K strictly or do you wait till you have clocked 10K?

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Mine already 6 mths but only 7k+ km. Will follow Mz recommended svc by mileage.

Mine already 6 mths but only 7k+ km. Will follow Mz recommended svc by mileage.

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Will warranty be affected? As the recommendation is "6-months or 10K whichever comes first".

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Will warranty be affected? As the recommendation is "6-months or 10K whichever comes first".

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where did you see that? I have the recommended maintenance program schedule and its by mileage.

where did you see that? I have the recommended maintenance program schedule and its by mileage.

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Attached is the extract from user manual.. I've highlighted the top part.. which states this.

I have just called the service centre and the receptionist also informed me the schedule is "6 months or 10Kkm whichever comes first".

Attached Files

�Extract - Scheduled Maintenance.pdf ��53.37KB ��112 downloads

Hey bros.. anyone driving the deluxe model encountered before the center LCD screen black out when car engine is turned on? And it does not turn on after turning off and on the engine? What did you guys do to resolve it? Thanks

bros, what kind of loan your take,from outside banks or Mazda in house loan?�

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Anybody took Mazda in house hire purchase loan?�

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Took the in house loan with Hong Leong Finance because of the bundled discount and extended warranty and free servicing.

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Was very fortunate to get my COE on the first bid even though I am on non-guaranteed scheme.�Now eagerly waiting to collect my car but have to wait till shipment arrive as my colour choices are not in stock...� [:(]

Edited by 0pires7, 13 February 2015 - 11:20 PM.

Was looking at corksport but they only have for 2L & above. I think 1.5L market may not be that big.

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Mine already 6 mths but only 7k+ km. Will follow Mz recommended svc by mileage.
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Wife collected the car in end Sept last year, and and the mileage is even lesser than yours. She only drives to and from work and clocks less than 150km/week. Till now her mileage just hitting 3k. I guess for this instance, will follow the 6-monthly regime since it is under-utilized. This car is so fugal in fuel consumption that she only pump once every 3 week. (Guess the other reason being less start/stop helps a lot although her car cc is 2.5 litre).

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Anyway the OS version that updated was 30.00.300. I feel it is not as smooth as it used to be and i understand there are even later version. Will get the dealer to update it when i bring the car in again.�

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Edited by Huge, 13 February 2015 - 11:36 PM.

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Took the in house loan with Hong Leong Finance because of the bundled discount and extended warranty and free servicing.

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Was very fortunate to get my COE on the first bid even though I am on non-guaranteed scheme.�Now eagerly waiting to collect my car but have to wait till shipment arrive as my colour choices are not in stock...�

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thanks bro and congratulations!

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haha, good things worth to waiting [:)] ��

bros, what kind of loan your take,from outside banks or Mazda in house loan?�
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Anybody took Mazda in house hire purchase loan?�

You can check Citibank car loan that has very low interest rate. But its like a DIY plan that u need to follow up with Citibank on your own as they cut the middleman commission. Depending on your loan amount, do the math and compare interest saved vs the Mazda rebate, you may save $500-1K.

You can check Citibank car loan that has very low interest rate. But its like a DIY plan that u need to follow up with Citibank on your own as they cut the middleman commission. Depending on your loan amount, do the math and compare interest saved vs the Mazda rebate, you may save $500-1K.

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thanks for the info bro!

just wondering.
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anyone connected an external 2.5" portable HDD (only audio content) to the USB port and it reads it just fine?
Also, manual mentioned that it does not support USB3.0 thumbdrive.
So, if I insert a USB3.0 thumbdrive, it will revert to USB2.0 speed or it cannot be read.
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Please advise.

Thumb drive 3.0 is backward compatible. it will read at 2.0 speed. Portable HDD might be a problem if the head unit can only read FAT32 formats. You can just plug in the HDD and see whether it can read. You'll probably just get an error or nothing if it does not work, no need to worry that something will spoil,

Just to check for those travelling from MCE to ECP, does the Navigation system always end up switching to the KPE route at the Y-junction of ECP & KPE? The Y-junction on the map seems much nearer compared to the actual and plus the Navigation system also uses your car movement to estimate the car's movement in the tunnel, thus making the system thinks that you missed the left turn to ECP as you goes straight... �I wonder if the v.33 will solve this issue as one of the changes is to allow the Navigation system to have more priority on the initial planned route. Anyone?�

Collected my ride yesterday and overall ride is good though a better soundproofing will be good.

Collected my ride yesterday and overall ride is good though a better soundproofing will be good.

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What is ride model and colour ? I am still waiting for mine.

Just to check for those travelling from MCE to ECP, does the Navigation system always end up switching to the KPE route at the Y-junction of ECP & KPE? The Y-junction on the map seems much nearer compared to the actual and plus the Navigation system also uses your car movement to estimate the car's movement in the tunnel, thus making the system thinks that you missed the left turn to ECP as you goes straight... �I wonder if the v.33 will solve this issue as one of the changes is to allow the Navigation system to have more priority on the initial planned route. Anyone?�

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GPS is just a guidance system.

Many factors affect the on-board GPS system accuracy so just use it as so - a guidance system.�

This is not a military grade GPS system.

Thumb drive 3.0 is backward compatible. it will read at 2.0 speed. Portable HDD might be a problem if the head unit can only read FAT32 formats. You can just plug in the HDD and see whether it can read. You'll probably just get an error or nothing if it does not work, no need to worry that something will spoil,

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Just borrow a USB3 thumbdrive, will test later and update.

I notice Mazda's is place on a higher price lately , except M6 which is doing a clearance.

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last year May :

COE 60k M3 105k �-> head to head with Kia K3 at that time

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This year Feb :

COE 62k M3 123k�

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Looks like AD is earning much more�

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What is ride model and colour ? I am still waiting for mine.

Deluxe Titianium...

Deluxe Titianium...

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Same as mine but my AD said only available after CNY. Mine is HB. Yours Sedan or HB?

I notice Mazda's is place on a higher price lately , except M6 which is doing a clearance.

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last year May :

COE 60k M3 105k �-> head to head with Kia K3 at that time

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This year Feb :

COE 62k M3 123k�

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Looks like AD is earning much more�

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IMHO, it's a marketing strategy. For a new model, they probably wanted to create�a market presence�over profits at that time. Once�there is a steady flow of demand, they can adjust their price accordingly. That said, back then they probably didnt throw in extended warranty or�3 years servicing etc.

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Also, I think there is still room to nego down the listed price...��

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Same as mine but my AD said only available after CNY. Mine is HB. Yours Sedan or HB?

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Sedan. So did they maange to secure your COE or wait for the next bid?� But it is possible as I understood from my SA that they were overwhelmed to rush those�deliveries before CNY. �

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Still getting used to the low CG drive... [rolleyes]

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IMHO, it's a marketing strategy. For a new model, they probably wanted to create�a market presence�over profits at that time. Once�there is a steady flow of demand, they can adjust their price accordingly. That said, back then they probably didnt throw in extended warranty or�3 years servicing etc.

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Also, I think there is still room to nego down the listed price...��

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Sedan. So did they maange to secure your COE or wait for the next bid?� But it is possible as I understood from my SA that they were overwhelmed to rush those�deliveries before CNY. �

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Still getting used to the low CG drive...

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Yes COE secured during last bidding. They allow cars to be collected on a Sunday or you make special arrangement�?

Deluxe Titianium...

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Interior colour leh?

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I got COE from the 1st Feb bid but they told me no stock for the sedan deluxe titanium w/ off white interior... Said probably end of the month..

Edited by 0pires7, 16 February 2015 - 03:18 PM.

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Interior colour leh?

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I got COE from the 1st Feb bid but they told me no stock for the sedan deluxe titanium w/ off white interior... Said probably end of the month..

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Heard part of the delay is due to the new batch having to clear LTA for Coming Home Lights, a new feature added.

Hi,
Anyone upgraded their audio system ?
What did you do and whom did you go to ?
Added subwoofer ?
Thanks.

Hi,
Anyone upgraded their audio system ?
What did you do and whom did you go to ?
Added subwoofer ?
Thanks.

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Please read my thread.

Just borrow a USB3 thumbdrive, will test later and update.

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USB 3.0 FAT32 formatted works just fine.

USB2.0 NTFS formatted cannot read.

I reckon if there is a external HDD that is FAT32 formatted, it will read just fine as long as it is USB 2.0.

USB 3.0 might need more current which the port cannot support.

Anyone try before?

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Yes COE secured during last bidding. They allow cars to be collected on a Sunday or you make special arrangement�?

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Think so, I just asked if I can collect my car on Sunday...I guess it's up to individual SE then...

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Interior colour leh?

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I got COE from the 1st Feb bid but they told me no stock for the sedan deluxe titanium w/ off white interior... Said probably end of the month..

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Yeah mine is off-white for interior too...

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How does the i-stop and i-eloop work? I have benn driving for the past 3 days but didn't see i-stop light up. I went to the command to check, it seems the battery is not charging at all. Did I miss out anything?

One more question, does M3 come with auto-lock function? I read in the manual that the doors will auto-lock once the speed hit 20km/h and above but mine doesn't seem to work. Do I have to set anything to trigger it?

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Think so, I just asked if I can collect my car on Sunday...I guess it's up to individual SE then...

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Yeah mine is off-white for interior too...

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How does the i-stop and i-eloop work? I have benn driving for the past 3 days but didn't see i-stop light up. I went to the command to check, it seems the battery is not charging at all. Did I miss out anything?

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When you brake, it generates power which will be stored in the capacity. You will notice suddenly the cabin is silent when you stop and then when you release the brake the engine will start again or if the capacitor's power is fully drawn, the engine will start again.

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Sometimes if you brake too gently, there might not be enough charge or if your aircon is set to a very cold setting there might not be enough power in the capacitor to sustain so the engine won't cut off.

One more question, does M3 come with auto-lock function? I read in the manual that the doors will auto-lock once the speed hit 20km/h and above but mine doesn't seem to work. Do I have to set anything to trigger it?

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I think I read in earlier post from this thread that this function is not included in our local cars.

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So did you get your COE in Jan?

Edited by 0pires7, 17 February 2015 - 10:26 AM.

My aircon is set at 24C. The capacitor doesnt seem to be charging at all, after a long drive its still at 1 bar. Could it due to my travel pattern mostly highways (80%). �

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How long or times of brake it requires to charge up the capacitor?

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I got my COE in Feb.

My aircon is set at 24C. The capacitor doesnt seem to be charging at all, after a long drive its still at 1 bar. Could it due to my travel pattern mostly highways (80%). �

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How long or times of brake it requires to charge up the capacitor?

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I got my COE in Feb.

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after car fully stop, step harder on the break again to activate the i-stop, rpm will drop to 0.

change gear to N and apply hand break, u can release foot break to have a rest, car will remain in i-stop. ��

when moving off, depress the foot break lightly, engine will auto start again. ��

enjoy your drive��:) �

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after car fully stop, step harder on the break again to activate the i-stop, rpm will drop to 0.

change gear to N and apply hand break, u can release foot break to have a rest, car will remain in i-stop. ��

when moving off, depress the foot break lightly, engine will auto start again. ��

enjoy your drive��:) �

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Hi Maxzhang,

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So if I step on the brake at stationary with gear at D, i-stop will not kick in?

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Hi Maxzhang,

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So if I step on the brake at stationary with gear at D, i-stop will not kick in?

�with gear D step harder on the break i-stop will kick in as well

once Mz3 price�drop to less 100k, I might consider

lazy go to showroom, can any Mz3 owner�here advise how is the�rear seat leg room? looks new Mz3�bonnet�quite long, eat too much cabin space

My aircon is set at 24C. The capacitor doesnt seem to be charging at all, after a long drive its still at 1 bar. Could it due to my travel pattern mostly highways (80%). �

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How long or times of brake it requires to charge up the capacitor?

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I got my COE in Feb.

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The i-Eloop should be able to charge up the capacitor to full bars when you brake for about 7-8secs. But do note that the discharge is also quite fast, maybe in minutes..�

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Once you step on the brakes, you should see the i-Eloop charging up.. unless your speed is less than 15km/hr, which the i-Eloop will not kick in.�

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And yes, if you travel on highway, where you dont need to brake a lot, the i-Eloop will not charge up that fast.�

Edited by Brainstorm, 17 February 2015 - 04:56 PM.

�with gear D step harder on the break i-stop will kick in as well

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I checked my i-eloop but it doesnt seem to be charging...so far only 1 bar...

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I checked my i-eloop but it doesnt seem to be charging...so far only 1 bar...

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i-Stop and i-Eloop are two different features... i-Stop don't charge the capacitor, it only helps to save fuel by stopping the engine at traffic lights. Stepping on the brake when car is stopped will trigger i-Stop to temporary stop the engine.�

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i-Eloop charges the capacitor when you step on the brake when the car is moving. This trigger the brake regenerative system to convert kinetic energy to electricity... �i-Eloop will stop when car slow to speed below 15km/hr and does not charge anymore when car is stopped.�

Edited by Brainstorm, 17 February 2015 - 05:33 PM.

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i-Stop and i-Eloop are two different features... i-Stop don't charge the capacitor, it only helps to save fuel by stopping the engine at traffic lights. Stepping on the brake when car is stopped will trigger i-Stop to temporary stop the engine.�

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i-Eloop charges the capacitor when you step on the brake when the car is moving. This trigger the brake regenerative system to convert kinetic energy to electricity... �i-Eloop will stop when car slow to speed below 15km/hr and does not charge anymore when car is stopped.�

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Thanks for all the advices. I will monitor again...

For those that are keen, found the Hood Insulator on Japanparts.com�back on sale, but this is a 15 pieces deal. After adding shipping cost and dividing it by 15, each pcs cost around S$67. Those that are keen can find 14 other guys to share a group buy, its much cheaper compared to when I bought a single Insulator which cost about $100 with shipping cost. Just sharing (I've no dealing with Japanparts). Cheers.

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I've also installed the original hood insulator for my Mazda3. It is able to reduce engine's higher frequency noise.�

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I bought the parts separately from Japan, USA and SG. Below are the part numbers required:

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1) B45A-56681 - Hood Insulator,�S$78 (6,800 Yen) bought from Japanparts.com and the shipping to SG cost additional S$30. I can't find this part in SG and also I try to find it again today on Japanparts.com but think out of stock, can't find it any more. However, there is another online store in Europe is selling this at a higher price of S$110 (�65.93�w/o shipping).

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2)�TD1156694 - Plastic Fastener, S$1.50 each (need 10pcs) bought from Fong Yat Motor (Blk 685 Race Course Rd. #01-324). Just give the uncle the part number and he will find for you.

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3)�GHP9-569Z1A and�GHP9-56-9Z2B �- Left and right square rubber protector, US$1.50 each, bought at mazdapartsfactor.com when I was in Texas. Not such if Fong Yat Motor have these as they are the same parts as the new Mazda 6.�

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Just to add that the two black square rubber protector seems to be optional, I cant find what is the purpose of them as they doesnt touch the engine bay body after closing the hood... not sure what is the purpose of them... lucky they only cost me US$1.50 each... ha ha

Edited by Brainstorm, 17 February 2015 - 07:27 PM.

I drove my car really hard, and the whole cabin is filled with burning smell. The smell from where? Clutch?

I drove my car really hard, and the whole cabin is filled with burning smell. The smell from where? Clutch?

I do get it in my previous rides but only when I stepped out of the car.

I confirmed my i-eloop and i-stop are not working. Driving back from work and no matter how hard I stepped on my brake, i-stop was not activated. Went to command to check, there was 0% from the capacitor. Checked the i-eloop page, battery only at 1 bar since day 1.

Also any bro / sis experienced command reset during driving? I had it twice on the journey back, not sure if it's due to software or Bluetooth.

Looks like need to go back AD for a check

Just wanted to share some amazing thing happened to me. Did not have a good start this week. Had a tyre puncture on Saturday. However, we met amazing people here in Australia. The tyre was puncture at the side wall, which meant no hope of repairing. So saw a shop opened across the street and immediately made a U-turn. As it was close to 1pm, it was closing time for the mechanic. However, they were helpful to pump up the my tyre it could last me the drive to the nearest tyre shop. At the tyre shop, couldn't find the tyre size for the car as it is too "new". They were kind enough to help me put on the space saver. All these were done without charges. �

Come Monday, call all the available tyre shops that can be search and the only tyre available of similar size was from Goodyear F1. (The tyres that I had were Dunlop and because the car mileage was just 3000 km, the tyre was considered new, hence would make sense to just install 1 tyre rather than to change a pair). I had to call up the Business Manager of Mazda where I brought the car from and he asked to bring the car in to help me solve the problem. They managed to locate the tyre but needed to air-freight in the tyre, which would meant I had to be stuck with the space saver tyre for a couple of days. I asked if they could take a tyre off their existing new stock and change it over, and they could use the replace the tyre when it comes in and they oblige my request.�

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Today had to bring the car in for paint protection as my wife had accidentally scratch the rear quadrant and had it resprayed. So logically would have expected them to just touch up the rear quadrant. Instead they redo the entire car and the interior as well. The car is now as good as new�� .�

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Anyway just some picture i took showing the instruments, and car with the city night background and the ADD(HUD)

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Edited by Huge, 17 February 2015 - 10:22 PM.

I confirmed my i-eloop and i-stop are not working. Driving back from work and no matter how hard I stepped on my brake, i-stop was not activated. Went to command to check, there was 0% from the capacitor. Checked the i-eloop page, battery only at 1 bar since day 1.

Also any bro / sis experienced command reset during driving? I had it twice on the journey back, not sure if it's due to software or Bluetooth.

Looks like need to go back AD for a check

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I did have similar problem. Send it back to AD to have the battery replaced.

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The syndrome is similar where the ieloop is not working as the battery was not conditioned. ie battery not stable or full. My unit was actually a showroom unit so i suspected that the battery was always disconnected and was not charged. Everything else was working fine. When in the fuel saving app, you will see that the battery was never come on where the aircon and engine did. After they change the battery, it will need to drive for a day for the ieloop and istop to work. The car did somewhat feel more powerful with the ieloop working...maybe psycho...

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But the way to all potential mazda owners, please ask the AD to to give you a better quality number plates. The ones given to me was a piece of plastic with a poorly done up numbers where the numbers background are not homogeneous. Not sure if other bros out there have this issue..

Hi,
Anyone upgraded their audio system ?
What did you do and whom did you go to ?
Added subwoofer ?
Thanks.

Stock sound system is quite good.

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Good mid bass and highs..

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Mids a bit lacking unless you are a vocal man...

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I keep the bass and treble to just 1 notch above zero...and volume at 20 or 30..depending on the songs..

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Radio quality so so only..don't tune the bass and treble for the radio or it will sound like crap for the cd or usb...

For those that are keen, found the Hood Insulator on Japanparts.com�back on sale, but this is a 15 pieces deal. After adding shipping cost and dividing it by 15, each pcs cost around S$67. Those that are keen can find 14 other guys to share a group buy, its much cheaper compared to when I bought a single Insulator which cost about $100 with shipping cost. Just sharing (I've no dealing with Japanparts). Cheers.

Great!! Thanks for helping to look out... Let me put in my nme first...
1) ahxiu40
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Just to add that the two black square rubber protector seems to be optional, I cant find what is the purpose of them as they doesnt touch the engine bay body after closing the hood... not sure what is the purpose of them... lucky they only cost me US$1.50 each... ha ha

But the way to all potential mazda owners, please ask the AD to to give you a better quality number plates. The ones given to me was a piece of plastic with a poorly done up numbers where the numbers background are not homogeneous. Not sure if other bros out there have this issue..

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Ya, same here, its a piece of plastic and you can see the darker tape lines across the numbers' greylish white coluor... I ask for emboss type number plates initially, but was told that its not LTA approved type...� [:(]

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For those that are keen, found the Hood Insulator on Japanparts.com�back on sale, but this is a 15 pieces deal. After adding shipping cost and dividing it by 15, each pcs cost around S$67. Those that are keen can find 14 other guys to share a group buy, its much cheaper compared to when I bought a single Insulator which cost about $100 with shipping cost. Just sharing (I've no dealing with Japanparts). Cheers.

Great!! Thanks for helping to look out... Let me put in my nme first...
1) ahxiu40
2) Maz3
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Just to add that the two black square rubber protector seems to be optional, I cant find what is the purpose of them as they doesnt touch the engine bay body after closing the hood... not sure what is the purpose of them... lucky they only cost me US$1.50 each... ha ha

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I did have similar problem. Send it back to AD to have the battery replaced.

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The syndrome is similar where the ieloop is not working as the battery was not conditioned. ie battery not stable or full. My unit was actually a showroom unit so i suspected that the battery was always disconnected and was not charged. Everything else was working fine. When in the fuel saving app, you will see that the battery was never come on where the aircon and engine did. After they change the battery, it will need to drive for a day for the ieloop and istop to work. The car did somewhat feel more powerful with the ieloop working...maybe psycho...

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But the way to all potential mazda owners, please ask the AD to to give you a better quality number plates. The ones given to me was a piece of plastic with a poorly done up numbers where the numbers background are not homogeneous. Not sure if other bros out there have this issue..

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Thanks Rexus, it rings a bell then cos mine is also a showroom unit. [grin]

i notice the quality for my number plate is raelly lousy. mine is a off peak one tho. i accidentally kissed someones butt when i do not want my istop to kick in ie not stepping hard enough and my car kissed the car in front. my number plate bent. luckily the front do not have any scratches or dent.

i notice the quality for my number plate is raelly lousy. mine is a off peak one tho. i accidentally kissed someones butt when i do not want my istop to kick in ie not stepping hard enough and my car kissed the car in front. my number plate bent. luckily the front do not have any scratches or dent.

Huh? You mean when you were about to kiss someone ars, you still got time to consider the istop thing?... Normal driver would only consider can stop before hitting or not and nothing else.... Looks like all these gadgets created drivers with lacking in basic instincts... Hehehe

https://www.japanpar...ts/detail/46499

The hood insulator for those who are interested...

And yes, my car plate has the unsightly line across it too

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Australia Mz3 new users reported receiving there ride with v51.00.300... wonder when will we get this version updates. Its a big jump from the current v31 or v33...�

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forums.whirlpool.net.au

Edited by Brainstorm, 19 February 2015 - 01:14 AM.

Hi guys, I know that the free servicing will include the basic labour and parts (eg. engine oil, oil filter), but does anyone know if the free servicing will also provide air filter, cabin air filter, and spark plug free too? �

Hi guys, I know that the free servicing will include the basic labour and parts (eg. engine oil, oil filter), but does anyone know if the free servicing will also provide air filter, cabin air filter, and spark plug free too? �

Wait long long..

Wait long long..

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So Eurokars won't follow the Mazda planned service maintenance packages for the first 60K km? Every time we go for free servicing is just change oil and oil filter till 60K? The rest of the maintenance items need to pay?� [mad] Doesn't sounds right leh.... <_< ��

Edited by Brainstorm, 19 February 2015 - 05:43 PM.

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So Eurokars won't follow the Mazda planned service maintenance packages for the first 60K km? Every time we go for free servicing is just change oil and oil filter till 60K? The rest of the maintenance items need to pay?� Doesn't sounds right leh.... ��

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Should be whatever is covered in the maintenance schedule. My previous VW ride was like that. If Eurokars was worst then VCS, I am going to regret my purchase...

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Should be whatever is covered in the maintenance schedule. My previous VW ride was like that. If Eurokars was worst then VCS, I am going to regret my purchase...

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Agreed, that's what I thought. Just want to confirm. Thanks.� [laugh]

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