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Mazda3 (Axela) Sport 20S-SKYACTIV

The Mazda Axela, known as the Mazda3 in other markets, also made an appearance in Tokyo in January, sporting unique aero parts and custom BBS wheels.  Parts that have been modified on the Axela Sport 20S-SKYACTIV include the front air … Continue reading

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Custom HVAC knob installation

Here is a quick video of a quick and easy mod that swaps put your factory HVAC knobs with solidly built aluminum round knobs that gives a high-end Aud-esque feel to your car. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend … Continue reading

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The Mazda 3 rust saga continues

I have written in previous posts about having your rust repaired under Mazda Canada extended rust coverage. Including what is covered and what is not covered by their coverage (just click on the category “corrosion warranty” for a list of … Continue reading

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Where to find rust on your Mazda3 that may be covered by warranty.

1. Rear Fenders One of the first areas to check is where the end of the rear bumper meets the rear quarter panel at the rear wheel opening.  Its at this point where rust begins to form as bubbling paint. … Continue reading

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PART 2: Mazda Canada Quietly Pulls Back on Warranty Coverage

A couple of weeks ago I wrote about how Mazda Canada was quietly reducing the dollar amount it would pay for repairing corrosion on vehicles at qualified for their Corrosion Warranty Protection which was extended from 5 years unlimited kilometers … Continue reading

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PART 1: Mazda Canada Quietly Pulls Back on Rusted Mazda3 claims

The rust problem with the first generation Mazda 3 produced from model year 2004 – 2009, that has been widely written about in forums and blogs across the internet has taken an underhanded turn. Mazda Canada had extended their 5 … Continue reading

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