2014 Mazda 3

[jojopad]

Thanks I will. I just have to get a cheapo android phone to run android auto. I don’t think you have to worry about it affecting the navi/sd card. The android auto is under the applications folder, & won’t replace the infotainment os. You can press the navi map button anytime. Besides, sir Travs is right, it’s nice to have the navi map, but I don’t use it that much as I find waze (from my phone) more useful.

For those risk averse folks like me who prefer to wait for the official android auto support in MZD Connect, I use the M3's map in combination with waze. I just turn on Waze's alert and navigation sound and place the phone at the bottom center of the dashboard, then I just look up to the M3 map view for guidance with Waze's voice navigation. It works for me, no need to stick a phone mount to the dashboard. Keeps the dashboard free from clutter and distraction [emoji6]

[travajante]

For those risk averse folks like me who prefer to wait for the official android auto support in MZD Connect, I use the M3's map in combination with waze. I just turn on Waze's alert and navigation sound and place the phone at the bottom center of the dashboard, then I just look up to the M3 map view for guidance with Waze's voice navigation. It works for me, no need to stick a phone mount to the dashboard. Keeps the dashboard free from clutter and distraction [emoji6]

Good combo!!![emoji106]

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[Nelson de Leon]

Thanks I will. I just have to get a cheapo android phone to run android auto. I don’t think you have to worry about it affecting the navi/sd card. The android auto is under the applications folder, & won’t replace the infotainment os. You can press the navi map button anytime. Besides, sir Travs is right, it’s nice to have the navi map, but I don’t use it that much as I find waze (from my phone) more useful.

Sir how do you control the Waze and other AA apps? Do you use the touchscreen or the commander knob?

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[mjoel24]

OEM can be had from the dealership.
KYB has for 2014up Sky3. PN:343412

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Great! Thanks for the info. I'll check with KYB ph if they have stock!

[travajante]

Great! Thanks for the info. I'll check with KYB ph if they have stock!

AnytiM3, sir. They have.

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[Archerfish]

For those risk averse folks like me who prefer to wait for the official android auto support in MZD Connect, I use the M3's map in combination with waze. I just turn on Waze's alert and navigation sound and place the phone at the bottom center of the dashboard, then I just look up to the M3 map view for guidance with Waze's voice navigation. It works for me, no need to stick a phone mount to the dashboard. Keeps the dashboard free from clutter and distraction [emoji6]

I did the same for the past weeks that I've been using Waze (I think the interior of Mazda 3 is the same with Mazda 6). I can't fit my old CD slot phone holder, it somehow obstructs with the position of air-conditioning controls, and of course I don't like the way it looks (clutter). Sometimes I miss a turn or two, but it's just me. I'm the only driver who doesn't have a good sense of direction.

[bugsmobile]

Sir how do you control the Waze and other AA apps? Do you use the touchscreen or the commander knob?

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Honestly haven't tinkered with the AA yet, because I still have to get me an android phone hehe. Was only able to use the touch screen when I borrowed an android phone to test it out. Sorry didn't try it with commander knob.

[vinrem]

Hi, I need your advise regarding the oil that will be used for our Mazda 3, as some of you know that I'm living in China and we have 4 seasons, our coldest temperature during winter is around -2 degrees, and when in summer our temperature goes up to around 43 degrees celsius, I'm asking bcoz I'm planning to have my next PMS outside the CASA and they recommend using 5W-40 or 05-40 but in our manual it states 5W-30 or 05-30, what's your advise gurus?

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[travajante]

Hi, I need your advise regarding the oil that will be used for our Mazda 3, as some of you know that I'm living in China and we have 4 seasons, our coldest temperature during winter is around -2 degrees, and when in summer our temperature goes up to around 43 degrees celsius, I'm asking bcoz I'm planning to have my next PMS outside the CASA and they recommend using 5W-40 or 05-40 but in our manual it states 5W-30 or 05-30, what's your advise gurus?

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Skyactiv & MZR engines for temperate countries use Fully Synthetic 0w-20.

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[StockEngine]

use 5w30

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[vinrem]

Skyactiv & MZR engines for temperate countries use Fully Synthetic 0w-20.

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use 5w30

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Thanks sir.

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[bugsmobile]

Nice! How long did it take? Did you try Bluetooth calls while on Waze? And what are some issues, if any, after installing?

My setup is I have an android phone just for android auto. My main phone is still an iphone, & is connected to the infotainment via bluetooth. I noticed while using android auto, I can make outgoing calls using bluetooth. However, when I would have incoming calls, I can't hear the caller, but he/she can hear me. Not sure if it would have the same issue if you only have an android phone as your phone.

Sir how do you control the Waze and other AA apps? Do you use the touchscreen or the commander knob?

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You can control it either way.

[travajante]

Last set of the best M3 springs for Ph roads left. Ideal spring rates, subtle drop.. ...Please PM if interested...Thanks!

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[Kimchijiji]

Whats the mileage of your mazda after a year?


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[RedlineJunkie]

Whats the mileage of your mazda after a year?


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18k km

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[sparcom2]

Last set of the best M3 springs for Ph roads left. Ideal spring rates, subtle drop.. ...Please PM if interested...Thanks!

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Are those CX5 rims?

[travajante]

Are those CX5 rims?

Nope, those are OE Mazda Performance wheels, sir.

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[sparcom2]

Nope, those are OE Mazda Performance wheels, sir.

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Lightweight wheels?

[travajante]

Lightweight wheels?

Yes, sir.[emoji4]

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[E@tpc]

Nope, those are OE Mazda Performance wheels, sir.

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Really??? I don't recall us developing that? The ones I know are magnesium alloy and the other one is carbon fiber.