2014 Mazda 3

[yapoy86]

2 months ko hindi ginamit yung auto ko and kanina while driving parang nahihinaan na ako sa Audio at volume 18. Hindi ko lam kung nanibago lang ako dahil ngayon ko lang ulit ginamit but when i checked the audio settings , Bass and Trebles is at 0. Ano ba ang mga recommended settings nyo mga sir?

Adjust them to max setting and adjust to what suit your ears.. i like the bass at 5 and treble at 6.. also check the ALC setting.. its the automatic sound level adjustment depending on cabin noise.. maybe you need to turn that off

[travajante]

I think mazda should redesign the tensioner to spring type..

Or back to manual adjust. Did this to another make w/ a very weak spring+damper tensioner. 1 less item to worry about.[emoji4]
Here's why dampers are added to automatic spring tensioners for long serpentine belts....
Why A Damper is Needed on a Spring Tensioner on a Serpentine Belt (supercharger) - YouTube

[JohnM]

Set this off inside the cabin this morning. It now smells like powdery disinfectant. We'll see if the wife agrees with it when she does the shuttle route tomorrow. She does have a handy can of Lysol in one of rhe cupholders so I think it will be fine.

Sent from my SM-A605G using Tapatalk

[travajante]

Set this off inside the cabin this morning. It now smells like powdery disinfectant. We'll see if the wife agrees with it when she does the shuttle route tomorrow. She does have a handy can of Lysol in one of rhe cupholders so I think it will be fine.

Sent from my SM-A605G using Tapatalk

So, are you happy w/ the scent, br. John?[emoji4]

Sent from my SM-G970F using Tapatalk

[yapoy86]

Or back to manual adjust. Did this to another make w/ a very weak spring+damper tensioner. 1 less item to worry about.[emoji4]
Here's why dampers are added to automatic spring tensioners for long serpentine belts....
Why A Damper is Needed on a Spring Tensioner on a Serpentine Belt (supercharger) - YouTube

The position of the tensioner is bad.. on the long side of the belt will really cause vibration thus a need for damper.. but for the engine with tight turns on the belt path a spring loaded tensioner will be good..

[JohnM]

So, are you happy w/ the scent, br. John?[emoji4]

Sent from my SM-G970F using Tapatalk

Well it smells clean and disinfected so I'm all right with it. I just hope it doesn't turn sour when parked under the sun tomorrow.

Sent from my SM-A605G using Tapatalk

[yapoy86]

Set this off inside the cabin this morning. It now smells like powdery disinfectant. We'll see if the wife agrees with it when she does the shuttle route tomorrow. She does have a handy can of Lysol in one of rhe cupholders so I think it will be fine.

Sent from my SM-A605G using Tapatalk

Why did you use that sir? Having foul odor on cabin?

[travajante]

The position of the tensioner is bad.. on the long side of the belt will really cause vibration thus a need for damper.. but for the engine with tight turns on the belt path a spring loaded tensioner will be good..

Mazda could've opted for both belts to be StretchFit instead of just the AC drive & free the Skyactivs of that tensioner assembly. Instead, they not only opted for a spring tensioner, but 1 w/ a damper to further bring down drive vibrations....something very common in premiums, even Toyotas.
Spring tensioners, like the dampered ones, are wear items, too. Both will loose tension over time. The former just won't show....won't leak. Personally, I wished they went Stretch belts...save them & us 1 part's cost & maintenance....like Subaru & Ford.

[JohnM]

Why did you use that sir? Having foul odor on cabin?

My wife picks up and drops off some of her staff. It's additional peace of mind for her.

Sent from my SM-A605G using Tapatalk

[nomad]

I was able to have my hands on a 14mm deep socket and pull out the sparkplugs to check. Still good after over 4 years though low mileage.

I was expecting an NGK but it's Denso for Mazda: ZC20HPR11 PE5S-18-110 - one pic beside a 16mm NGK BKR5E-11 I use for the other car.

Sent from my Mi MIX 2S using Tapatalk

[yapoy86]

I was able to have my hands on a 14mm deep socket and pull out the sparkplugs to check. Still good after over 4 years though low mileage.

I was expecting an NGK but it's Denso for Mazda: ZC20HPR11 PE5S-18-110 - one pic beside a 16mm NGK BKR5E-11 I use for the other car.

Sent from my Mi MIX 2S using Tapatalk

my 14mm deep socket magnetic sparkplug tool just arrived. will check mine for sparkplug condition after 4 years and running 10.8k kms.

btw, while reading about oils, i remember that hyundai also offers GDI engines which they recommend API SN plus..

in my kia, i use hyundai xteer oil 5W30 API SN plus / ILSAC GF-5 which is the same specifications indicated in our manual for the skyactiv engine. what are your thoughts about this?

also was able to buy a fleetmax air filter.. quality is Very good based on physical inspection.

[babkalakal]

I was able to have my hands on a 14mm deep socket and pull out the sparkplugs to check. Still good after over 4 years though low mileage.

I was expecting an NGK but it's Denso for Mazda: ZC20HPR11 PE5S-18-110 - one pic beside a 16mm NGK BKR5E-11 I use for the other car.

Sent from my Mi MIX 2S using Tapatalk

looks good. ilang kms. yan?

[tensazangetsu]

my 14mm deep socket magnetic sparkplug tool just arrived. will check mine for sparkplug condition after 4 years and running 10.8k kms.

btw, while reading about oils, i remember that hyundai also offers GDI engines which they recommend API SN plus..

in my kia, i use hyundai xteer oil 5W30 API SN plus / ILSAC GF-5 which is the same specifications indicated in our manual for the skyactiv engine. what are your thoughts about this?

also was able to buy a fleetmax air filter.. quality is Very good based on physical inspection.

For me since indicated sa manual na API SM/SN certified pwede we should be ok on using it without issues sa skyactiv natin. Though other oil with dexos or ACEA a5/b5 specs might provide better protection and fuel economy.


Sent from my SM-G980F using Tsikot Forums mobile app

[nomad]

my 14mm deep socket magnetic sparkplug tool just arrived. will check mine for sparkplug condition after 4 years and running 10.8k kms.

btw, while reading about oils, i remember that hyundai also offers GDI engines which they recommend API SN plus..

in my kia, i use hyundai xteer oil 5W30 API SN plus / ILSAC GF-5 which is the same specifications indicated in our manual for the skyactiv engine. what are your thoughts about this?

also was able to buy a fleetmax air filter.. quality is Very good based on physical inspection.

in my kia, i use hyundai xteer oil 5W30 API SN plus / ILSAC GF-5 which is the same specifications indicated in our manual for the skyactiv engine. what are your thoughts about this?

I was originally planning to have my oil change last March before ECQ as part of PMS using Motorcraft 5w30 but opted to stick with the casa's oil. I took a pic of the oil drum for reference to match with an oil replacement for next oil change or get the same oil from non-casa source though the casa boys says it is not available in local Shell stations, haven't checked yet though if that is BS.

Sent from my Mi MIX 2S using Tapatalk

[nomad]

looks good. ilang kms. yan?

yup still looks good, but low mileage ito - just over 19k kms in 4.5 years.

Sent from my Mi MIX 2S using Tapatalk

[tensazangetsu]

I was originally planning to have my oil change last March before ECQ as part of PMS using Motorcraft 5w30 but opted to stick with the casa's oil. I took a pic of the oil drum for reference to match with an oil replacement for next oil change or get the same oil from non-casa source though the casa boys says it is not available in local Shell stations, haven't checked yet though if that is BS.

Sent from my Mi MIX 2S using Tapatalk

Yep that is correct. Shell Helix Ultra Professional AF 5w-30 ACEA A5/B5 gamit ng casa.

Our suking shell station does not carry the Shell Helix Professional since that is specifically made for Ford and Mazda I think hence only casa has that.

Alternatively, you can get the Shell Helix Protect 0w-30 fully synthetic sa Shell Lazada or Shopee though that is API SN Plus ACEA A3/B4 specs not A5/B5.



Sent from my SM-G980F using Tsikot Forums mobile app

[nomad]

Yep that is correct. Shell Helix Ultra Professional AF 5w-30 ACEA A5/B5 gamit ng casa.

Our suking shell station does not carry the Shell Helix Professional since that is specifically made for Ford and Mazda I think hence only casa has that.

Alternatively, you can get the Shell Helix Protect 0w-30 fully synthetic sa Shell Lazada or Shopee though that is API SN Plus ACEA A3/B4 specs not A5/B5.



Sent from my SM-G980F using Tsikot Forums mobile app

Thanks, info appreciated. I'd still try to find an A5/B5 replacement.

BTW, was able to go to Banaue today to visit a few shops I trust for my supplies for all my old and newer Mazdas. :-)

They looked at me strangely when asked about the supposed fake Mercon V and Motorcraft 5w30 fully synth oil...they showed me the old and new packaging of both, all of them original and same price range of 380-400 and not 650.

Othet items I checked: FZ ATF fluid is priced at 650-800 per bottle, Denso sparkplugs 1,000-1,200 per piece, PE01 engine oil.filter 450 per piece. Hope this helps anyone hunting for supplies outside of casa.

...and may operation kanina, dami na ticketan while parked side street. good thing i was able to get a parking slot in one of the stores. So ingat.

Sent from my Mi MIX 2S using Tapatalk

[yapoy86]

Thanks, info appreciated. I'd still try to find an A5/B5 replacement.

BTW, was able to go to Banaue today to visit a few shops I trust for my supplies for all my old and newer Mazdas. :-)

They looked at me strangely when asked about the supposed fake Mercon V and Motorcraft 5w30 fully synth oil...they showed me the old and new packaging of both, all of them original and same price range of 380-400 and not 650.

Othet items I checked: FZ ATF fluid is priced at 650-800 per bottle, Denso sparkplugs 1,000-1,200 per piece, PE01 engine oil.filter 450 per piece. Hope this helps anyone hunting for supplies outside of casa.

...and may operation kanina, dami na ticketan while parked side street. good thing i was able to get a parking slot in one of the stores. So ingat.

Sent from my Mi MIX 2S using Tapatalk

Zic X9 5w30 D1 dexos. Just 500 per liter online

FRDMaz is cheaper with oil filter at 350 each..

[tensazangetsu]

Thanks, info appreciated. I'd still try to find an A5/B5 replacement.

BTW, was able to go to Banaue today to visit a few shops I trust for my supplies for all my old and newer Mazdas. :-)

They looked at me strangely when asked about the supposed fake Mercon V and Motorcraft 5w30 fully synth oil...they showed me the old and new packaging of both, all of them original and same price range of 380-400 and not 650.

Othet items I checked: FZ ATF fluid is priced at 650-800 per bottle, Denso sparkplugs 1,000-1,200 per piece, PE01 engine oil.filter 450 per piece. Hope this helps anyone hunting for supplies outside of casa.

...and may operation kanina, dami na ticketan while parked side street. good thing i was able to get a parking slot in one of the stores. So ingat.

Sent from my Mi MIX 2S using Tapatalk

Thanks sa info sir. Anong name nun shop sir para next time magcheck din ako dun hehehe. Got my PE01 oil filter at 450php as well last year sa Mazford 2.

For A5/B5 replacement, Amsoil OE(425php per quartz) and Signature Series(670php per quartz) are A5/B5 specs. You can check sa Lazada sa OilShack. They are the Amsoil distributor here in the Philippines under United Bearings.

I used Amsoil OE last year and they are good naman though their Signature Series will provide better protection and longer drain interval. Cheers!

Sent from my SM-G980F using Tsikot Forums mobile app

[yapoy86]

Nice to have cheaper alternatives.. that denso sparkplug is cheaper.. got the orig mazda ngk at 5.3k set of 4