All New 2017 Mazda 3

**James007** · July 10th, 2018 03:54 PM

Originally Posted by buknoii

guys can you recommend any online stores for mazda 3?

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Mikstore online shop. Search on fb

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**Kimchijiji** · July 10th, 2018 09:36 PM

Where to go for vehicle checkup and how much does it usually cost?

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**StockEngine** · July 10th, 2018 09:56 PM

Originally Posted by Kimchijiji

Where to go for vehicle checkup and how much does it usually cost?

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ecu check or suspension issues?

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**jojopad** · July 11th, 2018 10:44 AM

Originally Posted by RedlineJunkie

Shoot! These M3's are effin noisy! Generating unwanted noises. Performance is superb but these noises are bugging me. Mine is on front driver side suspension. Have a limited time also to visit dealership.

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I've been posting about these annoying noises (the brake pedal is my pet peeve) since my 1st month of ownership. I wasn't expecting these for a brand new car like the M3. I drive a 15 year old Honda Accord and it's much more quiet as far as the suspension noise is concerned (and no brake pedal noise too)! Yeah the M3 drives great, I like the man-machine connection but those tok (and brake pedal) noise can be really disappointing.

**jojopad** · July 11th, 2018 12:09 PM

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**travajante** · July 11th, 2018 12:28 PM

Connectedness & plush are 2 ends unlikely to ever meet. The latter will definitely be better at numbing the sensation & keeping those noises off.
It's all relative. I came from a rattly go-kartesque daily driver w/ stiff stock suspension...the backroad twisties were its natural habitat. Connectedness was exhilerating...at the expense of silence & comfort.
Upon passing those daily chores to our 1st Mazda, a hobo 1.5 Sky, I found the balance I never thought one can get....great drive, a suspension firm but comfy, efficient & economical. Noises? It doesn't pretend to be a Camry nor an Accord. Again, it's relative. Where I came from, this is silence.[emoji4]

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**jojopad** · July 11th, 2018 09:41 PM

Originally Posted by travajante

Connectedness & plush are 2 ends unlikely to ever meet. The latter will definitely be better at numbing the sensation & keeping those noises off.
It's all relative. I came from a rattly go-kartesque daily driver w/ stiff stock suspension...the backroad twisties were its natural habitat. Connectedness was exhilerating...at the expense of silence & comfort.
Upon passing those daily chores to our 1st Mazda, a hobo 1.5 Sky, I found the balance I never thought one can get....great drive, a suspension firm but comfy, efficient & economical. Noises? It doesn't pretend to be a Camry nor an Accord. Again, it's relative. Where I came from, this is silence.[emoji4]

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Very well said sir! Despite those little noises from my M3, it's still a joy to drive this machine. Perhaps upgrading the sound system for better sound quality after the M3's 3 year warranty will probably lessen my disappointment with those noises (including the brake pedal).

**jojopad** · July 11th, 2018 09:43 PM

Originally Posted by A121

Guy is old school and has been left by the times.

Better to watch ChrisFix as he can explain things better.

ChrisFix, the best youtube channel for DIY car maintenance! Here's one example:

I remember someone asked in this forum what's the best way to clean the engine bay. Here's a good vid from ChrisFix

**travajante** · July 11th, 2018 10:17 PM

Originally Posted by jojopad

Very well said sir! Despite those little noises from my M3, it's still a joy to drive this machine. Perhaps upgrading the sound system for better sound quality after the M3's 3 year warranty will probably lessen my disappointment with those noises (including the brake pedal).

Haha...true...or a bolt-on performance axleback?[emoji4]

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**jojopad** · July 11th, 2018 10:19 PM

Originally Posted by travajante

Check your belt condition 1st. If it shows premature wear, some pulley is the culprit. The worst thing that could happen is losing the belt. You'll have to pullover as you won't get the alternator to work. If it's some random bearing sound or a leaky tensioner, you'll be fine. Try not turning the AC on & listen. If it gives you silence, then there's your suspect.

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ChrisFix's guide on inspecting squeaky noises in the engine: