All New 2017 Mazda 3

[travajante]

seems like a known issue for the gen1 skyactiv platform.

reliability went up from 2018..

Suspension & steering PNs have remained the same from pre to Facelift. The frame weld gaps that caused clicking in early '14s were indeed corrected. Spring protectors added on the '16 up, too.
Techd, a known lucky & blessed guy.[emoji120] ...The noise may just have come from 1 of of the multiple parts replaced free.[emoji4]

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[dongotskills]

Just had alignment checked on the 5yr old 3 at the shop for those w/ OCD.[emoji4]
Installed SPC front camber bolts to allow some tweaking

Precision aligned

Test strip beside the shop

BlackMouth hasn't aged.[emoji4]

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Sir, are you using coilovers or just lowering springs? What brand as well? Thanks. Planning to lower my 3.

[travajante]

Sir, are you using coilovers or just lowering springs? What brand as well? Thanks. Planning to lower my 3.

It's on mild drop Eibach springs & Koni struts. Rides & drives way better than stock.

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[b0r3l]

update on my post regarding the rattling in the front left side on my 2017 1.5HB

dealership replaced transmission mount and steering assembly for free and rattling is gone.
it took 2 days finish everything

What are the symptoms or experience of bad transmission mount and steering assembly? which casa po? Thanks

[travajante]

What are the symptoms or experience of bad transmission mount and steering assembly? which casa po? Thanks

Noises & vibrations.
Bad tranny mounts can cause engine vibrations at various rev ranges & clunk under load.
A faulty rack will have noises & steering play on bumps, rough patches. Often, it can have similar symptoms as bad end links, bushes, rod ends, strut mounts & ball joints. It's not a known common fault on 3s, but lemons do get mixed in bushels of oranges sometimes.[emoji4]

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[b0r3l]

Noises & vibrations.

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Im experiencing rattling sound when accelerating from stop.

[travajante]

Im experiencing rattling sound when accelerating from stop.

Have your belt tensioner checked. The damper might be leaking. Minor issue. Part is sub$100 online

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[b0r3l]

Have your belt tensioner checked. The damper might be leaking. Minor issue. Part is sub$100 online

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Nope. my belt tensioner looks fine. No oil leaks

[jojopad]

Im experiencing rattling sound when accelerating from stop.

Is there rattling sound even when revving the engine at standstill? Or it only happens when accelerating?

[travajante]

Nope. my belt tensioner looks fine. No oil leaks

Have you checked your CV joint boots? No tears?

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[jojopad]

Here's a good guide to the ultimate Wheel/Tire Combo for the BM/BN:
Meaty, Beefy, Comfy, Grippy

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 (245/45/17): 11.05kg

Rota Titan 17x8 et42 Hyperblack: 7.85kg

....And LIGHT!!!! Wheel+Tire: 18.9kg


Best of all....the setup doesn't set you back much!!!!
Photos courtesy of OVTph.

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I found myself looking back again with these nice set of wheels for references on rim size options that will provide a more comfortable ride and peace of mind when driving on pothole infested roads. My plan is to have my stock R18 rims replaced with something that is more suited for bad road conditions.

Sir Travs, judging from the looks of the tire side walls from the pics, it seems that these are size 50 or 55 and not 45. What do you think?

What if I go for the R16 rim size and with 205/55 set of tires? Is this the same OEM size for the M3 1.5L variant?

[travajante]

Sir Travs, judging from the looks of the tire side walls from the pics, it seems that these are size 50 or 55 and not 45. What do you think?

Those are 245/45/17s, jojo sir. They give 13.5mm higher sidewall than your stock 215/45/18s while pretty much retaining stock outer tire diameter.
Going 245/50/16 will yield you 25.75mm more sidewall than stock.
Comfort isn't all by the sidewall alone. Different tire brands & models vary in sidewall stiffness. Wheel/Tire combo weight affects suspension & steering dynamics, too. The lighter, the more forgiving.
The 3's fitment options have long been toyed with. Have no doubts...no guinea-ing needed now.[emoji4]
Please share us your desires, sir.....Your call, of course, to either include or spare us the kinky ones.[emoji16]

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[jojopad]

My primary option for the tire is Michelin Pilot Sport 4, most likely just the R16 size, then shop around for a Rota rim. The R16 size for this tire brand model is limited to 205/50 and 205/55 only.

The R17 like those from the pics you shared appeals to me more but I'm concerned with those thin side walls. Pot holes are so unforgiving here around Metro Manila especially when traveling south to Bicol. I think the R16 will give be a safer choice. What do you think sir?

[travajante]

My primary option for the tire is Michelin Pilot Sport 4, most likely just the R16 size, then shop around for a Rota rim. The R16 size for this tire brand model is limited to 205/50 and 205/55 only.

The R17 like those from the pics you shared appeals to me more but I'm concerned with those thin side walls. Pot holes are so unforgiving here around Metro Manila especially when traveling south to Bicol. I think the R16 will give be a safer choice. What do you think sir?

As I've shared you, those 17s(110.25mm sidewall) pic'd have 13.5mm taller sidewall than the 18s(96.75mm) you have.
205/55/16 is 19mm smaller in outer diameter vs. stock 18s. Negligible, but you'll be 9.5mm closer to the ground & speedo may run a bit off.

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[techd]

What are the symptoms or experience of bad transmission mount and steering assembly? which casa po? Thanks

i just replicated the sound during our testdrive. and they came up with the solution.

at first,the rattling happens when i accelerate hard uphill..very hard to replicate. waited couple of months and the sound became more noticeable even without inclination..thats when i decided to bring it in again.

[techd]

How old is your M3? Such issue is something I would expect for a car that's more than 5 years old. Our 1st gen M3 only got some suspension issues after 10 years (and the roads here at Quezon City Novaliches area really bad!)

I'm hoping these Skyactive M3s are more durable than the earlier models...

2 years this month sir.

[StockEngine]

in australia new gen totl is priced so close to a camy hybrid. vfacts will reveal sales numbers in july and succeeding months.

[b0r3l]

Is there rattling sound even when revving the engine at standstill? Or it only happens when accelerating?

No Rattling on stand still. Already brought to Casa for checking before my Yojin expires.

Also installed new shoes.

where is chase bank near me

[jojopad]

Pics for the new shoes please [emoji6]

[jojopad]

No Rattling on stand still. Already brought to Casa for checking before my Yojin expires.

Also installed new shoes.

Nice! Are those Rota Grid R17?