All New 2017 Mazda 3

[bugsmobile]

Planning to buy the 2.0 variant.
Is it true that the because of iStop, battery life is only upto 1.5 to 2 years? Also, battery cost for M3 is around 15k?
Do you guys enable iStop even during traffic? I was thinking of disabling iStop na lng to prolong the battery life. Any other tips how to prolong the battery life? Thanks in advance.

I think some disable the istop. Yup battery in the casa is around P15k. There are some that use Amaron, around P5k lang I think, & so far ok naman daw.

[travajante]

Planning to buy the 2.0 variant.
Is it true that the because of iStop, battery life is only upto 1.5 to 2 years? Also, battery cost for M3 is around 15k?
Do you guys enable iStop even during traffic? I was thinking of disabling iStop na lng to prolong the battery life. Any other tips how to prolong the battery life? Thanks in advance.

There's a new Start/Stop EFBattery out from Johnson Controls that's spec'd higher, priced lower, & w/ longer warranty than the Motolite EFB. Those interested may wanna check stocks OVTph +63 927 155 8085. Amaron is just a regular flooded batt. Monitored feedback on experiments w/ reg batt, iStop off & they weren't good long term. Batt gets bloated & some go beyond bloating. Batt solution is corrosive.
To keep your EFB or AGM healthy longer, get a CTEK Start/Stop trickle charger. It comes w/ batt terminals & connector for easy plugging everytime car is garaged. No fears of overcharging. You can keep it plugged while you're on trips & not worry about coming home to a car that won't start.

[dr_pido]

Hi sir, did you request to change the color of the side mirrors? is there any additional fee? I'm still newbie sorry for that question haha

The top of the line Mazda 3's come with different colored aero kit (chin, skirts) and side mirrors. the lower trims get body colored side mirrors and no aero kit.

[mjmaxx]

There's a new Start/Stop EFBattery out from Johnson Controls that's spec'd higher, priced lower, & w/ longer warranty than the Motolite EFB. Those interested may wanna check stocks OVTph +63 927 155 8085. Amaron is just a regular flooded batt. Monitored feedback on experiments w/ reg batt, iStop off & they weren't good long term. Batt gets bloated & some go beyond bloating. Batt solution is corrosive.
To keep your EFB or AGM healthy longer, get a CTEK Start/Stop trickle charger. It comes w/ batt terminals & connector for easy plugging everytime car is garaged. No fears of overcharging. You can keep it plugged while you're on trips & not worry about coming home to a car that won't start.

Thank you sirs... appreciate your feedback

[vclnrj]

Yung may bayad para makuha mo yung full version. Yung free demo lang.

ah okay. any issues encountered so far? thanks

[dr_pido]

There's a new Start/Stop EFBattery out from Johnson Controls that's spec'd higher, priced lower, & w/ longer warranty than the Motolite EFB. Those interested may wanna check stocks OVTph +63 927 155 8085. Amaron is just a regular flooded batt. Monitored feedback on experiments w/ reg batt, iStop off & they weren't good long term. Batt gets bloated & some go beyond bloating. Batt solution is corrosive.
To keep your EFB or AGM healthy longer, get a CTEK Start/Stop trickle charger. It comes w/ batt terminals & connector for easy plugging everytime car is garaged. No fears of overcharging. You can keep it plugged while you're on trips & not worry about coming home to a car that won't start.

How often should we charge? Once a month? TIA

[travajante]

How often should we charge? Once a month? TIA

Keep it plugged everytime there's a power outlet available. It's like baby shampoo....safe for daily use, doc.

[dr_pido]

I really thought I was that meticulous. Never bothered to check the lug nuts when I got my Scarlet snow. Almost lost a tire early this morning due to loose nuts... (is this an error in my part or does the dealership's safety checks prior to releasing their vehicle becoming a bit lax...)

[travajante]

I really thought I was that meticulous. Never bothered to check the lug nuts when I got my Scarlet snow. Almost lost a tire early this morning due to loose nuts... (is this an error in my part or does the dealership's safety checks prior to releasing their vehicle becoming a bit lax...)

Always double check torque on em nuts everytime wheels have been removed post balancing, puncture fixes, rotations, suspension/brake work, PMS.
Hope you didn't strip lugs, doc.

[techd]

who here has tried OVT? how much power was added and how about the FC? im planning to get a 1.5 btw

[travajante]

who here has tried OVT? how much power was added and how about the FC? im planning to get a 1.5 btw

PM'd you, sir. Best bang4buck stealth mod out there. Call OVTph +63 927 155 8085 for more details.

[elanmtb]

Sabi ba naman ng isang Service Associate ng isang delaership dito sa Metro Manila naka CVT daw M3. Sigh.... SMH


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[travajante]

Sabi ba naman ng isang Service Associate ng isang delaership dito sa Metro Manila naka CVT daw M3. Sigh.... SMH


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Hahaha...he knows nothing???? None in the current Mazda lineup has those ticking time bombs...

[techd]

PM replied sir. Why do you say ticking time bomb sir?

PM'd you, sir. Best bang4buck stealth mod out there. Call OVTph +63 927 155 8085 for more details.

[Andro14]

Hi to all M3 owners, By tom. Or wed. Makuha ko na M3 ko, any "to do" or don't forget tips especially sa pag check ng unit ko? Thank you!

[buknoii]

hello. ung free ba yung gamit mo jan or ung may bayad na Php250? thanks

Boss would this work on 2017 model? Wala ba prpblem na na encounter while installing?

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[travajante]

Hi to all M3 owners, By tom. Or wed. Makuha ko na M3 ko, any "to do" or don't forget tips especially sa pag check ng unit ko? Thank you!

Grats!!!!!
-Don't let em drill 4 holes on your grille...should you opt for the No Drille Plate relocator, please email satravajante*gmail.com


-Check torque on lug nuts & tire pressure

-Proper fluids...No tap water top up...grab a bottle of FL22 for coolant & 5w-30 euro blend full synthetic oil.

-Don't talk mods w/ dealership....

-Call Rafa of OVTph +63 927 155 8085....plan your mods w/ him....Do em right the 1st time.

Happy Motorin' & Moddin'!!!!

[techd]

Grats!!!!!
-Don't let em drill 4 holes on your grille...should you opt for the No Drille Plate relocator, please email satravajante*gmail.com


-Check torque on lug nuts & tire pressure

-Proper fluids...No tap water top up...grab a bottle of FL22 for coolant & 5w-30 euro blend full synthetic oil.

-Don't talk mods w/ dealership....

-Call Rafa of OVTph +63 927 155 8085....plan your mods w/ him....Do em right the 1st time.

Happy Motorin' & Moddin'!!!!

should the tire pressure on the driver's side door be followed or theres a better pressure to be used?

[travajante]

should the tire pressure on the driver's side door be followed or theres a better pressure to be used?

Nah, low to mid 30s is fine. Too high may be too harsh for our roads. You'll get best FC on higher suggested pressures due to lower roll resistance, but bumpier. Lower pressures comfier, better grip.

[Jrubite]

Hi I'm planning to buy M3, just want to ask: which is more fuel efficient and say more practical to get if I would be 100% city driving weekdays. 1.5 or 2.0?
Tbh, I'm leaning towards 2.0 but not sure how its fc compared to 1.5, and as I backread theres these problem with those EFB batts. More of a dilemna as I really want all those added features of 2.0 and of course the much added torque and hp.
Thanks in advance for some answers!


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