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Dear Members, Thanks for being a part of our Mazda Dubai online community. It has been almost 3 years since our online community came into existence. And with your support over the years we have grown into a well integrated online car community in this region. A lot of members have joined our ever-growing community, and most of them turning out to be very good friends. Friends, today we are seeking a few minutes of your fast paced Dubai life to share your thoughts on a quick poll. This will help us assess and even prove how much our online community has been useful to our loyal members across the region. It is a poll to identify how much value our online community adds to you personally and gives us an opportunity to enhance and add features that may help to save more from that pinch on your pocket.

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Mazda Scheduled Maintenance Procedures Rotate and Inspect tires Inspect Automatic transmission fluid Inspect Bolts & nuts on chassis & body Inspect Brake lines, hoses & connections Inspect Brake pads/shoes Inspect Brake system Inspect Cooling system Inspect Disc brake pads Inspect Drive belt(s) Inspect Driveshaft dust boots Inspect Exhaust system & heat shields Inspect Front & rear suspension ball joints Inspect Fuel lines & hoses Inspect Hose & tube for emission Inspect Steering operation & linkages Inspect Valve clearance Inspect/Lubricate All locks and hinges Replace Air filter Replace Coolant Replace Engine oil & filter Replace Fuel filter Replace Spark plugs

Mazda Maintenance Procedures - Common Additional Services Mazda Air Filter Replacement The air filter accumulates dust and debris and should be replaced to protect the engine and maximize fuel economy. For optimal engine performance and longevity, replace every 1 year or 25,000 kms. Mazda Automatic Transmission Fluid Change Automatic transmission fluid becomes heat fatigued and accumulates moisture over time which can lead to automatic transmission damage if not serviced regularly. It should be replaced every 2 years or 50,000 kms. Mazda Automatic Transmission Fluid/Filter Change Automatic transmission fluid becomes heat fatigued and accumulates moisture over time which can lead to automatic transmission damage if not serviced regularly. The filter should be replaced at this time a well. This service should be performed every 2 years or 50,000 kms. Mazda Brake Fluid Replacement/Flush Brake fluid accumulates moisture and contamination from component wear over time and unless replaced every 50,000 kms or 2 years, can cause brake system damage. Mazda Cabin Air Filter Replacement Over time the Cabin Filter(s) will accumulate dirt, pollen and debris which can leak in to the passenger compartment if left unchecked. They should be replaced every year or 25,000 kms. Mazda Coolant Replacement/Flush Engine coolant breaks down, gets rusty and becomes contaminated with debris from component wear over time and can cause engine or cooling system damage if not replaced every 2 years or 50,000 kms. Mazda Differential Fluid Replacement - Front Differential fluid breaks down and becomes contaminated with moisture over time and can lead to differential damage from a lack of proper lubrication. It should be replaced every 2 years or 50,000 kms. Mazda Drive Belt(s) Replacement Drive belts crack and become glazed over time and can squeak or even break. They should be replaced every 70,000 kms. Mazda Fuel Filter Change The Fuel Filter becomes restricted as it accumulates debris from filtering the fuel which, can lead to performance problems and early fuel pump failure. It should be replaced at the mileage interval recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. Mazda Manual Transmission Fluid Change The Manual Transmission fluid breaks down and becomes contaminated with moisture over time and can lead to transmission damage from a lack of proper lubrication. It should be replaced every 2 years or 50,000 kms. Mazda Rotate Tires It is important to rotate the tires from front to rear every 8000-12000 kms so that they wear evenly. This may not be possible on some vehicles because of directional tread design or rim size differences. Mazda Spark Plug Replacement Spark Plug terminals wear down over time and can lead to engine misfires and increased exhaust emissions. Replace according to the vehicle manufacturers recommended replacement interval. Mazda Valve Adjustment On engines with adjustable valves, the valve train clearances can become improper which can lead to engine damage. The valve clearance should be checked and adjusted every 50,000 kms.

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Though mid-range family hatchbacks aren’t hugely popular in the region – certainly not as much as they are in Continental Europe, that’s for sure – there are a number of sharper tools in the wider range of cars. The Mazda3 is one of them. First introduced in 2004, but facelifted in 2008, the 3 has proved a popular in many markets around the world, including the usually small-car averse America. And it’s easy to see why it’s found so many fans. It’s got sharp Japanese styling that helps to differentiate the Mazda3 away from its Ford Focus routes, and a decent single choice of engine. The interior might be a little overloaded with featureless black plastic, but there’s a decent stereo hidden under there, plus a steering wheel which provides decent driver feedback. The 3 is offered in four-door sedan and five-door hatchback bodystyles – the latter being the most practical. The sedan is available in standard S or mid-level V spec, while the hatchback range starts at V and is also available in top-dog V Sport spec. The 1.6-litre engine has 105bhp and a decent 145Nm of torque. Performance might not be hugely spectacular – blame the automatic gearbox for that, though once the 3 gets up to speed, it’s pretty comfortable with the highway slog. But show the 3 a tight and twisty stretch of road and it’ll reward you with a pretty decent performance. Leather seats and automatic air-conditioning are standard fit on the high-end model along with sharp nicely designed 16-inch alloy wheels. We’d recommend avoiding the entry-level sedan version as something to spend your own hard-earned cash on as it will look like one of the many cheap rental cars that are on streets of the region. SOURCE: http://automiddleeast.com/2010-mazda3-3/

The latest Mazda6 was introduced into the region at the end of 2008 and is Mazda’s retort to the likes of the Honda Accord, Nissan Altima and Ford Mondeo. It’s offered in three different body styles – sedan, station wagon and a slighter larger sedan version on the high-end Ultra version. That model features a 3.7-litre V6 with 268bhp and turns the Mazda 6 into a rather fine road warrior indeed. However, at the more sensible end of the Mazda 6 line-up lies a choice of 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre engines with 144bhp and 169bhp respectively. Both provide a decent performance, though if you’re looking for a sedan to take you up and around the region on a regular basis, the bigger engine might be the one to go for. Like the smaller Mazda 3, the 6′s cabin is a rather dour affair, though the red lighting does lift the ambience somewhat. There is however, plenty of room in the back of the cabin – in the 6 Ultra especially – for three people to travel in comfortable surroundings. But like many Mazdas, the best seat in the 6′s cabin is the driving seat. Here, you get a sense that the interior has been designed around the driver – much like it is in modern Audis. The steering wheel – complete with multifunction controls for the stereo, cruise control and such like – has a decent connection with the driven front wheels. It’s certainly more of a driver’s car than the alternatives from SOURCE: http://automiddleeast.com/2010-mazda6/

Rather than think of the CX-7 as an SUV, Mazda would rather you consider it to be the ultimate hatchback. The CX-7 has been around for a few years now and is proving to be a popular choice for those looking for something a little different. It’s been designed to drive like a hot hatch on stilts – this is a car for the family man who doesn’t want to give up any driving thrills. It’s much more of a sporting proposition than the bigger CX-9. This is most evident from the drivers seat. Everything is angled towards the driver – with even the gear selector moving high up on the centre console to be within a short reach of the driver. The steering wheel and instrument cluster are lifted straight from Mazda’s RX-8 sportscar (unfortunately not offered in this part of the world). There’s just the one engine on offer – a 244bhp turbocharged 2.3-litre four-cylinder. It drives all four wheels through an extremely quick-to-react six-speed automatic gearbox, which has been tuned to hold onto the gears longer if it senses the driver is tackling a particularly complex stretch of road. Seating is provided for five people and though headroom is a little compromised in the back due to the coupe-like raked roofline, it should prove to be big enough for most. The cabin is finished in high-quality materials with deeply sculptured seats for all those lucky enough to be on board. SOURCE: http://automiddleeast.com/2010-mazda-cx-7/

As big seven-seat crossover SUVs go, the Mazda CX-9 is one of the most stylish out there. The 2010 model was revealed at the 10th Dubai International Motor Show at the tail end of 2009 where the latest facelift of this model that originally came to market in 2007 was shown. There’s a revised front grille, tweaks to the fog and headlights, minor changes to the interior for those in the back and a new rear-facing camera to help with reversing manoeuvres. The CX-9 is designed to appeal to growing families who are looking for something large enough for them and the ever-growing family, plus all the kit that a family inevitably ends up carting around with them at all times. Just the one engine is offered – a 3.7-litre V6 with 270bhp. It’s got plenty of power in reserves to get the CX-9 moving rather swiftly and is pretty refined and cultured. A six-speed automatic gearbox sends the power to all four wheels. It’s an active four-wheel drive system, so it automatically shuffles power between the front and rear wheels depending on the conditions under the wheels. There’s enough space for seven people and their luggage on board, though we’d recommend the smallest members of the family ride in the rearmost two seats as headroom can be a little tight for anyone over six foot tall. If you ever need to transport a bulky load, then all five rear seats fold completely flat into the floor creating a wide and long cargo carrying area. SOURCE: http://automiddleeast.com/2010-mazda-cx-9/

The Mazda MX-5 is considered by many to be the only true roadster on sale anywhere in the world. It follows a simple recipe – front engine, rear-wheel drive, manual gearbox. There’s no hugely complex, heavy or powerful engine – it’s just a 166bhp 2.0-litre four-cylinder. There’s no complicated dual-clutch automatic and manual gearbox hybrid – just a six-speed manual ‘box with one of the shortest and sweetest movements around (a six-speed automatic is also available). The chassis and suspension don’t have a billion different settings available at the touch of a button or fancy sports or comfort modes – nope, it’s just a very nicely set up rear-drive chassis. Drivers of more exotic machinery could learn a lot about the art of car control by driving a Mazda MX-5 for a while. Even the MX-5 majors on driving involvement, it doesn’t scrimp on any niceties. Top of the equipment list is a stonking Bose stereo complete with six CD autochanger and seven speakers dotted around the snug two-seater cabin. And even though the interior is rather short on outright space, there is enough room for two six-foot adults to sit comfortably – just about. There’s even a reasonably sized boot, and unlike many small convertibles, the amount of space available isn’t affected by whether the roof is up or down. Instead of folding away into the boot as it does on something like a BMW Z4, the MX-5 plastic composite roof folds neatly into a space behind the seats. It’s quick to act too – it takes just 12 seconds to go from open top motoring to snug coupe or vice versa. SOURCE: http://automiddleeast.com/2010-mazda-mx-5/

The latest Mazda2 was introduced to the Middle East in mid-2010, although the car has been on sale in Europe since 2007. It’s available in both five-door hatchback and four-door sedan form, offering entry-level motoring with a bit more style and pizzazz than some of its rivals. The car is based on the same platform as the Ford Fiesta and boasts more than 50 awards from around the world, including the title of World Car of the Year 2008.With prices starting at just 47,000 AED, it’s cheaper than both the equivalent model Fiesta and many people’s first-choice value car, the Toyota Yaris. All models are powered by a 101bhp, 1.5-litre engine attached to a four-speed automatic. Both sedan and hatchback come in two trim versions (in the UAE). The S model comes with a CD player with the all-important auxiliary input socket for MP3 players, folding rear seats, fabric upholstery and air conditioning. Both sedan and hatchback ride on 14-inch steel wheels. The V models upgrade the wheels to 15-inch alloys and add fog lamps and a rear spoiler. While the hatchback is aimed towards younger customers, the sedan model is targeted at families and boasts a 450-litre boot that Mazda says is the best in its class. Safety-wise, all models come with ABS and electronic brakeforce distribution, which aids stability during emergency braking. The 2 has disc brakes at the front but older drum brakes at the rear. Two airbags for driver and passenger are standard in all models. The Mazda2 has a maximum five-star safety rating from the Euro NCAP crash-testing programme. Engine: 1.5-litre, four-cylinder Max power (bhp/rpm): 101/6,000 Max torque (Nm/rpm): 135/,4000 Transmission: Four-speed automatic Driven wheels: Front wheel drive Kerb weight: 1,030kg (hatchback), 1,051 (sedan) Price (AED): 47,000-49,000 (hatchback), 49,000-52,000 (sedan) SOURCE: http://automiddleeast.com/2011-mazda2/