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by craigstomer
Mon Oct 12, 2026 12:37 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Unsolved Mysteries!
Replies: 5
Views: 70

Re: Unsolved Mysteries!

using pliers to squeeze the female connectors...

Where exactly is that located? In MB WIS or on the "dark web". Please share
by craigstomer
Tue Oct 06, 2026 1:20 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Horrifying nightmare: the Ford Focus's doors
Replies: 4
Views: 1120

Re: Horrifying nightmare: the Ford Focus's doors

Strangely, neither door locks when I use the key. For some reason, those tibbe type keys won't unlock no matter what key you try. By the way, does the key open the bonnet or boot properly? Wear and tear on the plungers bearing the number 4 was a common occurrence with Tibbe key lock barrels. During ...
by craigstomer
Tue Oct 06, 2026 1:18 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Horrifying nightmare: the Ford Focus's doors
Replies: 4
Views: 1120

Re: Horrifying nightmare: the Ford Focus's doors

see if the remote's batteries work.
by craigstomer
Thu Oct 01, 2026 7:39 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: The undercarriage of my 2025 CX90 Turbo Premium Plus was damaged by road debris.
Replies: 9
Views: 4955

Re: The undercarriage of my 2025 CX90 Turbo Premium Plus was damaged by road debris.

I would recommend visiting your local Mazda dealer to get a quote before deciding whether or not to pay for the repairs out of pocket. In Massachusetts, it is mandatory to have full glass coverage without a deductible, and any damage to the glass will not be considered a claim. As I was cruising dow...
by craigstomer
Thu Oct 01, 2026 7:38 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: The undercarriage of my 2025 CX90 Turbo Premium Plus was damaged by road debris.
Replies: 9
Views: 4955

Re: The undercarriage of my 2025 CX90 Turbo Premium Plus was damaged by road debris.

In my opinion, you should get in touch with your insurer and submit a claim. The next step is to bring it to a Mazda dealership so they can assess the damage, recommend parts, and give you a quote. In the opposite direction, it could work. The lower shield probably serves a purpose and, thanks to th...
by craigstomer
Wed Sep 16, 2026 12:37 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Methods to Reduce Suspension Hardness
Replies: 6
Views: 4274

Re: Methods to Reduce Suspension Hardness

For extra padding, you can also attach a small piece of sidewall to your tires. I just acquired a Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Cooper SE with 9,000 miles on the odometer. A big pothole had smashed one of the OE tires and severely damaged the OE 17-inch wheels. I got these four OE MINI 17" wheels fr...
by craigstomer
Thu Sep 03, 2026 7:55 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: 2016 XC60 D5 with 100,000 miles - comprehensive fluid maintenance?
Replies: 5
Views: 17038

Re: 2016 XC60 D5 with 100,000 miles - comprehensive fluid maintenance?

Comprehensive service record, thus all details should be included. The majority of producers now offer "Lifetime" gearbox fluids. If it has never been altered and exhibits signs of burning in appearance or odour, perform several drain and fills instead of flushes. A flush can remove debris...