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    How-To Mazdaspeed6 Aux Port modification

    No problem at all (also, sorry for the sluggish reply). The part number for the bulbs is: gj6r-61-c95 I wouldn't bother buying them from Mazda, though, as they're ludicrously overpriced at most dealerships (like $11-ish per bulb -...
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    P2138, won’t rev above 3000 rpms, lots of smoke

    Did you actually pull the connector at both ends and test continuity from the connecting side, or did you test from the back-side of one or more of the connectors? If you did the latter, there's always a chance that you've got a bent, corroded, or missing pin. The likelihood is that something...
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    How-To Make Your Rear Seats Fold Down (MS6)

    Thanks for the update. It's worth noting that Tascaparts.com is still selling all the OEM components.
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    My speed doesn’t run need help

    Check the entire intake tract. Start at the MAF housing, and make sure that the silicone couplers are properly attached, not cracked or pinched, and sufficiently tight. Then move back towards the turbo from there. Check each coupler and connection on the way to make sure that nothing is...
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    Confusing boosting issue

    Adjusting the preload seems like a recipe for disaster. If your car was functioning properly until something happened and you increased preload, if you manage to find whatever your problem is, you'll be overboosting to the moon. You've basically failed to diagnose the problem properly and...
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    How-To Make Your Rear Seats Fold Down (MS6)

    It appears that nobody actually kept a copy of the how-to for this mod around on here (I did search, and found references, but no actual thread), so I figured I'd copy over a link from that other site (M247) before the information gets lost forever. So here goes:
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    How-To Rebuild Your Power Steering Pump

    This thread was originally created on MSF by @JDMCRX back in May of 2014. Hey guys thought I would toss up a few pics of the power steering pump re seal. First remove your serpentine belt. Remove your pressure sensor connection Place some cardboard and a large drain pan under front corner...
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    How-To Repair Trunk Release Handle stuck/stiff/broken

    Bend other side or rod. Reattach spring. Test that handle moves freely and returns to closed position. Install.
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    How-To MAP Sensor Upgrade (The Easy Way)

    This thread was originally posted on MSF back in October of 2012 by @TiGraySpeed6. Your MAP sensor is what the ECU uses to read boost pressure. The stock Manifold Absolute Pressure sensor (MAP) is a 2.5 BAR unit, which tops out around 23-24psi, and looses accuracy around 22-23psi. If you want...
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    How-To Fix/Replace Window Motor Gear

    This thread was originally created by @SJP0tato on MSF back in September of 2014. On my rear driver's window a few weeks ago, when fully rolled up rather than stopping it started making a loud/obnoxious grinding noise. Then during operation it'd make grinding/clicking noises too. Here's a quick...
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    How-To Replace Shaft Pivot Seal

    This thread was originally created by @jrzy ms6 on MSF back in June of 2012. ok so i noticed trans fluid leaking and traced it to the rubber boot on the pressure plate on top of the trans. found some helpful threads to help pinpoint it but no "how to's" so hope this helps cause the dealer...
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    How-To Replace A/C Compressor Clutch and Bearing

    This thread was originally created by @GroceryGtr on MSF back in September 2016. Updated 6/7/18 - Added info for an aftermarket shim kit one of our enterprising members found at autozone Ok folks no pics as this is an easy process, but I will break it into a few different sections; symptoms...
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    How-To Replace Clutch MS6

    This thread was originally created by @Axel907 on MSF back in February of 2014. This is my first clutch job so lets see how it goes. Pretty much every bolt you remove is gonna be either a 8, 10, 12, 14, 17, or 19 MM. So make sure to have those in wrenches and sockets. First off remove your...
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    How-To Fix Broken Shift Cable Linkage (without replacing the cables)

    This thread was originally created on MSF by @lilloui05 back in December of 2014. Hello All! I posted a picture of a fix I did to my MS6 shifter cables and How To was requested, so here we go! As always, I am not responsible for any damage you might do to your car. This will be a very loose...
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    How-To Replace Mazdaspeed 6 Propeller Shaft CV Boot

    This thread was originally created back on MSF by @myarbro1 in August of 2014: I recently asked if anyone knew jack about the CV joint on the driveshaft, aka propeller shaft, in our Speed6’s on FB. I have those answers and thought I would share what I have learned. To begin, my CV boot was...
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    How-To Replace Your Shifter Cable

    This thread was originally created on MSF by @ciezczak1 back in December of 2013. hey guys this is long overdue been busy with stuff and finally have time to make a thread on this. First off disconnect your battery then remove your battery and intake pop off the cables this is right by...
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    How-To Replace Your Front Rear Differential Mount

    This post was originally created by @dooderek back on MSF back in August of 2011: first and fore most, thanks to jordan (keefover) for helping/doing most of the work. no special tools really necessarily standard metric sockets/deep tips: drive car till almost empty on gas. lol half a tank is...
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    How-To Fine Tune Your Shifter

    This video was originally created by @dooderek back on MSF in March of 2012:
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    How-To Replace Your Belt Tensioner

    This thread was originally created by @dooderek on MSF back in January of 2012: pretty sure its the same for ms3 but i nce bout those pos wagon remove passenger side wheel also relieve tension off the serpentine belt and remove it 4 plastic screws phillips head, 2 of them arent shown in pic...
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    How-To Clean Your Valves

    This thread was originally posted on MSF by @dooderek back in July of 2011 *warning* when conducting this how to be VERY careful to inspect your valves after each job. i found 2 lose copper wires that fell off the brush into my valves. i almost recommend doing this at night so you can shine a...
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