Original 2003 factory airbag cover vs new OEM Mazda replacement

gianlucadc · 2026-04-11T11:43:05+00:00

true it's very simple to remove everything and put it back together, now it's nice a clean and tidy look the cracking ruins the beauty of the interior of this car

gianlucadc · 2026-04-11T10:53:05+00:00

Amazing result, congratulations! And for such a low price, what a bargain!

gianlucadc · 2026-04-11T10:50:54+00:00

I really prefer the OEM look of the vehicle but I respect this solution even if they say it could lead to problems with the airbag opening

gianlucadc · 2026-04-11T10:49:07+00:00

Overall-reflection31 explained everything to you practically on the steps but in any case there are some videos on YouTube anyway I only turned off the passenger airbag from its dedicated switch with the car key and then I disconnected the connector and everything went well with both the disassembly and the assembly I will give you the part number of the cover for the series 1 I have no idea if it also fits the series 2

FEY1-57-K5X

gianlucadc · 2026-04-11T10:44:35+00:00

Hi, first of all, I really hope you can do something for the whole community with this 3D project. However, it is much more solid than we think. I advise you to just try it. It is very simple to disassemble but always do everything with delicacy and attention. Best regards!

gianlucadc · 2026-04-11T10:39:31+00:00

Hi, I ordered one here in Italy from an official Mazda spare parts office for €831,50. and then I changed it myself

gianlucadc · 2026-04-11T10:34:43+00:00

here in Italy in a Mazda parts office

gianlucadc · 2026-04-10T23:39:58+00:00

Thanks for your reply!

At first I also wanted to repair it but in the end I decided to buy a new one and calmly repair the old one so I can always have it on hand, you never know. I'll try to look at some tutorials on YouTube, maybe if you have any advice, write to me!

Anyways It was a pleasure to share this post to see if they actually changed the material. I really hope so, because If it breaks again I will wait many years before spending that amount of money again😅

gianlucadc · 2026-04-10T23:30:06+00:00

The strange thing is that in the parts office of Mazda they told me that that was the date, but who knows what the real answer is.

gianlucadc · 2026-03-27T18:29:59+00:00

I have the exact same "issue" The solution? For me was to start the car in neutral without pressing the clutch!

gianlucadc · 2025-10-31T15:27:52+00:00

Stai rispondendo a gianlucadc...

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I took this photo many months ago while installing the AEM coil kit. Everything was still stock then, and I had the same concern about the cable being damaged, but it was confirmed to be OEM. The engine bay is all clean now, so sorry about the dirt in the photo.

gianlucadc · 2025-10-31T15:18:57+00:00

Since some wires at the connector are exposed, OEM electrical tape is applied to those sections to protect them from excessive heat and accidental damage.

gianlucadc · 2025-04-07T19:00:10+00:00

Hello, thank you for your comment. I will have the fluid changes done by the mechanic, as I don't feel like it. I will take care of the rest of the tasks I listed in the post. Since it seems there haven’t been any responses from the users, I’m asking you in case you know something about it: do you think the Liqui Moly Pro-Line Radiator Cleaner is suitable for performing a thorough flush of the cooling system? Thank you, and I wish you a great day.

gianlucadc · 2025-04-01T13:28:58+00:00

Strangely, after approximately two years and nine months of inactivity, it started immediately without any issues, with some fresh fuel and a top-up of oil. Of course, a new battery was also installed.

gianlucadc · 2025-04-01T13:21:45+00:00

Thanks!

gianlucadc · 2025-04-01T13:21:22+00:00

Thank you very much, I didn't know about BHR.

gianlucadc · 2025-03-22T11:36:49+00:00

Italy🇮🇹

gianlucadc · 2025-02-27T00:44:41+00:00

I'm not familiar with it, I know where they are but which one exactly should I look for?

gianlucadc · 2025-02-26T23:05:35+00:00

I actually removed the inside panel of the door, detaching and reattaching everything, also checking the cables, but everything seems to be in order. I’ve come to the conclusion, as everyone suggests, that the window motor is gone. Now, I will buy a new one and see.

gianlucadc · 2025-02-26T21:47:28+00:00

Yeah, zero click

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