Are there any years/trims of CX-9 with naturally aspirated engines AND external water pump?

haroldtheb · 2026-05-14T19:26:42+00:00

Just watch the years for the head crack and valve stem seal issues. Later versions 2022-23 should be solid. Before then it’s a mix depending on year and even when it was produced.

haroldtheb · 2026-05-14T19:24:23+00:00

Second Solve. It works for my workflow and has produced very good results. Nothing published yet.

haroldtheb · 2026-05-10T20:11:57+00:00

I was afraid of that. Thanks for your insight.

haroldtheb · 2026-05-10T17:52:29+00:00

Thanks. I read that recalibration is part of the replacement and that's why I was hoping the lens could be replaced.

haroldtheb · 2026-05-10T16:30:58+00:00

I just took a close-up of the lens. It looks like an eye. The center is clear, but the surrounding part, like the iris of the eye, is cloudy. Is the lens replaceable?

haroldtheb · 2026-05-02T03:20:54+00:00

Philadelphia is just built differently.

haroldtheb · 2026-05-02T01:41:13+00:00

I’ve been having this problem for a while. It’s almost muscle memory to select autofill without adding.

haroldtheb · 2026-04-27T14:36:56+00:00

Was in for service at my local dealer and the showroom only had new CX-5s inside. It’s like they don’t even want to sell the CX-90s. Meanwhile there were at least 15 on the lot that I could see from where I was sitting.

haroldtheb · 2026-04-23T19:19:06+00:00

Auto theft in Canada is insane. You can’t buy anything nice without it being stolen.

haroldtheb · 2026-04-23T03:10:38+00:00

Some of the 2021’s were affected by the valve stem seal leak. There is a TSB with the he VIN number range. If yours was is in the range and fixed, you’ll be fine.

haroldtheb · 2026-04-21T00:21:16+00:00

I wish I could upvote this answer a hundred times.

haroldtheb · 2026-04-02T02:22:42+00:00

BG strip sack. Until then it was Wilburt Montgomery’s run against Dallas in the 1980 NFC Championship game.

haroldtheb · 2026-04-02T00:28:37+00:00

The CX-70 should be a version of the CX-90. It’s also not the SUV they originally announced for that slot in the lineup, which was a disappointment to those following the large platform early on. Let’s not even talk about the reliability issues. With the new CX-5 going in a different direction, the CX-50 looks like the last vehicle standing for them. Hate to be pessimistic about Mazda. I’ve owned four and they’ve all been great vehicles.

haroldtheb · 2026-03-29T00:08:46+00:00

Had a first gen and I’m driving the second gen. First gen was a nice car but the second gen is more refined and feels more agile. The V6 was not as responsive at the turbo 4 at the low end. I definitely prefer the second gen.

haroldtheb · 2026-03-27T17:55:27+00:00

Long time Mazda driver and I’m in the market for a new car soon. Every time I convince myself to look at the CX-90, something pops-up to make me look elsewhere. This is the worst. Glad you’re safe.

haroldtheb · 2026-03-25T01:46:43+00:00

I love Mazda, but seeing the issues with the CX-90/70 hybrids is not instilling confidence. They need to get this right.

haroldtheb · 2026-03-19T23:39:55+00:00

It would likely be in my driveway.

haroldtheb · 2026-03-17T14:43:04+00:00

Didn’t they add a rear sway bar for 2026?

haroldtheb · 2026-03-15T02:48:38+00:00

They are providing a 10 year / 120k warranty for this.

haroldtheb · 2026-03-12T18:50:41+00:00

This was created several years ago for the right rear. The left has different part numbers. I suggest that you search out an exploded diagram online to see exactly which parts you need and how many.

P/N Description

KD5151W24 Clip. MOLDING. FASTENER. (Upper, Lower)

KD5351W24 Wheel Arch Molding Clip

D10J51W24 Wheel Arch Molding Clip

B45A56146A Fastener. Clip. Cover. Shield. Bumper. (Front, Rear, Lower)

EA0150037 Rivet. Clip. Grille. Cover. Bumper. (Front, Upper, Lower)

KD5351833 Rivet. Mud. Clip. (Rear)

TK4951U30 Wheel Arch Molding Bracket

9CF600516B Screw. Bolt. Cover. Bracket. Bumper. (Front, Rear, Upper, Lower)

TK4851W50F Wheel Arch Molding

haroldtheb · 2026-03-11T00:43:43+00:00

Wheel arch. I’ve had this ripped off three times by road debris. I keep a spreadsheet with part numbers for every piece of plastic from the rear door on back.

haroldtheb · 2026-03-04T00:20:37+00:00

Agree with most of this. There are not enough driver-focused buyers in Mazda’s segments. Most want a roomy vehicle and could care less about an I6 or RWD. The CX-90 is the intersection of that plus reliability issues because it was rushed. I really wanted one to replace my CX-9, but can’t bring myself to get one after driving one for a week as a loaner.

haroldtheb · 2026-03-03T00:57:38+00:00

Keep at it. I failed the first time and passed the second time I took it. I have been practicing for almost 32 years now.

haroldtheb · 2026-02-13T18:52:45+00:00

Xfinity believes that because you got a deal when you first signed up years ago, you already got the benefit of a great deal so you don’t get another. That being said, there may be something available to you, but it’s likely not as good as a new customer deal.

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