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2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring FWD 4dr

2008 Mazda CX-9
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sport Utility Vehicle, 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle
16 mpg city / 22 mpg hwy
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July 25, 2010, 2:56 pm

Leon R
 

Question: Replacement brake rotors

At 30K the rotors are warped and it seems from a mazda user site that this is a common problem with this car. Are OEM upgrades for the rotors available and what are some good choices. Would drilled and slotted rotors be an option that would make a difference and would these new ceramic pads help?


July 26, 2010, 8:40 pm

David S
 

All of those things help and are available,

http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=1609498

but i doubt they are necessary for normal driving applications. I think if you make sure you are putting good quality parts on and you aren't abusing the brakes while you drive it should be fine.


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