2005 Mazda Mazda6 Mazda Mazda6 2005

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2005 Mazda Mazda6 repairs by problem area

Engine (49%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (6%)

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2005 Mazda Mazda6 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (5%)

$100 - $499 (37%)

< $100 (47%)

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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Mazda Mazda6

Engine not specified

105800 mi

C $380
Change transmission oil,did general inspection because the transmission switching was very abruptly( not smooth ). The problem continues. 
31700 mi

US $1900
Had to have CV Joints replaced 

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2005 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Wagon

215-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

154380 mi

C $40
Transmission cooling line crimp joints rusted out, causing fluid loss. Fortunately discovered before transmission damage occurredrnMazda 6 0l 3L Wagon with Aisin Automatic transmission 
85420 mi

C $600
Both CV joints were worn out, replaced whole axle assemblies with aftermarket parts (OEM no longer manufactured) 

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2005 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Wagon

215-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed manual FWD

120280 mi

C $160
CEL on, Neutral Switch for MT replaced 
132500 mi

US $200
replaced passenger side half shaft 
130000 mi

US $90
clutch pedal sometimes got stuck to the floor. clutch master/slave cylinders replacement, $370 clutch flex line worn out, $90 

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2005 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

215-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed manual FWD

26040 mi Improperly greased CV joint that was grinding in cold temperatures. 
26660 mi Successful repair of cv joint... added grease/replace cv kit. 
111000 mi

US $1000
Replaced the clutch in this vehicle after about 110,000 miles. Dealer wanted $1800 for the job. I found another shop that replaced for about $1000. The work requires the engine to be dropped (v6 models)and is an 8 hour plus job. 

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2005 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

66620 mi

C $35
Occasional slippage when shifting into 4th gear. RPM briefly go up then down. Changed filter, switched ATF to Castrol IMV. I think it's a programming rather than a mechanical issue. Otherwise tranny is shifting great. 
99000 mi

US $87
Transmission control module needed to be reflashed. I was experiencing hard shifts from 1st to 2nd gear when driving slow. The tcm reflash has completely fixed the issue. 
106020 mi

C $100
replaced automatic transmission turbine speed sensor. 

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2005 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Hatch

215-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

129000 mi Downshifting hard 5th to 4th. Engine bay started smoking, smelled really bad in the cabin while on the thruway. Checked engine, leaking transmission fluid. Assuming tranny problem was from mechanic shop mistake when refilling fluid. 
72000 mi

US $100
A harsh shift from 5th to 4th(6sp auto) suddenly started and occurred every time. Dealer "looked at it" & said they do not repair transmissions, only replace. Took to trans shop, could not replicate problem. Problem has not occurred since. 

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2005 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Hatch

160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

155600 mi

US $100
Clutch pedal became difficult to press; noticed that the return spring bushing was cracked and falling apart. Replaced the entire clutch pedal assembly. 
24957 mi Replaced fly wheel due to "hot spots" that caused "bucking". Also replaced clutch as part of the solution. All covered under warranty. Took a day to complete the repair. 

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2005 Mazda Mazda6 Transmission Problems

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