Mazda Mazda3 First generation (BK) - Facelift (2007 - 2009)

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First generation (BK) - Facelift of Mazda Mazda3 has been in production since 2007 by 2009.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. First generation (BK) - Facelift is shorter than the previous generation by 0.9 inches . The weight of the car has increased by 84 lbs.
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Mazda Mazda3 First generation (BK) - Facelift dimensions and specs
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First generation (BK) - Facelift | |
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Body style | Hatchback, Wagon, Sedan, Coupe |
Engine options | L3-VDT (Turbo), 2.3L I-4, 263 HP, 280 lb/ft |
2.3L L3-VE, 2.3L I-4, 164 HP, 144 lb/ft | |
2.0L LF-DE, 2.0L I-4, 143 HP, 136 lb/ft | |
Length | 176.8 - 177.6 in |
Width | 69.10 in |
Height | 57.70 in |
Wheelbase | 103.90 in |
Curb weight | 2780 - 2930 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Front hip room | 53.80 in |
Rear hip room | 52.50 in |
Front Headroom | 39.10 in |
Rear Headroom | 37.4 - 38.4 in |
Front shoulder room | 54.90 in |
Rear shoulder room | 54.00 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 14.50 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 22 - 28/29 - 35 |
Towing capacity | 2095 - 2600 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 8.1 - 8.3 sec |
¼ mile time | 16.25 - 16.5 sec |
Mazda Mazda3 Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Mazda Mazda3 First generation (BK) - Facelift production period from 2007 to 2009 drivers have reported 598 complaints. The most common problems are STEERING, WHEELS, TIRES.
Model Year | Complaints |
2009 Mazda3 |
106
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2008 Mazda3 |
290
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2007 Mazda3 |
202
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
STEERING tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda 3. while driving 5 mph the contact noticed that the steering wheel became very... |
212
~ 50775 miles |
WHEELS purchased my 2009 mazda in january 2009. i had to replace the tires 7/ 30/10 because they were almost bald.... |
57
~ 53127 miles |
TIRES we purchased a 2009 mazda 3 and have found the car/tire combination to be unsafe for winter driving on show... |
48
~ 41964 miles |
AIR BAGS tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda 3. while driving approximately 5 mph a tractor trailer driving 45 mph crashed into... |
46
~ 58083 miles |
ENGINE i was attempting to turn left while in a local parking lot but an unexpected power steering failure caused vehicle... |
38
~ 79789 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM purchased vehicle on 7/09. on 1/6/10 vehicle failed to start at first cranking with no engine start then complete discharge... |
37
~ 67864 miles |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING red inner coating on tail lights appears to have melted making a hole that shows white light through the tail... |
29
~ 53908 miles |
POWER TRAIN i was attempting to turn left while in a local parking lot but an unexpected power steering failure caused vehicle... |
25
~ 77207 miles |
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES tpms valve stems replace ordinary rubber valve stems for 2009 (possibly other years) mazda 3. they are made of aluminum... |
23
~ 41735 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda 3. the contact stated that the vehicle hestiates to accelerate approximately 1 1/2 quarter... |
20
~ 61198 miles |
SUSPENSION 2009 mazda 3 purchased new for our daughter - early on i noticed the tires were tilted like the camber... |
18
~ 43917 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES while driving approx 75 mph on a highway my power steering suddenly failed and simultaneously my brakes failed (felt like... |
17
~ 100880 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER two of the tpms (tire pressure monitoring s___?) sensors were cracked and replaced at a discounted cost to me of... |
16
~ 39427 miles |
VISIBILITY defective vibrating driver's side mirror at any time at highway speed. traffic on driver's side appears blurry and distorted at |
14
~ 35706 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL lost control of 2009 mazda 3 on wet road. it felt like dsc would not let me control the car. |
13
~ 68865 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC severe steering shake when braking at high speeds. was told by dealership that it is not a warranty issue even |
12
~ 13577 miles |
ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda mazda3. the contact stated that he received a recall notice for recall 10v374000 (steering: |
11
~ 43335 miles |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING shortly after purchasing a 2008 mazda3 i 2.0l sedan i began to feel a shake through the steering wheel and... |
10
~ 46723 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2009 mazda mazda3. the contact stated that spiders were all over the vehicle. the contact... |
9
~ 65744 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE i was attempting to turn left while in a local parking lot but an unexpected power steering failure caused vehicle... |
9
~ 44003 miles |
STRUCTURE 2009 mazda 3. consumer states the glove box began to rattle not long after purchasing the vehicle. *tgw the consumer... |
8
~ 21918 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE i have a 2009 mazda 3 with 9200 miles. their have been instances where the check engine light illuminates indicating... |
8
~ 24763 miles |
REAR > SUSPENSION my 2009 mazda3 5-door has a loose nut which connects the right rear anti-sway bar to the suspension. based on... |
8
~ 22338 miles |
TREAD/BELT > TIRES the original equipment tires on my 2009 mazda3 5-door: goodyear eagle rs-a 205/50 r17 are showing premature wear at 12... |
8
~ 19928 miles |
VALVE > TIRES tl* the contact owns a 2009 mazda mazda 3. while driving approximately 60 mph the front passenger side tire blew.... |
7
~ 43016 miles |
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS my son purchased a new 2008 mazda 3 in late july 2008. last saturday he slid on ice and hit... |
7
~ 19895 miles |
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS my son was hit by a tractor trailer on the drivers side (t-boned) and no side air bags were deployed. |
5
~ 14942 miles |
PARKING BRAKE car is a 2009 mazda speed3 one month old. i set the brake of the car and it only went... |
5
~ 6602 miles |
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda 3. the contact stated that the vehicle hestiates to accelerate approximately 1 1/2 quarter... |
5
~ 46509 miles |
FRONT > SUSPENSION shortly after purchasing a 2008 mazda3 i 2.0l sedan i began to feel a shake through the steering wheel and... |
5
~ 23770 miles |
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN premature transmission failure due to catastrophic clutch failure from the clutch plate itself on 2009 mazda3 with only 18 000... |
4
~ 40763 miles |
SIDEWALL > TIRES tire was on rental car picked up from hertz at cincinnati airport. noticed ride was rough and noisy. on arriving... |
4
~ 37779 miles |
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY the driver side window appears to be off track when rolled down i can move it back and forth by... |
3
~ 26333 miles |
SEATS tl*the contact rented a 2009 mazda3. while driving the vehicle approximately 25 mph he experienced numbness in his left arm... |
3
~ 22338 miles |
SEAT BELTS i was involved in a four car collision. i was third in line and was hit really hard from behind... |
3
~ 46867 miles |
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2008 mazda 3. consumer states engine blew *tgw the vehicle was towed to the dealership where it was purchased. an |
3
~ 10857 miles |
PUMP > HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST > STEERING tl* the contact owns a 2008 mazda mazda3. the contact was driving 30 mph and applying the brakes to attempt... |
2
~ 19475 miles |
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE no accident - - the camber setting on the rear wheels of the mazda 3 causes excessive tire wear on... |
2
~ 32000 miles |
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING turbo seals leaking oil causing vehicle to smoke at idle. common problem on these vehicles and on mazdaspeed6 and on |
2
~ 2597 miles |
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS tl*the contact owns a 2007 mazda 3. while the contact was driving approximately 45 mph the steering wheel began to... |
2
~ 30000 miles |
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING oxygen sensor #2 had been cross-threaded into the exhaust manifold. damage was done at the factory. dealer refused to replace |
2
~ 16250 miles |
MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING vehicle has excessive vibrations causing a detectable noise at the exhaust flange seal. *tr... |
2
~ 745 miles |
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE my brake light housing is melted on both sides. the brake light bulb is melted into the brake light sockets... |
1
~ 139000 miles |
BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2008 mazda 3. consumer writes in regards to defective rear brake lights. *ld the consumer stated the red film melted |
1
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TAIL LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda 3. the contact stated that the plastic red tail light covering had melted.... |
1
~ 87000 miles |
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN i was driving when suddenly and without notice i lost all control over the engine. pressing the accelerator down did... |
1
~ 180000 miles |
ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT > MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda 3. the contact stated that the rear driver side tire deflated. the contact... |
1
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VISIBILITY/WIPER my windshield wipers stopped working. after a visit to the shop i learned that my micro computer was not working... |
1
~ 68800 miles |
MOTOR > REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY i submitted a reimbursement application form for the replacement of my wiper motor $438.07. the motor was replaced on january... |
1
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WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2008 mazda mazda3. the contact was driving 50 mph in rainy weather when she attempted... |
1
~ 30000 miles |
SWITCH/WIRING > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2008 mazda mazda3. the contact was driving 50 mph in rainy weather when she attempted... |
1
~ 30000 miles |
INVERTER > HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM buenas noches! lamentablemente no hablo ingles pero quisiera obtener informacion acerca de la falla de fabricacion en el sistema hidraulico... |
1
~ 2200 miles |
EQUIPMENT 1. start car turn on air conditioner 2. turning on the air conditioner causes the engine to become unusually sluggish... |
1
~ 53500 miles |
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING tl* the contact owns a 2008 mazda mazda3. while reversing from a complete stop the steering wheel became very stiff... |
1
~ 12885 miles |
CONTROL UNIT/MODULE > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC first incident occurred at 25 900 miles brake warning light appeared on console dash. dealer identified a failure of the... |
1
~ 25900 miles |
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda 3. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start when the fuel... |
1
~ 50000 miles |
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY during parallel parking practice with brand new (less than 500 miles on car) mazda3 sedan (2.3) for a driver license... |
1
~ 497 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC my daughter noticed at when stopping that the steering wheel would shack. upon having the dealer look at this issue... |
1
~ 17000 miles |
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC this car has never been in an acident and has been very well maintained. the car a mazda 3 hatchback... |
1
~ 17000 miles |
WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES > FRONT > SEAT BELTS the warning chime for seat belts not being used is inaudible on the 2008 mazda3 even with all accessories turned... |
1
~ 5 miles |
STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE gas tank puncture while driving to work. puncture is pinhole size. the only event leading to this was braking hard... |
1
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HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl*the contact owns a 2007 mazda 3. while driving 40 mph the xenon headlights provided poor visibility. the 12 volt... |
1
~ 11000 miles |
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL the resume function on the cruise control sometimes exceeds the set speed and fails to upshift. an example of the... |
1
~ 500 miles |
TURBO/SUPERCHARGER > GASOLINE > ENGINE mazda speed3 2007 has been having problems with engine mounting failure it seems the engine mount is not bolted correctly... |
1
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ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL i have sustained a painful ergonomic injury to my right achilles tendon from the poor design of the accelerator/brake area... |
1
~ 15 miles |
PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i have sustained a painful ergonomic injury to my right achilles tendon from the poor design of the accelerator/brake area... |
1
~ 15 miles |
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2007 mazda 3 instrument panel gauges are very hard to read in bright daylight. the speedometer is my main problem.*ak... |
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How to improve the appearance of your Mazda Mazda3 and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Mazda Mazda3 to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Spl...
- ✔ Material: Made of premium quality PP material with carbon fiber pattern coating, the product is enough to prevent cracking with gloss powder-coated finish with an easy bolt-on underneath installation, superior craftsmanship and durability.
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Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...
- ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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30PCS Fender Flare Clips, Rocker Mouldin...
- Material: You can find from the photo that it is made of very high-quality material, made of black nylon material, push-on, quick-fastening, and won't break or break easily during use.
- Dimensions: Top Head Dimensions: 14...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...
- Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
- Notable Size Details: the...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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BDK (4-Pack) Premium 16" Wheel Rim Cover...
- Please Ensure to Check your Tire/Wheel Size Before Purchase! Designed for (P16) 16” Stock Steel Wheels and will not fit over alloy wheels
- Designed from OEM Replica Style Wheels– For Replacement with Fast & Easy...
Coilovers
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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maXpeedingrods Coilovers for Mazda 3 BK ...
- 【Fitment】 for Mazda 3 BK 2004-2009; for Mazda 3 BL 2009-2013. (Includes Mazdaspeed 3)
- 【Spring Rate】 Spring rate Front: 10 kg/mm (560 lbs/in) & Rear: 7 kg/mm (392 lbs/in); Spring preload: 7-10 mm. Hi Tensile...
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Coilover Suspensions Shock Struts Kits A...
- FITMENT: The Coilover Suspensions Kits fits for 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 for Mazda 3
- SAFETY AND COMFORT: Easy to control, significantly improves stability when bumping or cornering, effectively dampens...
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Godspeed MSS0300-A MonoSS Coilover Lower...
- Compatible With Mazda 3 (BK) 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009; Including Mazdaspeed
- Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 7 kg/mm || 4 kg/mm; Damping Levels: 16 Rebound Force Levels
- 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 16...
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J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK
- Heavy Duty T6-7075 Forged Aluminum Construction, Anodized Finish
- 25mm Outside Diameter / 50mm Height
- Open End Design, Spline Drive Style Locks
- Comes as a Set of 20 Lock Nuts / 1 Lock Key
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Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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Ouzorp Claw Marks Headlight Decal, Car S...
- AGGRESSIVE LOOK:Tired of that boring OEM look? "Claw Marks" makes your car look wild. Your car is like a beast! Look no further this is your most suitable choice... Color: Black, Red, Yellow,Blue,Green,Orange,White. Size: 15.75in...
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Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...
- Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...

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