2009 Mazda6 GTi 6MT w/Sunroof
Stereo Replacement
Pics Inside
Pics Outside
Pending Projects:
- Door Speakers (waiting on 8x6 adapters and 1 inch spacers)
- Door Tweeters
- Auto-dim for stereo via DEI 545T Nite-Lite module
- Wolo BadBoy 419
Planned Upgrades
- Rear DVD
- Swap steering wheel controls out for "i Sport" controls ($84)
- Wire up OEM Aux-in ($14)
- Investigate sound dampening for rear deck
- Add amplified Alpine 6.5" speakers to rear deck (need cut out)
- Center, Rear Subwoofer upgrade
- Add speed-lock/IGN unlock module
- Investigate DRL style from Canada
Purchases/upgrades:
- Shop Manual, Wiring Diagram
- Nav Install (bluetooth and iPod)
- Matching Britax Car Seat
- 35% Madico Charcool tint (CT Legal)
Mazdaspeed upgrades I hope to see:
- Short-Throw Shifter
- Front and Rear Swaybars
Missing Features:
- Auto-locks at 10/15mph and unlock with engine off
- DRLs
- HIDs do not auto level
- Rear console HVAC
- Rear accessory outlet
- Backup Sensors
BOSE Problems:
- Bluetooth ring volume uncontrollable
- Bluetooth microphone poor quality
- Fog lights have little utility
- GSM phones cause audio interference
Other Complaints:
- Homelink Mirror Range is poor