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