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Old 06-03-2006, 04:23 AM
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Cracked button

All out of a sudden, the button for the rear window defroster cracked.. Is it hard to replace it?
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Old 06-03-2006, 11:33 AM
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It's a known problem - warranty issue. Take it to the dealer and they should take care of it.

I have this too - didn't bother to get it replaced. Maybe next time I bring the car in... although I'm not too crazy about the idea of those mechanics ripping out the head unit... I may remove it myself beforehand. I don't trust those folks with taking care enough not to break something.
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Thanks mate, I'll get it fixed when I take my car in for service.
Old 06-03-2006, 12:24 PM
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do you guys often use the defrost buttons. i often see this problem w/ only the defrost buttons so iono... i don't usually use mine
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No, I rarely use it - still cracked.
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Mine was replaced under warranty last week. I rarely use them either. Must be a stress point there or something. If you are going to take it in, you may want to call ahead. My dealer had to order it. It took a few days and another trip to the dealer.
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First post ^.^

ya test drove 2 8's b4 buying mine and they both had cracked defrost buttons odd that it's so common <shrug>
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LOL mine has cracked defrost button too and i just thought something i had to live with. Well time to call Mazda so i can get the recalls and that darn button fixed.
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sucks...
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Mine also is cracked in the exact same spot. I live in Cali and never use that stinking button. Another problem is that cheap ashtray lid/cover, I already glued it once and it cracked again.
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the ashtray cover cracks too?
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where is it said that it is covered under warranty
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Originally Posted by chasingthedragon
where is it said that it is covered under warranty
More important when it comes to warranty.......Where does it say that it is not covered?
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Sucks.

Whenever I see pics of the auto climate control 8's, I get HVAC envy. I hear it doesn't work that great in auto, but its so nice to have!
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