2006 Mazda RX-8 — infotainment became glitchy after an OTA update — trying to narrow this down

Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2006 Mazda RX-8, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. Then you'll know the next fork. Stop there until you know. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.

Thanks — that narrowed it. I'm going to try the simpler check on the 2006 Mazda RX-8 first. Wrote this up on my lunch break.

I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2006 Mazda RX-8 before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. Do that first. I've seen both outcomes, which is why I'd test instead of assume. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.

Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2006 Mazda RX-8 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. Time, temperature, and whether it's in gear are the notes that actually help a shop. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.