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Had my 60,000 service done today. It was a little late, as the car has been involved in some "project" work till now. Even the engine light was flashing as she was overdue.
Here is the most incredible part... The cost. $334.29 including GST. That also included a wheel alignment at $30.
I thought this service was supposed to include the fuel filter, which is part of the sealed in-tank pump assembly. I thought that was going to be like $600. Need to check this out. Maybe it was the 80K?
Anyway, what else to report?... The actual service was only $149.50, plus the parts.
Oil Filter = $10.85
Sump plug gasket = $0.38
Air cleaner element = $86.34
Oil 3.6L @ 13.95/L = $50.22 (TXT)
Workshop supplies = $7.00
Got the SM's car for the day, an SP23 manual. More sluggish than I anticipated.
The recalls were done, and the battery, starter motor and plugs were done under warranty. I love the new starter. More keen for a starter button now![Wink](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wink.gif)
Problems...
Wheel alignment is a poofteenth out, so I'll have to get them to adjust. I'm a particuarly particular sort of fellow
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They didn't reset the flashing engine light. In fact I doubt they even plugged the WDS in to check for the re-flash. Not to worry, it already has the correct flash, courtesy of a previous encounter with the flashing equipment.
Edit: I checked the DTC this morning, it was for "Rear rotor misfire". DTC read and cleared with sCANalyser, and will I can monitor it if it happens again.
Cheers,
Hymee.
Here is the most incredible part... The cost. $334.29 including GST. That also included a wheel alignment at $30.
I thought this service was supposed to include the fuel filter, which is part of the sealed in-tank pump assembly. I thought that was going to be like $600. Need to check this out. Maybe it was the 80K?
Anyway, what else to report?... The actual service was only $149.50, plus the parts.
Oil Filter = $10.85
Sump plug gasket = $0.38
Air cleaner element = $86.34
Oil 3.6L @ 13.95/L = $50.22 (TXT)
Workshop supplies = $7.00
Got the SM's car for the day, an SP23 manual. More sluggish than I anticipated.
The recalls were done, and the battery, starter motor and plugs were done under warranty. I love the new starter. More keen for a starter button now
![Wink](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wink.gif)
Problems...
Wheel alignment is a poofteenth out, so I'll have to get them to adjust. I'm a particuarly particular sort of fellow
![Wink](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wink.gif)
They didn't reset the flashing engine light. In fact I doubt they even plugged the WDS in to check for the re-flash. Not to worry, it already has the correct flash, courtesy of a previous encounter with the flashing equipment.
Edit: I checked the DTC this morning, it was for "Rear rotor misfire". DTC read and cleared with sCANalyser, and will I can monitor it if it happens again.
Cheers,
Hymee.
Last edited by Hymee; 10-07-2005 at 07:24 PM.
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Had my 50,000k done along with my recall, Slaven Mazda in Phillip
Labour $88.00
Workshop supplies $15.00 (??)
Oil disposal $8.00
5L Rotary Oil $49.50 (1.25L in the boot)
Oil Filter $8.76
Sump plug Gasket $0.75
TOTAL (inc GST) $187.00
Free loan car (Mazda2 auto)
No wash -- we still have water restrictions; the lot cars are a bit dusty, too, so I'm ok with this
Oh, Ok, while I've got 'em
40,000 Service
Labour $272.80
Consumables $ 53.68
Parts $101.52 (inc the pollen filter)
TOTAL (inc GST) $470.80
20,000 Service
Labour $92.40
Consumables $12.00
Parts $52.62
TOTAl (inc GST) $172.70
Thought I'd have the others....will edit this when I find them
Labour $88.00
Workshop supplies $15.00 (??)
Oil disposal $8.00
5L Rotary Oil $49.50 (1.25L in the boot)
Oil Filter $8.76
Sump plug Gasket $0.75
TOTAL (inc GST) $187.00
Free loan car (Mazda2 auto)
No wash -- we still have water restrictions; the lot cars are a bit dusty, too, so I'm ok with this
Oh, Ok, while I've got 'em
40,000 Service
Labour $272.80
Consumables $ 53.68
Parts $101.52 (inc the pollen filter)
TOTAL (inc GST) $470.80
20,000 Service
Labour $92.40
Consumables $12.00
Parts $52.62
TOTAl (inc GST) $172.70
Thought I'd have the others....will edit this when I find them
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#228
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Originally Posted by Hymee
Had my 60,000 service done today. ... The cost. $334.29 including GST. That also included a wheel alignment at $30.
Very strange! My SM specifically said to me today "the next one (ie 60,000k) is the big one"
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Originally Posted by Hymee
I thought this service was supposed to include the fuel filter, which is part of the sealed in-tank pump assembly. I thought that was going to be like $600. Need to check this out. Maybe it was the 80K?.....
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Originally Posted by Hymee
They didn't reset the flashing engine light for o'due service. In fact I doubt they even plugged the WDS in to check for the re-flash. Not to worry, it already has the correct flash, courtesy of a previous encounter with the flashing equipment.
Cheers,
Hymee.
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My appologies. I have just had a chance to look at it again, and I did infact have a DTC. Rear Rotor Misfire. Cleared it with sCANalyser and all is OK. It heppened at only about 1800 RPM from the freeze frame log.
It is wierd, becuase I had this situation prior to the service, and I checked the DTC's then and there wasn't one. That is why I thought the flashing CEL/MIL was for the o-due service.
I'll edit my post. My appology if I made the service guys look bad. The fact is, it still left the dealership with a DTC.
It wasn't the "too-much-power" DTC. She is stock. BTW - Never too much power!!!
It is wierd, becuase I had this situation prior to the service, and I checked the DTC's then and there wasn't one. That is why I thought the flashing CEL/MIL was for the o-due service.
I'll edit my post. My appology if I made the service guys look bad. The fact is, it still left the dealership with a DTC.
It wasn't the "too-much-power" DTC. She is stock. BTW - Never too much power!!!
#234
rev it up
I have my car booked for new front brake pads and the battery,spark plug and starter motor upgrade....I look forward to a quicker start.
I also hope it will iron out some of the rough idling I am getting since the last service. I also recently developed a flashing security light in the dash
. This occurs after I take the key out of the ignition.
skc
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I also hope it will iron out some of the rough idling I am getting since the last service. I also recently developed a flashing security light in the dash
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skc
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Originally Posted by Hymee
Got the SM's car for the day, an SP23 manual. More sluggish than I anticipated.
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Originally Posted by skc
I also recently developed a flashing security light in the dash
. This occurs after I take the key out of the ignition.
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Isn't it to act as a deterrent to prospective thieves?
#240
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Originally Posted by Revolver
Well, what a surprise! I'm sure most things feel a tad 'sluggish' compared to what you've been driving.
:D :D
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PS - 6 is for sale... anyone ?
Cheers,
Hymee.
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I had a little Mazda2 loan car, which had over 15,000 on the clock. That little thing howled. It had obviously been broken in by the 'prentiss on the burger run
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Think you meant to say 'piqued' Stuart
:D :D
Hmm, maybe not. English is a funny beast. 'Peaked' probably works just as well.
<Struggling to get back on topic>
Yep, fill us in on the rotor misfire Hymee.
Is the 6 a wagon??
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Hmm, maybe not. English is a funny beast. 'Peaked' probably works just as well.
<Struggling to get back on topic>
Yep, fill us in on the rotor misfire Hymee.
Is the 6 a wagon??
#246
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Originally Posted by ILIV48
This rear rotor misfire has peaked my attention. Can you keep us updated as you find out more!
Cheers
Cheers
Well I'm pretty sure it is a result of our learning experience. I think I damaged the crank angle wheel or sensor during the early failed attemps with the toothed belt. Not hard to fix, and something that we know to pay attention to in the future. Going to poly-V drive has probably removed 90% or more of the cause.
Well - sort of on topic :o
Cheers,
Hymee.
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i had my 20K service yesterday. they did the recall. suspension ok and they fitted the heat shielding. they checked the starter and battery and have ordered new ones for a replacement. i have to bring it in again for fitting. i mentioned a rattle in the right rear door and in the parcel shelf. a loose speaker screw and door clip were found. i also had a screw in the front right tyre which was repaired. the spark plugs were not changed though. they checked the ECU but did not mention if it was upgraded. all in all, $337. not bad. i was happy with the result.
cheers
mike
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#248
Had mine done on Friday. 30k service (oil change basically), and recall.
Also got my gearbox oil replaced (Redline MT90, noticeable improvement IMO).
Mentioned the cranking issue the day before the service (my car is early 04) and had battery, plugs and starter replaced on service day.
Total cost (inc gearbox oil change) $285. Satisifed customer. Good one Eurocars Mazda Artarmon. I have almost forgiven you for installing my rear swaybar upside down![Smilie](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Also - they readjusted my handbrake. Fairly standard anywhere else but they had never done it before. This just after our recent thread on how weak the RX8 handbrake was. Maybe the forums do get noticed!
The service notes stated a 'heat insulated pad kit' was used for the recall, no mention of WDS updates apart from the usual service notes but that doesn't tell you much anyway.
Also got my gearbox oil replaced (Redline MT90, noticeable improvement IMO).
Mentioned the cranking issue the day before the service (my car is early 04) and had battery, plugs and starter replaced on service day.
Total cost (inc gearbox oil change) $285. Satisifed customer. Good one Eurocars Mazda Artarmon. I have almost forgiven you for installing my rear swaybar upside down
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Also - they readjusted my handbrake. Fairly standard anywhere else but they had never done it before. This just after our recent thread on how weak the RX8 handbrake was. Maybe the forums do get noticed!
The service notes stated a 'heat insulated pad kit' was used for the recall, no mention of WDS updates apart from the usual service notes but that doesn't tell you much anyway.
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Had my 20K service done a couple of weeks ago by West End Mazda North Parramatta. Cost: $247.20. They also did the heat shield recall and tried to track down a rattle somewhere in the rear parcel shelf. Got a complimentary chamois in the mail this week as a thank-you.
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10000k service Wood Bros Mazda, Perth
$110 service
$24 rotate and balance wheels
$5.50 hazardous waste disposal
$12.20 oil filter
$54.90 5l rotary oil
$238.50 all up
Not overly happy, really;
-No ECU flash done - mine is the "latest" (they haven't released one in over 6 months?? can someone confirm this?). I didn't ask what version it has.
-Compained about a minor rattle which they couldn't find after 40minutes of driving the vehicle (great, which apprentice gets that job??)
-Grease on floor mats
-Complained about "clunky" change from 1st - 2nd. Couldn't find anything wrong. If I noticed this as soon as I drove out, why can't professional car people??
-Charged for 5l of oil, excess oil nowhere to be seen
Positives;
-Replaced rear right tail light after complaining about water leaking - under warranty no questions asked
-Ordered a new gear shift **** (illuminated) as cap is rattling, under warranty, no questions asked
-They normally wash and vacuum as part of the service (even though I requested these NOT be done, which they obliged).
Overall, I don't think I'd go back.
$110 service
$24 rotate and balance wheels
$5.50 hazardous waste disposal
$12.20 oil filter
$54.90 5l rotary oil
$238.50 all up
Not overly happy, really;
-No ECU flash done - mine is the "latest" (they haven't released one in over 6 months?? can someone confirm this?). I didn't ask what version it has.
-Compained about a minor rattle which they couldn't find after 40minutes of driving the vehicle (great, which apprentice gets that job??)
-Grease on floor mats
-Complained about "clunky" change from 1st - 2nd. Couldn't find anything wrong. If I noticed this as soon as I drove out, why can't professional car people??
-Charged for 5l of oil, excess oil nowhere to be seen
Positives;
-Replaced rear right tail light after complaining about water leaking - under warranty no questions asked
-Ordered a new gear shift **** (illuminated) as cap is rattling, under warranty, no questions asked
-They normally wash and vacuum as part of the service (even though I requested these NOT be done, which they obliged).
Overall, I don't think I'd go back.