Scheduled Service Cost (All Aussie States)
08-22-2006, 07:51 AM
#376
'06 Nats coolest car!
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Posts: 354
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Errr no, 'mez, they didn't. I'll mention that.
Penfold Mazda (Burwood).
Oh and they reflashed the PCM so I wonder what version it is now...
Penfold Mazda (Burwood).
Oh and they reflashed the PCM so I wonder what version it is now...
Last edited by yellowrx8inoz; 08-22-2006 at 07:57 AM.
08-22-2006, 12:59 PM
#378
Shifty Bastard.
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Melbourne, Australia.
Posts: 4,835
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by skc
Is the engine mount a standatd warranty fix or does it apply for certain circumstances.
I am keen to get this looked at before my warranty expires.
skc
I am keen to get this looked at before my warranty expires.
skc
If you don't need them, they won't replace them.
08-22-2006, 06:32 PM
#380
'06 Nats coolest car!
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Posts: 354
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Gomez
A number of people have reported "excessive" gear lever movement at idle or under acceleration. The right engine mount is close to the exhaust and can fail due to heat damage. The upgraded mounts have a heat shield fitted.
If you don't need them, they won't replace them.
If you don't need them, they won't replace them.
08-23-2006, 03:08 AM
#383
Banned
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 371
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by xxup
I am only getting one mount - the right hand one is sagging.. Is this correct?? 
Michael
08-23-2006, 03:18 AM
#384
Red goes faster
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Posts: 167
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Warranty
Hi
I haven't posted for a v.v. long time again and wasn't sure where to post this.
Recently i was having a bit of trouble getting the car to start and thought i may be in need of a new battery - my car's a 2004 with 47000kms, so i went to essendon mazda who quoted me $145 - not bad, happy with this
Anyway they checked out the battery and said i actually needed a new starter motor, new spark plugs and i would get a new battery.
Awesome the whole lot was covered under the mazda warranty and cost $0.00.
I'll see who ever is going on the Melbourne cruise this Sunday - can't wait
I haven't posted for a v.v. long time again and wasn't sure where to post this.
Recently i was having a bit of trouble getting the car to start and thought i may be in need of a new battery - my car's a 2004 with 47000kms, so i went to essendon mazda who quoted me $145 - not bad, happy with this
Anyway they checked out the battery and said i actually needed a new starter motor, new spark plugs and i would get a new battery.
Awesome the whole lot was covered under the mazda warranty and cost $0.00.
I'll see who ever is going on the Melbourne cruise this Sunday - can't wait
08-23-2006, 03:20 AM
#385
Red goes faster
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Posts: 167
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by yellowrx8inoz
Yep, those are my symptoms, as well as a lot of vibration at idle that sets the dash a-rattling. We'll see what the new mounts do for all that. It's gradually got worse since I first got the car.
08-23-2006, 08:38 PM
#386
Shootin' from the hip
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Sydney, Australia
Posts: 7,584
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Rix Red8
Anyway they checked out the battery and said i actually needed a new starter motor, new spark plugs and i would get a new battery.
Awesome the whole lot was covered under the mazda warranty and cost $0.00.
Awesome the whole lot was covered under the mazda warranty and cost $0.00.
Quite a lot of us with older cars (i.e. pre July '04 cars) have had that upgrade done for free (i.e. under warranty).
I had it done and it made a world of difference to start-up.
08-23-2006, 08:56 PM
#387
Shifty Bastard.
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Melbourne, Australia.
Posts: 4,835
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by xxup
I am only getting one mount - the right hand one is sagging.. Is this correct??
My Feb 04 car still has both it's original mounts......I wouldn't sweat it if they only replace the right mount.
08-23-2006, 08:58 PM
#388
Shootin' from the hip
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Sydney, Australia
Posts: 7,584
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Gomez
My Feb 04 car still has both it's original mounts.
08-23-2006, 09:19 PM
#389
Shifty Bastard.
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Melbourne, Australia.
Posts: 4,835
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Revolver
Are you at all concerned about long-term issues? Why not get them upgraded while still under warranty?
They mightn't ever fail.
08-23-2006, 09:27 PM
#390
Shootin' from the hip
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Sydney, Australia
Posts: 7,584
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Gomez
I can't expect them to be changed if there is no fault with them. I have to trust my dealer will do the right thing by me if they fail in say......June next year.
They mightn't ever fail.
They mightn't ever fail.
Personally, I'd be concerned that over time the heat might affect the right mount and lead to failure outside the warranty period. Not suggesting you would necessarily lack redress in that situation but the preventative replacement would make me rest easier on the issue.
08-27-2006, 12:11 AM
#391
Red goes faster
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Posts: 167
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Revolver
Rick,
Quite a lot of us with older cars (i.e. pre July '04 cars) have had that upgrade done for free (i.e. under warranty).
I had it done and it made a world of difference to start-up.
Quite a lot of us with older cars (i.e. pre July '04 cars) have had that upgrade done for free (i.e. under warranty).
I had it done and it made a world of difference to start-up.
08-27-2006, 03:30 AM
#392
Registered User
Originally Posted by Gomez
Others have had both changed, however the heat damage I mentioned earlier is only suffered by the right mount.....it's very close to the exhaust manifold.
My Feb 04 car still has both it's original mounts......I wouldn't sweat it if they only replace the right mount.
My Feb 04 car still has both it's original mounts......I wouldn't sweat it if they only replace the right mount.
09-01-2006, 05:53 PM
#393
Shootin' from the hip
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Sydney, Australia
Posts: 7,584
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Had a 'stopgap' service done by Brookvale Mazda yesterday (i.e. 6 months since the last one but not a 'designated' service). Kms are 26,514 atm.
As noted in the other thread, they also had to reinstall the heat insulation to correct the recall work done last year. New parts used and of course no charge for that. Was also satisfied that they gave me an explanation for why the work was necessary.
Otherwise, basic oil and filter change and check over. Locks, hinges and latches were lubed, all oil levels checked, interior and exterior lights checked, tyre (good) and brake condition checked (60% left on EBC fronts, 65% left on OEM rears), full vehicle inspection and 'road test' (for some reason this is always deemed necessary ).
As requested they put the leftover MRO in the boot together with another 5 litres for topup purposes (I'd run out at home).
Labour - 72.00
Parts
10l of MRO - 140.26
plug - 1.81
filter - 12.66
Workshop supplies and enviro levy - 18.00
Total - $269.20 incl GST.
Some will say $72.00 is a lot to change the oil and check out the car but it saves my time having to do it and builds up a solid service history on the car. I'm satisfied with Crookie atm. They are punctual, courteous and give the car a quick wash for free (not a great one but it gets rid of the worst of the dirt). They're also prepared to drive you somewhere (local) if need be but I tend to just grab the bus around the corner.
As noted in the other thread, they also had to reinstall the heat insulation to correct the recall work done last year. New parts used and of course no charge for that. Was also satisfied that they gave me an explanation for why the work was necessary.
Otherwise, basic oil and filter change and check over. Locks, hinges and latches were lubed, all oil levels checked, interior and exterior lights checked, tyre (good) and brake condition checked (60% left on EBC fronts, 65% left on OEM rears), full vehicle inspection and 'road test' (for some reason this is always deemed necessary
).As requested they put the leftover MRO in the boot together with another 5 litres for topup purposes (I'd run out at home).
Labour - 72.00
Parts
10l of MRO - 140.26
plug - 1.81
filter - 12.66
Workshop supplies and enviro levy - 18.00
Total - $269.20 incl GST.
Some will say $72.00 is a lot to change the oil and check out the car but it saves my time having to do it and builds up a solid service history on the car. I'm satisfied with Crookie atm. They are punctual, courteous and give the car a quick wash for free (not a great one but it gets rid of the worst of the dirt). They're also prepared to drive you somewhere (local) if need be but I tend to just grab the bus around the corner.
Last edited by Revolver; 09-01-2006 at 05:55 PM.
09-11-2006, 02:11 AM
#394
Shifty Bastard.
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Melbourne, Australia.
Posts: 4,835
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
50,000km service at City Mazda in Melbourne as follows:
1Hr labour- $72
5l Mazda Rotary Oil- $70.13
Sump Plug Gasket- $1.25
Oil Filter- $12.50
W/shop Supplies & Enviro levy- $8.00
GST- $16.38
Total- $180.26
Positives: They didn't wash the car (because I asked that it not be washed).
Negatives: I asked them to fix the age old drivers seat squeak and they tightened the rotary crest in the headrest.........
I'll fix it myself tomorrow.
Cheers,
Gomez.
1Hr labour- $72
5l Mazda Rotary Oil- $70.13
Sump Plug Gasket- $1.25
Oil Filter- $12.50
W/shop Supplies & Enviro levy- $8.00
GST- $16.38
Total- $180.26
Positives: They didn't wash the car (because I asked that it not be washed).
Negatives: I asked them to fix the age old drivers seat squeak and they tightened the rotary crest in the headrest.........
I'll fix it myself tomorrow.
Cheers,
Gomez.
09-11-2006, 02:14 AM
#397
Shifty Bastard.
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Melbourne, Australia.
Posts: 4,835
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by MissyK
wow the rotary oil price went up, I paid about $50 for a 5L bottle
