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Old May 16, 2006 | 09:43 PM
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Originally Posted by RENESIS8
Went down to Garge R to install the ENDLESS brake pad & Steel braided hose. Mentioned to Wong about this problem & according to him, Most of the Type S has got this problem. All U have to do is to change the Steeling senosr and reset the
ECU. The whole process takes about 2 to 3 hours and the charges is about S$100 plus.


So, after u change the STEELING sensor + reset ECU, hoseh liao?
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Old May 17, 2006 | 05:06 AM
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the work shop manual does not state a steering sensor, I don have dealer here in Bangladesh, can you guys confirm me pls if possible which sensor it is or the part number?
thanks
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Old May 17, 2006 | 09:23 PM
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Originally Posted by snkpkp
the work shop manual does not state a steering sensor, I don have dealer here in Bangladesh, can you guys confirm me pls if possible which sensor it is or the part number?
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The so call steering sensor is actually termed a ' Torque Sensor' in Mazda's inventory list .
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Old May 18, 2006 | 08:17 PM
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Originally Posted by zavhan
The so call steering sensor is actually termed a ' Torque Sensor' in Mazda's inventory list .
I also have the same problem. probably the relay u mentioned earlier. Also noticed that the car used so many electrical charged parts, it dries up the batteries. i changed like 4 batteries over the last 2 years [Die hard batteries]. the worst part is no one seem to be able to solve the problem. and now since the Mazda dealers went bankrupt, i kinda given up hope.
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Old May 23, 2006 | 11:33 AM
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the torque sensor is an integral part of the steering gear (motor) and cannot be purchases separately if i am not wrong.
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Old Aug 25, 2006 | 11:31 PM
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Hi guys,

Just found this thread because I'm now havin the same stilly steering problem... so need you guys help and input.

Just wanted to know whats the final assessment of this problem??

Do we have to just change the sensor & reset ECU or change relay?? Have the other guys in this forum with this problem fixed it yet and if so what really needs to be changed?

Thanks

Dave
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Old Aug 27, 2006 | 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by davester
Hi guys,

Just found this thread because I'm now havin the same stilly steering problem... so need you guys help and input.

Just wanted to know whats the final assessment of this problem??

Do we have to just change the sensor & reset ECU or change relay?? Have the other guys in this forum with this problem fixed it yet and if so what really needs to be changed?

Thanks

Dave


The only 1 thing that I'm 100% sure to fix the problem is by change the entire sterring rack (it comes with the motor attached to it).

I've change that and it solve the problem.

Heard about people mentioning changing the torque sensor but nobody has one that in Singpaore yet....correct me if I am wrong.

2F2F formerly!!
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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 01:44 AM
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dude whats the damage on that.

I think when i hear the price i will sweat sia.
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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 02:07 AM
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Originally Posted by sgrenesis
dude whats the damage on that.

I think when i hear the price i will sweat sia.
derrick (low rider) problem is solved........ at quite a low cost... he is still observing now. If successful, will let u noe....
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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 03:29 AM
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Another question to you guys...

How potentially dangerous is this silly problem and how fast does the problem progress and get worse??

Am I supposed to avoid driving altogether ideally or just pray and hope for the best when driving and just take it real slow....


Dave
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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 05:37 AM
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Good to hear Derrick has found a lower cost solution. I guess it is to replace the torque sensor.

BTW, the entire steering rack cost about $1700-$1800, not including labour. Luckily mine change during warranty (3yrs) period.

Note: Initially, it vibrate when engine is very cold, then also virbate when engine is slightly warm (after parked for 2-3 hrs).
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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 06:46 AM
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Thanks for the update dude.

Actually it depends on luck. virus has this problem but hasnt gotten any worse but as for me its quite bad. Was exiting rochor and turning to suntec. The whole steering wheel jerked bout 5 times while turning, luckily its only five.

You just need to take it slow especially in corners thats all and try not to speed. Dont worry i am still driving mine everyday, love the car too much to let it stay in the parking lot for 1 day. :D
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Old Aug 28, 2006 | 06:11 PM
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Funny how this problem started...just out of the blue one day when startin up...

Its also wierd why when warmed up that the problem goes away... if there was some electrical or mechanical fault that shouldnt be the case at all...

The darn thing is my cars a PI hance no more warranty liao..shucks....just hope the problem doesn't get worse for my case too... currently is just a mild shudder in the am start up..

Dave
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Old Sep 26, 2006 | 09:52 AM
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solution

So did anyone found any solution to solve the problem yet, was told by GR that just need to replace the sensor. But been waiting for few months still no news from them. So i think to source for any place to get it replace fast before anything happen to me. Please advise
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Old Sep 26, 2006 | 02:53 PM
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So did anyone found any solution to solve the problem yet, was told by GR that just need to replace the sensor. But been waiting for few months still no news from them. So i think to source for any place to get it replace fast before anything happen to me. Please advise
many cars have come, and almost all have different solutions. Some change the relay, problem solved. Some doesnt. Serious case is change the entire steering rack. Confirm solve problem. If u r lucky, change the sensor, it may solve. If it does not, big face u have to change the steering rack.
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Old Sep 27, 2006 | 10:12 PM
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Originally Posted by coupe07
many cars have come, and almost all have different solutions. Some change the relay, problem solved. Some doesnt. Serious case is change the entire steering rack. Confirm solve problem. If u r lucky, change the sensor, it may solve. If it does not, big face u have to change the steering rack.
So can i came down to your workshop to have it check n solve
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Old Sep 27, 2006 | 10:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Er28
So can i came down to your workshop to have it check n solve
ok
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