Hi all, I am new to the club. I have an old 2004 RX8 that I got off my son and was trying to have it fixed up to run well again. I have had most things fixed but have struck an issue that the local Mazda Dealer said they can fix but it is cost prohibitive. After getting a wheel speed sensor error, the dealer did an exhaustive study to test everything electrically from the speed sensors the wiring etc and back to the ABS/DSC module, all of the connections look ok. The next step they say is to replace the ABS/DSC module but it is really expensive. They told me that only a new module can fix the problem as a used one is tied to the vin of a previous car. A new one writes itself to the vin of the car it is hooked up to.
I was wondering if anyone has some advice on solving this problem. I should say I am not very mechanical or electrical but do have some friends who may be able to help.
thanks and I appreciate any advice on this.
thanks

 

You can code a used unit to work with your car......

 

That's great, do you have the details on how to do this or can you steer me to someone who might be able to help. I am based in Newcastle NSW Australia. thanks again.

 

I would suggest you give Simon at Promaz in Melb a call as he does quite a bit of work on RX8 and he has one in the RX8 Cup series. I am sure he would point you in the right direction. I have not had any need to do this myself as yet..... and hope not to! Good luck.

 

thanks I'll give him a call. cheers