My cx7 is in the shop for more than I want * Updated *
** UPDATE 11/03/2006**
Just called and was told that the faulty sensor was the "sun sensor". It threw a code but the tech said I would have never known it was bad if it didnt throw a code. Tech is going to call me with more info on what it is actually for. Maybe the sensor for the auto-on headlights? Anyhow, I am just waiting on the revised axle to come in then I get to pick her up. YAY!
** UPDATE **
Well I got a call from the service technician about my cx. The check engine light was on for several reasons actually. 1 was for some type of fuel related issue. They said it was thrown due to a blown fuse. They also said that there was a faulty temp sensor, not sure what temp sensor it was because I was kinda pre-occupied at work while talking to the guy. I also needed a PCM update apparently. They said that they could not duplicate the problem with the pinging so that good I guess. They are checking my vin to see if I fall into the TSB for the modified propellor shaft but the TSB says for AWD equipped and Im FWD. The tech guy said its a common prob on the 3's though so who knows. They ordered a part for it but got the wrong one in today so the ordered the right one and it should be in tomorrow. We'll see
Yesterday I decided to take her in for the new transaxle, CEL, the oil change and re-inpsection. I decided that I would also have them turn on the auto lock feature. I got there without an appt and they said they didnt have any loaners. I could drop it off but Id have to take an Enterprise car which I declined (no dodge neons or festivas for me). I made an appt for Thursday and left.
As I was leaving the dealership, I was moderatly accelerating and I started hearing very load chattering at 4,000 rpm which I believe to be detonation. I freaked because it wasnt the occasional hot day knock, it was a very pronounced chatter. I turned around and dropped the CX7 off and they were able to give me a Mazda Tribute as a loaner. Ironically when I started talking about the loud knocking in front of other customers, they went out of their way to get me out of there. Lets hope everything is ok.
By the way I have a GT with tech 3,040 miles and an April 06 build date.
** UPDATE 11/03/2006**
Just called and was told that the faulty sensor was the "sun sensor". It threw a code but the tech said I would have never known it was bad if it didnt throw a code. Tech is going to call me with more info on what it is actually for. Maybe the sensor for the auto-on headlights? Anyhow, I am just waiting on the revised axle to come in then I get to pick her up. YAY!
** UPDATE **
Well I got a call from the service technician about my cx. The check engine light was on for several reasons actually. 1 was for some type of fuel related issue. They said it was thrown due to a blown fuse. They also said that there was a faulty temp sensor, not sure what temp sensor it was because I was kinda pre-occupied at work while talking to the guy. I also needed a PCM update apparently. They said that they could not duplicate the problem with the pinging so that good I guess. They are checking my vin to see if I fall into the TSB for the modified propellor shaft but the TSB says for AWD equipped and Im FWD. The tech guy said its a common prob on the 3's though so who knows. They ordered a part for it but got the wrong one in today so the ordered the right one and it should be in tomorrow. We'll see
Yesterday I decided to take her in for the new transaxle, CEL, the oil change and re-inpsection. I decided that I would also have them turn on the auto lock feature. I got there without an appt and they said they didnt have any loaners. I could drop it off but Id have to take an Enterprise car which I declined (no dodge neons or festivas for me). I made an appt for Thursday and left.
As I was leaving the dealership, I was moderatly accelerating and I started hearing very load chattering at 4,000 rpm which I believe to be detonation. I freaked because it wasnt the occasional hot day knock, it was a very pronounced chatter. I turned around and dropped the CX7 off and they were able to give me a Mazda Tribute as a loaner. Ironically when I started talking about the loud knocking in front of other customers, they went out of their way to get me out of there. Lets hope everything is ok.
By the way I have a GT with tech 3,040 miles and an April 06 build date.
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