Gearbox problem
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Re: Gearbox problem
Quick update.
I bite the bullet and slowly drove up north to WCA. I was so afraid my car would break down halfway. But in the end, it was all worth it. The problem was diagnosed to be the ignition coil problem and not the dreadful gearbox problem. so damn relieved. I thought i'm gg to spend more than RM$6k to overhaul my gearbox but end up i spend much lesser to only replace the 4 ignition coil. I feel my pick up more responsive and overall the drive turns out better than normal!
I also saved on the diagnostic cost which should be ard $80sgd.
canuck78;1085167 said:
Quick update.
I bite the bullet and slowly drove up north to WCA. I was so afraid my car would break down halfway. But in the end, it was all worth it. The problem was diagnosed to be the ignition coil problem and not the dreadful gearbox problem. so damn relieved. I thought i'm gg to spend more than RM$6k to overhaul my gearbox but end up i spend much lesser to only replace the 4 ignition coil. I feel my pick up more responsive and overall the drive turns out better than normal!
I also saved on the diagnostic cost which should be ard $80sgd.
canuck78
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Re: Gearbox problem
This is strange, your gearbox hard jerk and difficulty engaging gearbox could be related to bad coils - since engine is misfiring.
The gearbox error sign and switching to manual mode shouldn't be related to coil problem.
Glad all is well given Francis would have scan your car codes and done the necessary for your car.
This is strange, your gearbox hard jerk and difficulty engaging gearbox could be related to bad coils - since engine is misfiring.
The gearbox error sign and switching to manual mode shouldn't be related to coil problem.
Glad all is well given Francis would have scan your car codes and done the necessary for your car.
Re: Gearbox problem
Yes who would have tot it's all due to ignition coil. I described my problem over the phone to Francis and he can tell that it's the coil problem and not the gearbox! Clap clap!
He told me still can drive that's why I dare to drive up.
End up I only replaced 4 coils. Heng ar. If it's really gearbox it could have been at least $6k to overhaul.
canuck78;1085399 said:
Yes who would have tot it's all due to ignition coil. I described my problem over the phone to Francis and he can tell that it's the coil problem and not the gearbox! Clap clap!
He told me still can drive that's why I dare to drive up.
End up I only replaced 4 coils. Heng ar. If it's really gearbox it could have been at least $6k to overhaul.
canuck78
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Gearbox problem
You have to be mentally prepared for more repair bills down the road as E90 can be quite heavy on wear and tear esp if you just taken over this ride.
Even for those that keep to strict maintenance schedule and preventative replacement, some repairs are unavoidable on and off.
Small problems can fix in Singapore WS. Bigger repairs may be worth it to bring up North. Keep a few good WS in hand to maintain this baby in good running condition.
You have to be mentally prepared for more repair bills down the road as E90 can be quite heavy on wear and tear esp if you just taken over this ride.
Even for those that keep to strict maintenance schedule and preventative replacement, some repairs are unavoidable on and off.
Small problems can fix in Singapore WS. Bigger repairs may be worth it to bring up North. Keep a few good WS in hand to maintain this baby in good running condition.
Red_Bean_Bun
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Re: Gearbox problem
OMG ..... Over the phone diagnosis ...... Francis is psychic.
Is this the beginning of the end for non-psychic workshops ?
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OMG ..... Over the phone diagnosis ...... Francis is psychic.
Is this the beginning of the end for non-psychic workshops ?
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jeremylby;1085402 said:
Vansoh
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Re: Gearbox problem
this happened recently to me,
driving on the highway nearing my office and suddenly the engine overheat amber lights came out.
reduced speed, kept to the left and exited highway and slowly make my way towards office in eunos.
when was about to reach, the engine overheat red light came out and shortly after; the battery discharged light came on too.
thinking this time up lorry liao, so park one side and called a local workshop and told him what happened.
as Im pretty near the workshop in paya ubi, he told me to rest the car for awhile and let the engine cool off.
after that, drive slowly to his workshop.
it must be the belt that has broke, he said.
true enough, I popped the bonnet open and I can see the broken belt.
after resting drove slowly to the workshop.
when I reached, the belt; pulley and tensioner has already arrived and is waiting for me.
they chop chop changed the parts and im out in 30mins.
I ask the boss how did he know the belt is broken when I describe it over the phone, the answer was that he have heard of it numerous time.
belt broke, that y engine start to overheat,
as the belt is connected to the alternator, therefore the battery discharged light will follow soon after.
this happened recently to me,
driving on the highway nearing my office and suddenly the engine overheat amber lights came out.
reduced speed, kept to the left and exited highway and slowly make my way towards office in eunos.
when was about to reach, the engine overheat red light came out and shortly after; the battery discharged light came on too.
thinking this time up lorry liao, so park one side and called a local workshop and told him what happened.
as Im pretty near the workshop in paya ubi, he told me to rest the car for awhile and let the engine cool off.
after that, drive slowly to his workshop.
it must be the belt that has broke, he said.
true enough, I popped the bonnet open and I can see the broken belt.
after resting drove slowly to the workshop.
when I reached, the belt; pulley and tensioner has already arrived and is waiting for me.
they chop chop changed the parts and im out in 30mins.
I ask the boss how did he know the belt is broken when I describe it over the phone, the answer was that he have heard of it numerous time.
belt broke, that y engine start to overheat,
as the belt is connected to the alternator, therefore the battery discharged light will follow soon after.
Re: Gearbox problem
Ur sarcasm is not required here. This is a forum for sharing and I'm just sharing my experience. Whether other forummers use his service is their own choice. I do not point my gun at them nor do I benefit from such sharing.
Please buzz off.
Red_Bean_Bun;1085475 said:
Ur sarcasm is not required here. This is a forum for sharing and I'm just sharing my experience. Whether other forummers use his service is their own choice. I do not point my gun at them nor do I benefit from such sharing.
Please buzz off.
Re: Gearbox problem
Ur sarcasm is not required here. This is a forum for sharing and I'm just sharing my experience. Whether other forummers use his service is their own choice. I do not point my gun at them nor do I benefit from such sharing.
Please buzz off.
Red_Bean_Bun;1085475 said:
Ur sarcasm is not required here. This is a forum for sharing and I'm just sharing my experience. Whether other forummers use his service is their own choice. I do not point my gun at them nor do I benefit from such sharing.
Please buzz off.
Re: Gearbox problem
Another thing I forgot to mention. Some ws charged $80 bucks just to pluck in laptop and do a diagnosis. Omg. So far I was never charged by wca for diagnosis. Maybe I shouldn't compare apple to orange. But the fact that local workshops always try to reap us off irks me.
Red_Bean_Bun;1085475 said:
Another thing I forgot to mention. Some ws charged $80 bucks just to pluck in laptop and do a diagnosis. Omg. So far I was never charged by wca for diagnosis. Maybe I shouldn't compare apple to orange. But the fact that local workshops always try to reap us off irks me.
