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Replying to: user777 (Jul 18, 2006 8:18 am) |
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Replying to: tcc21 (Jul 17, 2006 9:56 pm)
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Replying to: tcc21 (Jul 17, 2006 9:56 pm) |
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Replying to: jipster (Jul 19, 2006 4:53 am)
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Replying to: tcc21 (Jul 20, 2006 8:57 pm) The Autozone salesman didn't go under the hood, they just attached the reading device to something under my dash...took about 30 seconds. I don't know if they would need to "go under the hood" on the MPV. Whatever the diagnostic shows, write it down and research to see if any further diagnostics is needed. I went to Autozone with my Buick, when they tested it my mass airflow sensor came up with a maulfunction. When I took it to the dealership to get it fixed, the dealership stated the diagnostic fee was $89.I stated I already had it diagnosed at Autozone. They stated it was just a general diagnosis and it really doesn't say how to fix it as there are a multitude of problems that could be related etc etc. So, they said they could replace the mass airflow sensor but couldnt guarantee that would fix it. So, I told them to go ahead and run the diagnostics again. They did and it was indeed the mass airflow sensor. If I had gambled I would have saved $89. But, at least I had the info going in so they didn't try to sell me a new engine or something. If Autozones diagnostics shows a faulty part...ask for a price from them. Dealerships will probably charge double for the part. If you know a mechanic who could put it in for you it could save ya some money. Good luck.
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Replying to: jipster (Jul 21, 2006 5:41 am) I had my MAF trip the check engine light in my Olds Intrigue. Got the car scanned and printed out the code (also clear the code). I posted on Edmunds and someone suggested cleaning the MAF first. So i spent 10 minutes cleaning the MAF and haven't tripped the check engine light in 8 months. this is why I suggested that the poster put the code on here first. Also get a print out if the store provides it.
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Replying to: dtownfb (Jul 21, 2006 8:53 am) After paying to have it replaced, I talked to a friend that said what you wrote. It could have been cleaned. Or, that it was a simple job (30 minutes) and he could have done it for me. It wouldn't surprise me at all if it didn't need replacement...though the car was hesitating, rpm fluctuating reguardless of throttle input...and cutting out on occasion. Yep, I should have been more patient and posted here or sought out others opinions before going to the dealership, maybe would have saved me some money. I should have asked for the part as well...would have helped me understand the problem, should it happen again in the future.
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Replying to: jipster (Jul 21, 2006 1:01 pm) |
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Replying to: jimhefpgh (Jul 11, 2006 8:35 pm) That's what I should have done - instead I took it to my Mazda dealer and sure enough the problem was a code PO302 "misfire #2 cylinder". They replaced the coil just for that cylinder. They charged me $88 for the part and 127.50 for the diagnostic and labor to replace. Just out of curiosity, I checked at Autozone for what they would charge me for one coil - only $45!! So the dealer is charging about double what your local autoparts store is selling it for. Anyways, the van runs great now. |
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Hello all, it has been a while (couple years) since I last posted. We have 2002 which has been pretty good to us, but recently it started shifting a little hard. My wife then called me this morning and said it was making a clunking noise and the O/D light was blinking. I searched the site and found some info, but it was all scattered and was answers to questions in previous e-mails that I couldn't see. Any info would be appreciated. 
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