Mazda 3 MPS Gen I problems you have had, warranty fixes

[Nexus]

Mine's in again tomorrow after replacement shock and bump-stops failed to resolve knock and tap noises

knock on driveways and on road bumps - appears to be coming from left, but not so sure today - right side impacts seem to produce it also, just less.
Tap on engage of clutch or sudden loading change - launch or lift-off at higher rpm in a low gear.

My bet at present is with an engine or gearbox mount - the tap sounds exactly the same as my SP23 did when it's engine mount went. Hopefully they find it tomorrow...I didn't leave them enough fuel or time for a road test last week...

Have to say that I'm glad to have a dealer who doesn't dismiss concerns - took tech for drive - tech goes "yep I hear that", service go "do you want to leave it here today?" and I go "How about tomorrow" and service say "No worries, we've just had it off the road for two days though, so keen to get it sorted for you..."

Wippells in Twmba - prob won't mean much for many of you - I'm not aware of any other members out this way?

[TD]

Wippells in Twmba - prob won't mean much for many of you - I'm not aware of any other members out this way?

About 10 years ago when I had my old Astina SP I was in town and got it serviced/fixed there. Best service it ever had.

Turned out that I'd gone to school with the service manager...shows how long ago I was at school that I can't remember his name...

[2XS]

I had my new water pump and coolant fitted today, 31,000kms. Lets see how long this one lasts.....Hope it lasts till I sell it. Its an 10/06 build, so, things seems to say I got a good one.

[Nexus]

Well, still in the workshop. They're planning to replace strut tops tomorrow.

Mine's in again tomorrow after replacement shock and bump-stops failed to resolve knock and tap noises

knock on driveways and on road bumps - appears to be coming from left, but not so sure today - right side impacts seem to produce it also, just less.
Tap on engage of clutch or sudden loading change - launch or lift-off at higher rpm in a low gear.

My bet at present is with an engine or gearbox mount - the tap sounds exactly the same as my SP23 did when it's engine mount went. Hopefully they find it tomorrow...I didn't leave them enough fuel or time for a road test last week...

Have to say that I'm glad to have a dealer who doesn't dismiss concerns - took tech for drive - tech goes "yep I hear that", service go "do you want to leave it here today?" and I go "How about tomorrow" and service say "No worries, we've just had it off the road for two days though, so keen to get it sorted for you..."

Wippells in Twmba - prob won't mean much for many of you - I'm not aware of any other members out this way?

[VGP]

1. Passenger seat belt clasp squeaking, replaced
2.Rear shock leaking, replaced
3.Drivers seatbelt clasp squeaking, lubricated
4.Front susp. squeaking, lower control arms noisy, both fronts replaced
5.Brake fluid leak, reservoir cap not sealing, replaced
6.Clunking when driving, rear engine/gearbox mount, replaced

Had the car picked up today, when I got home I took it for a drive..... REAR ENGINE MOUNT IS STILL KNOCKING AND CLUNKING AROUND!

Not very happy about this, I am seriously beginning to wonder about the competence of the mechanics at the service centre. 8:30 tomorrow I'll be having a nice chat to them.

Can now add, Near side engine mount relaced and driveshafts lubricated.

[Jmac]

^^ hope thats my problem..

[EVILMPS]

[QUOTE=EVILMPS;31915]Got my girl back form Mazdas today, below is the results:1. The driver's side on the front bumper seems to have broken clips or something, as it keeps riding up over the headlight. I can push it back down, but there is obviously somtheing wrong there...They reckon this can't be fixed as it is caused by the bottom of the bumper hitting something and wearing the clip away - nothing they can do about, Would have to replace bumper, but this won't be covered under warranty (of course).2. The bump-guard strips on the driver's side have started coming away. It started with the rear door peeling up, which then scraped off the front one every time we opened the rear door. It has chipped paint off the bump-guard on the rear door now, most unsightly...They are getting new parts in from Melbouren, awaiting thier call.3. Brakes are strarting to get the wobbly fel to them, which I'm assuming means the rotors are warping...Once again, replacement rotors coming from Melbourne.4. Front wheel alignment is out AGAIN dammit......reckon there is STILL nothing wrong mechanically, but tyres are now worn badly due to contantly being out of alignment. Will replace tyres, and get alignment done elsewhere.QUOTE]

[LYNCHY]

Getting a new turbo @ 25000 km Yay


Because smoking is bad for your health

[Nexus]

Well, still in the workshop. They're planning to replace strut tops tomorrow.

And I've got it back now with new :
strut tops
front left shock
front left and right bump stops

inspected and reinstalled engine/gearbox mounts

One noise down the "tap" (the mounts I bet), and has a july 1 appointment with a mazda engineer for the knock, which seems reduced. A few days will tell.

it feels very tight and seems just about everything with bolts has had them tightened, feels great. Hopefully mazda's engineer can shed light.

I'm considering inventing a diagnosis aid for these kinds of things. I'd tell you how it works but then I'd be giving away my trade secret.

Mine's in again tomorrow after replacement shock and bump-stops failed to resolve knock and tap noises

knock on driveways and on road bumps - appears to be coming from left, but not so sure today - right side impacts seem to produce it also, just less.
Tap on engage of clutch or sudden loading change - launch or lift-off at higher rpm in a low gear.

My bet at present is with an engine or gearbox mount - the tap sounds exactly the same as my SP23 did when it's engine mount went. Hopefully they find it tomorrow...I didn't leave them enough fuel or time for a road test last week...

Have to say that I'm glad to have a dealer who doesn't dismiss concerns - took tech for drive - tech goes "yep I hear that", service go "do you want to leave it here today?" and I go "How about tomorrow" and service say "No worries, we've just had it off the road for two days though, so keen to get it sorted for you..."

Wippells in Twmba - prob won't mean much for many of you - I'm not aware of any other members out this way?

[kookie]

whats the main indicators of front shock problems?? I noticed when I went over a speed bump slowly last night that the front suspension sounds really creaky and noisy......wasn't a nice sound at all for a newish car !