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09-08-2011, 05:30 PM
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I got my C6 reconditioned about 12 months ago and they left a sticker on the window saying to bring it back in for a service in 12 months/ x km's time.
I've probably only done 1/4 of the km's so I'm probably not going to bother. It did get me thinking though. Whether I should take it in to them and part ways with the cash just in case they find something wrong. Something they perhaps didn't do properly originally and they can fix it during the service. I asked my wife what she thought about this idea and she just stared at me for a few seconds and says "This is a mechanic we're talking about." Lol. She's right you know. |
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09-08-2011, 07:36 PM
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Fixing Ford's **** ups
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: In a house
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I'd be taking it in for a service, regardless of the k side of things. Oil's don't last for ever, even sitting, hence them putting a time frame as well as a kilometre frame on the stickers.
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09-08-2011, 08:22 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Darwin
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I always go for whatever comes first.
In my BA I changed the engine oil today because I'd gone 5000kms, but it'd only been 3 months since the last. Whereas I changed the engine oil in my XB 2 weeks ago because it'd been 6 months, but less than 1000kms. Best be on the safe side IMO, especially if its only be reco'd 12 months ago. I'd take it in, get them to service it, adjust etc etc - then I think you'd be safe for many more years. (BTW I know my example was engine oil and the OP was asking about a transmission - just using engine oil as an example)
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09-08-2011, 08:46 PM
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Join Date: May 2005
Location: Newcastle
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There could be a warranty clause - if you dont take it in prior to the 12 month date, it could void any warranty (if there is any after 12 months)...
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10-08-2011, 01:34 PM
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I got my BA GT 4sp auto rebuilt a month ago, and on my receipt it says if I do not get the service done by a certain date. 3 months from rebuild, My warranty is void. Going to cost $120 bucks for a service. I think it is worth it, because it cost me $2500 for the rebuild.
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11-08-2011, 10:31 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2011
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I would definately be taking it back for the service depite the KM's.
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11-08-2011, 10:42 AM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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you never know, they may find a leaking hose or something
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11-08-2011, 01:04 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Carrum Downs, Victoria
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If you have to for warrenty, then go. Otherwise don't
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11-08-2011, 03:29 PM
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You have to go now.
Otherwise if something goes wrong, do you want the wife saying I told you so, I tried to tell you bla bla bla. Get the service done |
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11-08-2011, 05:29 PM
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11-08-2011, 07:31 PM
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If I were you I would buy the book 'Transmission repair book, Ford 1960 to 2007'. It lists every trasmission originally fitted, and has detailed instructions on service and rebuild procedures.
An auto service usually involves dropping the sump, draining the oil, changing the little filter screen, reinstalling sump, and refilling. A service kit containing all of the above (minus oil) would be available from any auto parts store for less than $40. |
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Transmission service. Advice from my wife
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