Sonoran Sam
Elio Addict
Thank you for that information. I didn't know how VW automatics worked; I appreciate the explanation, etc.
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My Elio Alternate Project Is Underway.
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JohnJ
Elio Addict
I wish BEX would post something, we're really getting short of things to talk about. 
Jambe
Elio Addict
Am I the only one who insists on seeing the CVT oil in my CR-V being changed. Reason: If they don't really do it you won't know and if it fails the dealer makes a lot of money so there is an incentive for the dealer not the do it.
But maybe I am just paranoid and no dealer would ever do that. They might however disrupt the windshield washer fluid supply line in a way that is not easy to fix and tell you it would be $130 to diagnose why it doesn't send water to the windshield. It worked before we took it in but didn't a week later. But that must just be a coincidence!
But maybe I am just paranoid and no dealer would ever do that. They might however disrupt the windshield washer fluid supply line in a way that is not easy to fix and tell you it would be $130 to diagnose why it doesn't send water to the windshield. It worked before we took it in but didn't a week later. But that must just be a coincidence!
Mel
Elio Addict
Nope, You're not alone. Since my BMW doesn't have a dipstick, I insist on observing the oil change.
RSchneider
Elio Addict
RSchneider
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Mel
Elio Addict
I think you misunderstand my reasoning for wanting to observe my oil changes. It's not that I doubt that they will do it, but as an auto mechanic for almost 70 years, and a Certified Aircraft mechanic for 53, I want to see and feel the old oil. Without a dip stick there's no practical way to sample the oil in the engine. Believe it or not, an experienced mechanic can tell a lot about oil coming out of an engine.
RSchneider
Elio Addict
I bet they can when it gets to the extreme. I seriously doubt it when you do a cross check of oil changes. Plus, engines last so long today, they literally outlast the rest of the vehicle. Even for the people that just treat it like an appliance. There are issues with certain engines that no amount of oil changes or the brand will fix. Those are design issues and most of the time, it's a cost cutting measure.
I did mistake what you meant because when you go talk to just about any mechanic, they will tell you that there are customers that want to watch the mechanic because they want to make sure they are doing their job, which was referenced by the previous post.
JohnJ
Elio Addict
I'm beginning to wonder if the BEX is kaput! If so, maybe someone smarter than me can explain what it was all about in the first place.....