Any one with a Code Reader In Toronto Area
Rolm
08-15-2006, 06:15 AM
Man did I get hosed. My 99 Intrigue 3.8 wae running perfect when I started the car the next day it started to run real rough and the check engine light was flashing. I replace the plug wires but no change Ito it to a local GM dealer and here is what they did and the cost
Scan engine $120.00
Replace plugs $120.00
Clean Injectors $110.00
Clean Intake $ 95.00
Labour $180.00
Tax $ 87.50
Total $718.00
The above seem to have fixed the rough running. Now the engine is making hissing sound is if a vacuum line is disconnected any thoughts.
Oh yes is there any-one with a code reader in the Toronto area that I could use in the future I would be willing to pay a rental fee. Anything to stay away from the dealers.
Scan engine $120.00
Replace plugs $120.00
Clean Injectors $110.00
Clean Intake $ 95.00
Labour $180.00
Tax $ 87.50
Total $718.00
The above seem to have fixed the rough running. Now the engine is making hissing sound is if a vacuum line is disconnected any thoughts.
Oh yes is there any-one with a code reader in the Toronto area that I could use in the future I would be willing to pay a rental fee. Anything to stay away from the dealers.
dtownfb
08-15-2006, 03:23 PM
Here in the US, most franchise auto part store will read the codes for free and print it out for you.
panzer dragoon
08-15-2006, 07:45 PM
an Equus code reader can be had for $100 or less.
They charged you an arm and a leg for everything. Even platinum spark plugs can be had for little over $2 a piece. I bet a $1 bottle of fuel injector cleaner would have fixed your condition.
Your tax rate is insane also. >10%
See if your intake is snapped in correctly. Probably misfit and sucking in air. Stick you ear around there and give it a listen. With the amount they charged you I would take it back and tell them about the hiss, but it's probably better to stay away from that place as much as possible.
They charged you an arm and a leg for everything. Even platinum spark plugs can be had for little over $2 a piece. I bet a $1 bottle of fuel injector cleaner would have fixed your condition.
Your tax rate is insane also. >10%
See if your intake is snapped in correctly. Probably misfit and sucking in air. Stick you ear around there and give it a listen. With the amount they charged you I would take it back and tell them about the hiss, but it's probably better to stay away from that place as much as possible.
MT-2500
08-15-2006, 08:23 PM
Man did I get hosed. My 99 Intrigue 3.8 wae running perfect when I started the car the next day it started to run real rough and the check engine light was flashing. I replace the plug wires but no change Ito it to a local GM dealer and here is what they did and the cost
Scan engine $120.00
Replace plugs $120.00
Clean Injectors $110.00
Clean Intake $ 95.00
Labour $180.00
Tax $ 87.50
Total $718.00
The above seem to have fixed the rough running. Now the engine is making hissing sound is if a vacuum line is disconnected any thoughts.
Oh yes is there any-one with a code reader in the Toronto area that I could use in the future I would be willing to pay a rental fee. Anything to stay away from the dealers.
Man they ate you alive.
I would take it back and have a fit and make them fix it on there dime.
Next time here is a tip on finding a good repair shop.
Check around Ask around
Word of mouth.
Family friends coworkers neighbors business people and delivery people.
Mailmen and parcel delivery people get around and notice a lot of stuff.
Even a good parts house knows what shops are good and not good.
Chamber of commerce and better business bureau and city hall.
If you find a good referral to a repair shop go look them over and talk to them.
Look for a clean looking busy place with nice people running it.
Ask a few questions and ask about their qualifications and training.
Not all places have trained tech/mechanics.
If they do not find a place that does.
Even all dealers do not have all trained techs/mechanics.
Scan engine $120.00
Replace plugs $120.00
Clean Injectors $110.00
Clean Intake $ 95.00
Labour $180.00
Tax $ 87.50
Total $718.00
The above seem to have fixed the rough running. Now the engine is making hissing sound is if a vacuum line is disconnected any thoughts.
Oh yes is there any-one with a code reader in the Toronto area that I could use in the future I would be willing to pay a rental fee. Anything to stay away from the dealers.
Man they ate you alive.
I would take it back and have a fit and make them fix it on there dime.
Next time here is a tip on finding a good repair shop.
Check around Ask around
Word of mouth.
Family friends coworkers neighbors business people and delivery people.
Mailmen and parcel delivery people get around and notice a lot of stuff.
Even a good parts house knows what shops are good and not good.
Chamber of commerce and better business bureau and city hall.
If you find a good referral to a repair shop go look them over and talk to them.
Look for a clean looking busy place with nice people running it.
Ask a few questions and ask about their qualifications and training.
Not all places have trained tech/mechanics.
If they do not find a place that does.
Even all dealers do not have all trained techs/mechanics.
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