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I'm is the same "club" with the clutch judder. Keep me posted with any info. Also see my posts #'s 925, 926, 960, 1003.
This is quite frustrating. I can never duplicate this at the dealer, but as I have posted before, it happens at times when I let the clutch out, resulting in what feels like front wheel hop.
There seems to be no rhyme or reason to it at all. I did get in writing from the dealer that Mazda would cover the clutch for 75K since I have been reporting a problem. If you didn't already I would think you should call Mazda and at least make them aware of the problem. Hopefully a fix will be on the way soon if they get enough complaints. You can email me if you get any info.
I emailed Mazda corporate today about this problem, so if they get back to me I'll post it here. I'm also waiting to hear back on the steering column vibration problem, for anyone who has that one, too. They told me a solution has been devised, but they didn't get back to me when I asked if it was being issued as a technical service bulletin. They just said to go to my dealer about it. That would be the same dealer that couldn't detect this problem, either.
"In regard to the steering wheel column concern, there isn't a Technical
Service Bulletin (TSB) at this time. However, the dealers have received
a repair procedure.
In regard to the clutch chatter concern, there is a fix for this, and
the dealers can contact out technical hotline for further assistance if
necessary. A TSB may be coming, but this can be taken care of
regardless of a TSB issued or not."
So, let your dealer know, and get your problems fixed.
Did anyone get this problem fixed?
Specialist, Customer Assistance E-Business. We corresponded via e-mail. Her exact words to me on the clutch problem were "In regard to the clutch chatter concern, there is a fix for this, and the dealers can contact out technical hotline for further assistance if necessary. A TSB may be coming, but this can be taken care of
regardless of a TSB issued or not." I've read elsewhere that this probably involves replacing the clutch disc and flywheel, if not the entire clutch assembly. That's all the info I have on it.
I suggest you call your dealership's service manager and repeat Lisa's exact words to him. If he still won't accomodate you, you ought to call Mazda corporate back and explain the situation.
Please advise...
I'm glad to hear that you have had good luck with 10W30 over the years, but if Mazda does specify 5W20 for the 6, it has probably been engineered for that viscosity. Using another viscosity may be at one's own peril.
That being said, after a 2,968 mile break-in period on my favorite car of 20 years, I flushed my engine with synthetic oil and used Mobile 1 15W50 (at my own risk) for the next 283,854 miles. My recommended viscosity was 10W40 (not available to the public as a synthetic when I started on Mobil 1) and the change interval was 10,000 miles. Synthetic oil seemed a good idea, given that long change interval, something indescribable about the feel of the engine, and my need for high revving to launch onto the highway from short ramps or from stops during construction. I also used Slick 50 engine treatment to reduce wear at start-up. The engine is still strong, quiet, efficient, peppy, and clean.
I took a risk, and it paid off. One can't always expect that to happen. I suspect that Mazda has reasons for the 5W20 specification. That's what I will use if I buy the 6.
-Zor
Does Mazda recommend the use of synthetic oil?
No. Mazda does not recommend the use of synthetic oil. To determine which oil should be used for your specific model, consult your Owner's Manual.
Hopefully all it is is brake dust and I can have ease of mind, but it doesn't sound like what most people have been talking about...
PS - If i do get it i will get the following:
Lapis blue Mazda6s Auto Hatchback
Bose package
Luxury pacakge
moonroof
safety package
Never having been able to so easily see the brakes before on one of my cars it was a shock.
The Mazda6 is a car that's showing me how little I know about cars in that it's the first one I've owned that makes me want to learn.
Yes, I think that's part of Mazda's evil plot.
"...Currently, I have not heard of any concerns with the brakes on the MAZDA6. However, I will document your comments for our corporate record and they will be forwarded to the Product Planning Department for their information....
Regards,
Heather Drake
Specialist, Customer Assistance E-Business... "
So, please send Heather an e-mail if you're having this problem. Send it to:
MUSA@mazdausa.com
Haven't we seen incorrect info from Heather Drake in the past?
HMMM?
CL
I have always been told not to buy a first model year, but was hopeful that the 6 was one of the few to come out and not have problems or at least very minor ones.
I also understand exactly what you are saying about these boards. The more I look into them, the more I find that every vehicle has problems, but I will say that certain vehicles like the Protege5 seem to have relatively few complaints.
These boards do end up confusing the heck out of me though.
I guess it would be wise not to buy a first year car even if it is supposed to be a wonderful model?
I noticed shortly after that, that the transmission/car had to be warmed up before it would shudder/slip when letting the clutch out (1'rst gear only). I then put the car away for the winter. I will be taking to the dealer in two weeks, and will have them ride with me when the car is warm so they can see the problem.
If it is not fixed...I will post the compliant on the web site:
www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems
which I suggest other do also.
John
My service manager advised me that the information from Lisa Lasky was in error (premature?, I hope).
The story goes on.
jrobins-I assume you are the person with whom I've been corresponding with via email reference this problem?
I had an 86 Mazda 626 with a clutch shudder when starting out in furst gear at certain RPMs. Mazda had a TSB on that model, but I never had it fixed, as I kinda got used to it.
Otherwise not a single issue. I do love the Hatchback however.
MM
I'll mention my shudder to the dealer when I bring it in for the two recalls - I've had it very few times, and only on cold AND damp mornings, in 1st. And its nothing as bad as that I've expereinced first hand in other Mazdas, including a friend's 2000 Protege ES that has it, at an unchanged level, since day one to 70K+ miles. Not that that means much - but I think its more a minor fix than a major issue. Mazda has had TSBs for this in the past on other cars' clutches - hopefully one will be forthcoming on the 6 soon.
Thanks for the info.
vudini
Incidently, you'll probably have fewer problems with warranty issues if you get the car serviced at a Mazda dealer while it's under warranty.
Perhaps if you make a good enough case to your service manager he'll replace it under warranty. How many miles are on your 6?