funkedupcat Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Hi all, I own a 350z convertible and took it into an auto-electricians in Leeds before Christmas as the reverse lights were not working (they haven't for a year - switch in the gearbox gone) and the engine management light had been on for a few days. They said they would plug their unit in to see what the problem was. They called me to tell me the car wouldn't start anymore, like the immobilser had kicked in. They tried the spare key and I think thought that the codes had gone (please forgive me if I'm getting the tech talk a little wrong...I'm a typical girl!) - so they said it had to be taken to Nissan. Nissan have now informed me that the car has multiple faults and the IPDM unit has blown (£868 to fix)...and other things may have gone, but they need to replace the IPDM unit first. I asked if they could tell how the IPDM unit had blown - e.g. was it the original garage's kit that did it? They couldn't say. I'm guessing that as it's with Nissan and not drive-able, it's best to get them to do the work....but I'm wondering whether I should be pushing to get the original garage to pay some or all of the cost...if it was their fault? Advice is much appreciated....I'm always worried as a girl that I'm being messed around Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilp Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Speak to zmanalex as he will maybe be able to help you out. Don't approve any works until you consult the pros on here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael robinson Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Where about you from ?? (So people can recommend a garage) I personally wouldnt let Nissan touch it either but that's only my opinion because I had a bad experience with them . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Speak to zmanalex as he will maybe be able to help you out. Don't approve any works until you consult the pros on here +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonk Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 +1 Don't give a Dealer Service Department a blank cheque. They will think it's Christmas all over again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Where about you from ?? (So people can recommend a garage)I personally wouldnt let Nissan touch it either but that's only my opinion because I had a bad experience with them . +1 - best you tell us your general location so we can point you in the right direction for a specialist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grantmitchell Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Where about you from ?? (So people can recommend a garage)I personally wouldnt let Nissan touch it either but that's only my opinion because I had a bad experience with them . +1 - best you tell us your general location so we can point you in the right direction for a specialist Hi all, I own a 350z convertible and took it into an auto-electricians in Leeds Definitely try and give ZMANALEX a shout he may be able to get you sorted for a lot less Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted January 4, 2012 Share Posted January 4, 2012 Unless it is something simple, then unfortunately a Nissan consult 2/3 diagnostic tool will be required to get an accurate diagnoses., however the tool is only as good as the guy on the job. Fortunately I do have a selection of preowned Roadster roof parts in stock, however I would require your VIN to verify that they were compatible with your vehicle. I have the following in stock. All are preowned. The list is not exhaustive. Roadster ECU Roadster BCM Roadster IPDM Roadster Roof ECU Roadster fuse boxes. Unfortunately I can not take returns on any of these parts due to the nature of the components, so it is imperative that the diagnoses is correct. Let me know if I can help you further. Alex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkedupcat Posted January 5, 2012 Author Share Posted January 5, 2012 Hi guys - thank you for your replies! I am indeed in Leeds. The original auto-electricians have just called me to tell me that they are putting in a claim to their insurers to fix the car....basically meaning they are admitting liability. Fingers crossed, they will pay Nissan to sort it... I'll let you know how I get on though....wish me luck! Ally p.s. Great to see so many 350z enthusiasts on here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WINKJ Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Hi guys - thank you for your replies! I am indeed in Leeds. The original auto-electricians have just called me to tell me that they are putting in a claim to their insurers to fix the car....basically meaning they are admitting liability. Fingers crossed, they will pay Nissan to sort it... I'll let you know how I get on though....wish me luck! Ally p.s. Great to see so many 350z enthusiasts on here good luck! p.s. it is a 350z enthusiast forum.... why so suprised? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkedupcat Posted January 5, 2012 Author Share Posted January 5, 2012 Haha...I wasn't suprised really....just happy to be amongst fellow enthusiasts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 might be worth claiming for a hire car now your car is off the road seeing as they have admitted liability, otherwise they wouldnt be trying to make a claim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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