anarikhiladi
Member
My 2010 CX-9 has about 70K miles on it. Couple of weeks ago, the engine and AT light came after I was driving back from the dealer after an oil change + break fluid flush + Coolant flush. The dealer flushed the transmission fluid (it was one of their recommendation which I declined before the problem occurred) which fixed the problem only for few days but now it has resurfaced. The dealer is now telling me that the transmission needs to be changed and quoted me a price of about $5K including labor. Few questions:
1. The light came after the work was done so am I right to be suspicious on the timing of the problem ?
2. Is 5K reasonable ? I live in NJ.
3. I am not entirely convinced that replacing the transmission will solve the problem. I guess it reflects the fact that I do not fully trust the dealer. I am thinking of trading-in for a relatively used car but afraid that I may not get a good deal due to the pre-existing condition. Should I take a chance on replacing the transmission ?
Regards,
-NKA
1. The light came after the work was done so am I right to be suspicious on the timing of the problem ?
2. Is 5K reasonable ? I live in NJ.
3. I am not entirely convinced that replacing the transmission will solve the problem. I guess it reflects the fact that I do not fully trust the dealer. I am thinking of trading-in for a relatively used car but afraid that I may not get a good deal due to the pre-existing condition. Should I take a chance on replacing the transmission ?
Regards,
-NKA