I am screwed!!!!!!

inmytree

edvedder913 wrote:

they just told me it should be over $2,000.00. I am doomed.

They say it is usually a result of the wrong type of oil being put in for oil changes. That a turbo compatible oil should be used and if it's not...and regular oil is used...well this is what happens. I hate going to the dealership b/c they overcharge and I am there FOREVER. Little did I know that having my oil changed at Mobil would cost me $2 grand.

:(

get a second opinion...

to be honest, the oil thing sound like bs to me...

go here: http://www.saabcentral.com/forums/index.php

and ask for help...

good luck...

inmytree

perhaps you could find a independent Saab mechanic...

http://www.saabnet.com/tsn/faq/service/ny.html

edvedder913

inmytree wrote:

get a second opinion...

to be honest, the oil thing sound like bs to me...

go here: http://www.saabcentral.com/forums/index.php

and ask for help...

good luck...

thank you!

edvedder913

Stelly wrote:

People bitch and moan about dealerships being expensive, but there are ENDLESS stories of Mobil/Goodyear/Jiffy Lube/etc. doing very poor work on vehicles. You get what you pay for. Your dealer would have known to use the right oil.

It sucks that you're stuck with this repair now, especially because it seems like Mobil dropped the ball. Hope everything works out for you!

I hear you, but when your mechanic is your friend who works at Mobil I wouldn't expect poor work. Before I went to him I ALWAYS went to the dealership - but have had my share of problems with them as well.

inmytree

here is some info:

On Saab 9-5 and 9-3 models years 99-03 Saab is suggesting a PCV(Posite Crankcase Ventilation) upgrade. If you are having troubles with oil leaks and/or oil backing up into your turbo causing smoke to billow out of your exhaust pipe this may be what your Saab needs. Regardless of your year or model if you have an oil leak you should check the function of your PCV system. This can be done by checking that all hoses and passages are clear and that the check valve still works as a one way valve.

from here:
http://www.swedishwrench.com/saab_pcv_93_95.htm

SPEEDY MCCREADY

edvedder913 wrote:

I hear you, but when your mechanic is your friend who works at Mobil I wouldn't expect poor work. Before I went to him I ALWAYS went to the dealership - but have had my share of problems with them as well.

i feel bad for you...$2,000 is a ton of money...

but i have to ask....

when YOU bought the car.....didnt you READ the owners manual???

im thinking that would be one of the FIRST things you would look in to..

WHAT TYPE OF OIL DO I PUT IN MY CAR????

if i am taking my car to a gas station for an oil change....I TELL THEM what type of oil i want...

THEY DO NOT TELL ME.......

edvedder913

SPEEDY MCCREADY wrote:

i feel bad for you...$2,000 is a ton of money...

but i have to ask....

when YOU bought the car.....didnt you READ the owners manual???

im thinking that would be one of the FIRST things you would look in to..

WHAT TYPE OF OIL DO I PUT IN MY CAR????

if i am taking my car to a gas station for an oil change....I TELL THEM what type of oil i want...

THEY DO NOT TELL ME.......

I am a girl I thought my mechanic would know...he knows that the coolant is specific for a Saab, I assume he knows about oil. And I have yet to hear he used the wrong oil...that is what the dealership is saying.

edvedder913

inmytree wrote:

here is some info:

On Saab 9-5 and 9-3 models years 99-03 Saab is suggesting a PCV(Posite Crankcase Ventilation) upgrade. If you are having troubles with oil leaks and/or oil backing up into your turbo causing smoke to billow out of your exhaust pipe this may be what your Saab needs. Regardless of your year or model if you have an oil leak you should check the function of your PCV system. This can be done by checking that all hoses and passages are clear and that the check valve still works as a one way valve.

from here:
http://www.swedishwrench.com/saab_pcv_93_95.htm

WOW. thank you you are the BEST. I have been internet searching ALL day....little did I know the Pit woul dbe the place to get my info. Thanks again!!!!

inmytree

edvedder913 wrote:

WOW. thank you you are the BEST. I have been internet searching ALL day....little did I know the Pit woul dbe the place to get my info. Thanks again!!!!

my pleasure...

keep us posted...

SPEEDY MCCREADY

edvedder913 wrote:

I am a girl I thought my mechanic would know...he knows that the coolant is specific for a Saab, I assume he knows about oil. And I have yet to hear he used the wrong oil...that is what the dealership is saying.

in 25 years of owning cars....i have come to one conclusion...

mechanics are nothing but..

liars
cheats
thieves...

i trust NO MECHANIC!!!!!!

Rygar

TrixieCat wrote:

Let me guess, you have a Dodge Neon?? They are notorious for crappingout after the warranty expires.
I am so sorry to hear that girl. :(

Neon + turbo = hilarious
You are correct though.

edvedder913

SPEEDY MCCREADY wrote:

in 25 years of owning cars....i have come to one conclusion...

mechanics are nothing but..

liars
cheats
thieves...

i trust NO MECHANIC!!!!!!

well he is my bud otherwise I agree. he could have fixed it himself and charged me a fortune - instead he said to go to the dealership b/c he feels they should cover this. we'll see......

edvedder913

*update*

well they are trying to work with me. The cost of the turbo is $1800 - even though warantee has expired, they are willing to give me warantee cost of $1100 and suck up 50% - so I would have to pay $550. Nowhere near the abticipated $2,000-$3,000. phew sometimes things have a not so bad outcome.....

cat72

550.00 Well that's a lot better. I also have a saab. It's a little older. I was lucky enough to find an independant saab mechanic who I trust. I have been going there for 7 years. They are still not cheap, but a lot less than the actual saab dealership.

Allie

edvedder913 wrote:

they just told me it should be over $2,000.00. I am doomed.

They say it is usually a result of the wrong type of oil being put in for oil changes. That a turbo compatible oil should be used and if it's not...and regular oil is used...well this is what happens. I hate going to the dealership b/c they overcharge and I am there FOREVER. Little did I know that having my oil changed at Mobil would cost me $2 grand.

:(

:eek:
I will think good thoughts for you! I don't even know what a turbo is. I'm so sorry
that is bogus.