| Like any Wednesday it was a hump day going through the middle of the week on the third day of the placement at Mazda Reynella. The momentum through the servicing of vehicles was fairly right on target with different kinds of tasked was given to each car that went in the workshop.
There where instances that between the services it was just dead stop pretty much no cars coming in. But yesterday was a full on the development and learning thanks to Dylan, one of the technicians who was generous about sharing his inputs. |
Several cars rolled over inside Mazda Reynella that’s quite interesting that non of them have the same task as the other. Besides the usual cars there’s also the BT-50 utility vehicle and it was the second time Dylan has serviced this type of vehicle in the last three days of work placement week.
Test Driving the Mazda 6
The other day we installed a new forward facing camera to a 2017 Mazda 6 wagon, which needs to be calibrated that was set to “Dynamic Mode.” But it seems the newly installed hardware couldn’t get itself to synchronize with the whole system.
What Dylan did is he reconnected the old camera that has the old set up software copied to the co-check and has it installed to the new camera. These days’ computer modules like the PCM (Power train Control Module) or the ECU needs its software to be cleared and reinstalled with updated software for the car to better function.
Back in the day cars where fairly basic with minimal electronics, but with Mazda’s flagship car like the Mazda 6 its sophisticated PCM connected to various modules makes the car interestingly up to date with today’s technology. We test drive the car to get the FFC familiarize its default set up and its functions, which was finally resolved and has been synchronized to the system.
Installing Dashboards for Mazda 3
During this task after lunch it was a full-on job, but Dylan has yours truly and Josh, who has been taking the job placement for the second week. We assisted Dylan in reinstalling a new dashboard for the customer’s Mazda 3 hatchback.
At the same time while Josh dismantles the components for the old dashboard I have the opportunity to install a new engine mount for the same car. The old mount had cracks and it’s the part that holds the engine. I had to use a trolley jack to hold the engine under its sumpump while I remove four bolts for the engine mount.
Earlier prior to working on this car I was also doing a brake bleed on another car also a Mazda 3 as Dylan replaced both rear brake pads. It was one of the easy task that I have done in the “off-job” workshop but not the one plugging the hose to suck all the old brake fluid in each wheel..
But it’s all good on that white Mazda 3 that I recall doing that particular task. Going back to the current car after installing the engine mount was able to assist Dylan and Josh reinstalling the new dashboard.
An RX-8 Rolls Over the Workshop
Though we never got to work on this car it was a welcoming perspective to see one parked a few feet where I assist Dylan with the servicing of the other cars. But a few minutes of downtime gave me the opportunity to get close to an RX-8.
I’ve seen the RX-8 several times on the road here in South Australia and a few handful back in the Philippines, but not close to taking a peek at the interiors and the details of the upholstery that looks sexy for a car that has been discontinued.
Ranger in Disguise
The last task in servicing a vehicle is another BT-50, which I have the experience recalling how to know if the drum brakes are working perfectly by ear. Dylan and I moved to a Molnar two-post as the BT-50 is too big for the flat two-post that we regularly use in his area.
I was able to co-check the BT-50 which shares the same platform with the Ford Ranger including its transmission. Dylan shares a few more stories about the BT-50 how it’s the only vehicle from Mazda that still has connection with Ford.
The days was rewarding and educational personally to recall all those past trainings I’ve learned here. I see how Mazda stays competitive and having their cars reliable in the modern times that include the BT-50. It was a rollercoaster at the workshop but fairly full-on and was a learning experience under Dylan.
Another two days at the workshop is definitely hectic and hoping to gain more experience at a dealership like Mazda Reynella. These people are dedicated and professional and it makes you want to get a Mazda of your own. To see more about their products drop by the showroom and see what they have to offer.
While at Volkswagen…
During lunch I had to pass by and check on my colleague Jonathan, who was assigned at Volkswagen. He was busy while waiting for him to get out at the workshop. I had to take a peek how they’re doing at this area pretty much I still get to try and sit in the front of a high end Amarok that has leather seating.
So far I like the color but the Amarok is a different kind of beast, but that’s far off getting to own one. But they’re not available in the Philippine market as I recall going to their last press launch and car show appearance last year they just introduced the Caddy as one of the new vehicles that has been around in Australia but who knows they might be the next Volkswagen product to be launch there soon.
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