Aboutjoshua thorndyke Expertise i'm very helpful with the mazda 626/MX6 and also the ford probe
i myself own a 1993 626 and have done alot of work to it.
such as a motor,tranny removal/install. timing belt replacement, suspention, exhaust, whell bearing, interior and exterior panel removal/replacement, alternators, starters, distrubutors,and much more
Experience i've been an active automotive hobbiest for about 10 years know, i have also completed 2 semesters of automotive repair, and have 2 years of automotive shop experience. if for any reason i'm unable to help you with a question i'll take it apon myself to do the best i can to help you find the answer.
Question I have a 2001 Mazda MPV 2.5 L V6 with 98,000 miles. Recently the check engine light has come on. The folks at Firestone say the catalytic converter(s) are out and need to be replaced and they want $3000 to do the work. I have looked on-line and can get the parts for about $850. Any issues in doing this myself? I have above average DIY skills. The guy at Firestone said I shouldn't do it myself because the computer will need to be reset... It sounds like he is just trying to separate me from my money.
Your Thoughts?
Answer if you feel you can do the job yourself the great go ahead and do it, chances are that you may have to have the computer reset but you can easily go to canadian tire and buy your own portable OBD2 code reader and reset the computer yourself for about 200 bucks and it's yours when you buy it so if you ever have to reset it you'll have it for the next time most garages charge 80-100 bucks just to do it so it pays for itself in no time if you use it enough
