2004 G35 40K miles~ SMOKES HORRIBLY~ PLS HELP
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2004 G35 40K miles~ SMOKES HORRIBLY~ PLS HELP
I am new to this site and am writing hoping someone has experienced the same problem and can share advise....Thank-you!
I purchased a 2004 G35 w/ 40K miles from a Non Infinity dealer No Warranty.
When I took the vehicle to the Infinity Dealer, for inspection. I mentioned that there was slight exhaust in am start-up. They asked what color...and stated not to worry.
I had the oil changed. After the oil change the engine exhaust smoked HORRIBLY. I returned to the dealership. They stated my engine was sludged and I needed a new engine.
In disbelief I took the vehicle to a Independant ASE Mechanic. He inspected the oil pan, no sludge, removed valve covers, no sludge. Leak test proved that the rings had fatigue. Engine shows no signs of neglect, due to lack of oil changes, the inside of valve turn was consistant of any 40K mile car.
I called Corp and have a file#. Corp will not take the opinion of a "Non-Infinity" mechanic.
I returned to the dealer. They stated that the service writer put down the wrong diagnosis. I asked them to tell me what was wrong with my vehicle.
After 2 days they conferred with My Mechanics opinion. Only Infinity stated that the problem was due to lack of maintenance from previous owners. I needed all maintenance records from previous owners.
When I explained my situation to a "2nd" Infinity Dealership they stated that they had to go by the original diagnosis as documented by the 1st Infinity Dealership...or they would have to"tear Down" the engine to inspect and make a 2nd diagnosis. They offered to put a different engine in my car. Get this.... they found a used engine w/ 80K miles. Engine installed would be $5800.
I told them that I am going to stick to my initial quest " Have the engine repaired under the powertrain warranty".
I have heard that Infinity Corp had trouble with the "rings" on these engines from the Manufactures standpoint. Apparently Infinity changed the manufacturer of rings, due to consistant problems of the rings.
Has anyone heard of this? If so, can you direct me to this information?
Any opinions on what I may do to get Infinity to repair my car under the Powertrain warranty?
I feel like the little ant going against the Giant "Infinity Corp"
I purchased a 2004 G35 w/ 40K miles from a Non Infinity dealer No Warranty.
When I took the vehicle to the Infinity Dealer, for inspection. I mentioned that there was slight exhaust in am start-up. They asked what color...and stated not to worry.
I had the oil changed. After the oil change the engine exhaust smoked HORRIBLY. I returned to the dealership. They stated my engine was sludged and I needed a new engine.
In disbelief I took the vehicle to a Independant ASE Mechanic. He inspected the oil pan, no sludge, removed valve covers, no sludge. Leak test proved that the rings had fatigue. Engine shows no signs of neglect, due to lack of oil changes, the inside of valve turn was consistant of any 40K mile car.
I called Corp and have a file#. Corp will not take the opinion of a "Non-Infinity" mechanic.
I returned to the dealer. They stated that the service writer put down the wrong diagnosis. I asked them to tell me what was wrong with my vehicle.
After 2 days they conferred with My Mechanics opinion. Only Infinity stated that the problem was due to lack of maintenance from previous owners. I needed all maintenance records from previous owners.
When I explained my situation to a "2nd" Infinity Dealership they stated that they had to go by the original diagnosis as documented by the 1st Infinity Dealership...or they would have to"tear Down" the engine to inspect and make a 2nd diagnosis. They offered to put a different engine in my car. Get this.... they found a used engine w/ 80K miles. Engine installed would be $5800.
I told them that I am going to stick to my initial quest " Have the engine repaired under the powertrain warranty".
I have heard that Infinity Corp had trouble with the "rings" on these engines from the Manufactures standpoint. Apparently Infinity changed the manufacturer of rings, due to consistant problems of the rings.
Has anyone heard of this? If so, can you direct me to this information?
Any opinions on what I may do to get Infinity to repair my car under the Powertrain warranty?
I feel like the little ant going against the Giant "Infinity Corp"
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I have yet to hear of any G35 smoking (oil). I have also not heard of bad rings as being a problem with the early G35s. Keep fighting with Infiniti and keep all your notes. Good luck. What are you doing in the M Forum?????
Damn thats awful! I'm sorry to hear. I have not heard of anyone having this issue! Good luck and keep us posted.
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