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Absar · 23rd February 2008, 19:59

Hello xbox360! My Ikon is in the same odometer reading band as you. Even I've faced brake weakness now and noises from suspension.

Upon giving it for 30,000 km service like last month, I asked Ford if an overhaul is required for the shock absorbers and the brake pads. They said about 10,000 km life is left in the brake pads, they shall be cleaned. And for the shock absorbers, they're due for replacement during the 40,000 km service.

For the shock absorbers and brake pads what were the rates you were quoted? Post them here and we'll tell you if they're the correct price or whether they're overpriced.

You could perhaps buy shock absorbers and brake pads from the outside market and get it fixed by your local mechanic, but I can't say it would be reliable because the quality of the parts you'd get outside. Installation would have to be good too.

cya
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23rd February 2008, 19:59	#2 (permalink)
Absar BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Madras Posts: 552	Hello xbox360! My Ikon is in the same odometer reading band as you. Even I've faced brake weakness now and noises from suspension. Upon giving it for 30,000 km service like last month, I asked Ford if an overhaul is required for the shock absorbers and the brake pads. They said about 10,000 km life is left in the brake pads, they shall be cleaned. And for the shock absorbers, they're due for replacement during the 40,000 km service. For the shock absorbers and brake pads what were the rates you were quoted? Post them here and we'll tell you if they're the correct price or whether they're overpriced. You could perhaps buy shock absorbers and brake pads from the outside market and get it fixed by your local mechanic, but I can't say it would be reliable because the quality of the parts you'd get outside. Installation would have to be good too. cya A __________________ Ford Ikon 1.6 Nxt ZXi, 2005 I cried because I had no VTEC, until I met a person who had no 1.6 ROCAM. Last edited by Absar : 23rd February 2008 at 20:00.