[dhruvritzed]

Hi anurag, was just going through your thread for the nth time, could see a significant drop in mileage figures across the 120000kms, I mean on the MID.
Has it actually happened too?

[a4anurag]

SERVICE UPDATE:

Got in touch with my team mate (BHPian interc00led) and performed the DIY Service. Bought ourselves a plastic tray to collect oil (₹45) and two Funnels of different size (₹15 & ₹30).

Following things were bought prior:

1. Engine Oil - Petronas Selenia WR 5W40
2. Oil drain bolt
3. Service Kit (Consists of Oil Filter; Engine Air Filter and Fuel Filter)
4. Cabin Air filter
5. Coolant
6. Brake Fluid

Couldn't change the coolant and Brake Fluid as it started to rain. So postponing these two jobs.

Images of the Service:

Service Kit


Fuel Filter


Engine Oil Filter


Oil Used (Petronas Selenia WR 5W40)


A/C Filter


Oil Drain Plug


Coolant (MGA)


Brake Fluid (TVS Girling DOT 4) - 750 ml


A/C Filter (aka Cabin Air filter) - Old vs New


Engine Air Filter - Old vs New


27 mm socket used to open the Engine oil filter


Fuel Filter - Old vs New. Old one had done 21K kms almost


Old Battery Tray


New Battery Tray


Old draining in process


Old engine oil refilled in the Selenia bottles and given off to the FNG I visit always


Odometer so far post service


1,20,000 kms Service Costs


--x-x-x--

Originally Posted by dhruvritzed

Hi anurag, was just going through your thread for the nth time, could see a significant drop in mileage figures across the 120000kms, I mean on the MID.
Has it actually happened too?

No as much as much seen. I reset the MID every time I do a fuel refill and the image clicked was just 20 kms post refilling fuel.

But yes, post the injector cleaning, I love to push the car much more due to its stress-free nature and slightly more silent drive.

[dhruvritzed]

Just a few questions-
-What about underbody stuff?like cleaning the debris below and suspension components like bushes replacement etc that the service center guys have an idea after lifting?
-Engine oil flush?
-brake oil flush and cleaning?
-EGR? Where will you get that done if from now on you'll do all services yourself?

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by dhruvritzed

-...suspension components like bushes replacement etc that the service center guys have an idea after lifting?

Bushes replacement was done at 80K at FNG. I have the service manual of the car so it is easier for me if I am stuck at any place.

Originally Posted by dhruvritzed

-Engine oil flush?

Don't do this since I change oil every 3 months or 10K kms, car doesn't need a engine oil flush.

Originally Posted by dhruvritzed

-brake oil flush and cleaning?

Jack stands enough for this job.

I'll be getting a pair too which make it 2 pairs to lift the whole car for any job.

Originally Posted by dhruvritzed

-EGR? Where will you get that done if from now on you'll do all services yourself?

I guess you haven't gone through the threads,

Here's the EGR Cleaning - Semi DIY done @ FNG

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...-ddis-mjd.html

Intercooler cleaning - Full DIY by me at home.

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-do...tercooler.html

[dhruvritzed]

Will just go through them, man you certainly have ability w.r.t servicing.
Makes me feel so dependent on the centres

[a4anurag]

Sneak peak into what's happening...

[a4anurag]

Oil filled is Castrol Manual API GL-4 80W90

Quoting my own post where I had changed the Gear Oil in my car and all I can say it was the worst of the lot of ever.

When the oil is cold, 1st and 2nd gear are 'hard' to shift into. Downshifting from 2nd to 1st requires to come to a dead halt whereas earlier I could downshift at 5 kmph at least.

When the oil has reached the operating temperature life was slight better. I had covered almost 3,000 kms since the change.

Decided to change the oil and I was on search for 75W90 but as usual no availability then BHPian interc00led said lets get Petronas Tutela Technyx. Tried in the two main ASC's of Fiat here but they were adamant on me getting a Fiat car so the job card could be opened after which they will give it over-the-counter to me or I get a registration number of a Fiat car that I know.

Sincere thanks to BHPian Keynote who got hold of 3 litres for me from Bangalore and handed it over when we met. Thanks buddy.





Product Name: Petronas Tutela Technyx
Grade: 75W85
Compatibility: API GL4 Plus; SAE 75W85; Fiat 9.55550-MX3 C.T.R NF010.B05
Costs: ₹ 600 per litre x 3 = ₹ 1,800
Shipping: Free, on his S-Cross 1.6.

I have driven almost 180 kms post the oil change and all I can say is "She is Back!!"

Precise, smooth and sure-slotting gears like how it was when new. I can downshift from 2nd to 1st at ease even at 5 kmph.

Originally Posted by Leoshashi

The only downside(according to me) with 80w90 is hard shift(a bit) when cold.

Spot-on Sir!!

[Keynote]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

Shipping: Free, on his S-Cross 1.6.

Now that was funny.

Originally Posted by a4anurag

I have driven almost 180 kms post the oil change and all I can say is "She is Back!!"

Really glad to hear that. Hope she stays healthy until replaced with the new car in few months.

OT : Eagerly waiting to see the ICE upgrade - DIY details.

[a4anurag]

AUDIO UPGRADE

Originally Posted by a4anurag

Sneak peak into what's happening.

Quoting my own post regarding the sneak peak posted few posts above.

This is what that went into the car:


Here's the thread with the full details:

Link: Blue Streak's ICE Upgraded!

[a4anurag]

Odometer Fancy Reading

1,23,456 kms

[pjbiju]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

...

Gear shifter knob Replacement

With heavy usage of the gear shifter the paint on the silver cap along with the gear number marking was lost and wasn't good to see it though there was no problem in shifting but aesthetically it was bad so I decided to get to replacement. ...

Part Name: Knob, Gear Shift CONT
Part Number: 28113M79M00-C48
Price: ₹ 330
...
Happy Shifting!

I too changed the gear knob of my Swift VXi to that of the Ciaz last week. The part number is slightly different now 28113 M 79M01 - C48 and the MRP is Rs. 335. I had ordered it through a garage close to my house and changed it myself. The old knob had started breaking off. The original knob is very heavy compared to the Ciaz one. Although the Ciaz one looks good, I think I like the feel of the older one (because of its shape) while shifting gears.

Thank you for the details you had added to your thread.

[a4anurag]

Intermediate UPDATE

All accessories from the car have been removed and the car is back to bone stock as it was when purchased. The following have been removed and the OEM parts that came with the car were replaced:

1. Dashcam removed - carry forward to the next car
2. Polk Speakers removed - carry forward to the next car
3. Hertz HCP 4 Amplifier Removed - carry forward to the next car
4. XP Micro bi-xenon fog projector removed - To be sold
5. Ciaz gear knob
6. Auto dimming IRVM - To be sold
7. LED tail light - carry forward to the next car
8. LED cabin light - carry forward to the next car
9. LED indicators - carry forward to the next car
10. LED footwell light

Front bumper removed for disconnecting the XP Micro and refitting the OE Fogs


XP Micro removed


Panels removed to disconnect the speakers and amplifier


Amplifier removed and packed


OEM IRVM (D/N) re-fixed. Feels funny to be driving around with it. Small and crude it feels.


Michelin XM2 (195/60 R15) - after 63K kms, another 6-8K kms lift left in it.






Odometer after resting idle for 3 weeks almost. Took her out due to my ill health (Current odometer IIRC is 123556 kms)


Rough idea to see what I can expect when selling at True Value. Expecting between 4.30 to 4.50 lakhs for the Swift.

[tacho9000]

Hi Anurag,

Have been silently following your thread and must say you've done a commendable job at maintaining the car. Now since you've posted that certain modifications and accessories are being carried forward to your next car I'd take this oppurtunity to congratulate you in advance for your latest acquisition and at the same time will ask what is going to be next car of yours.

Regards,
Subhra

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by tacho9000

what is going to be next car of yours.

Hi buddy, been a long time, happy to see your posts on the thread.

Here's the car that will be replacing the Swift.

Make : Hyundai
Model : Creta
Variant : SX (O)
Fuel : Diesel
Color : Polar White
Price : 16.30 lakhs OTR (Approx, unless GOI add more taxes)


Link to full post (The "I Booked my Car" Thread)

[tacho9000]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

Here's the car that will be replacing the Swift.
Make : Hyundai
Model : Creta
Variant : SX (O)
Fuel : Diesel

Congratulations on a great choice brother. I'm pretty sure this car is also going to serve you flawlessly for as long as you wish to keep it. Do start a new thread on the Creta.

Regards,
Subhra