Bought a vehicross this weekend, dropping off at the dealer today...suggestions?

[taylorRichie]

I'm going to get the following fluids changed:
Oil
Tranny
Front and Rear Axel
Power Steering

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And then The very first time I unrolled my window... POP off the track, and I heard a screw or something fall to the bottom of the door.

Can anyone tell me what I should expect to be charged for the Window repair?

Also is there any other suggested maintenance you guys would recommend having done?

The vehicle has 47500 miles, and is a 2000, it wasn't due for an oil change, but I figured I might as well do it, along with the other fluids so I can get everything on my schedule.

Thanks!

Richie

[Ldub]

I'm going to get the following fluids changed:
Oil
Tranny
Front and Rear Axel
Power Steering

---

And then The very first time I unrolled my window... POP off the track, and I heard a screw or something fall to the bottom of the door.

Can anyone tell me what I should expect to be charged for the Window repair?

Also is there any other suggested maintenance you guys would recommend having done?

The vehicle has 47500 miles, and is a 2000, it wasn't due for an oil change, but I figured I might as well do it, along with the other fluids so I can get everything on my schedule.

Thanks!

Richie

Welcome to the group...

Do a forums search "window fix" to find the best solution, the factory window attachment points are junk.

Have all fluids replaced with synthetics.

[KaNGiX]

I read here as well you need to watch the PVC valve. Ive replaced mine every other oil change.

[MashyMan]

CONGRATS on your new VX
I would also change the PCV valve ($5). I plan to do mine every oil change, as I have read they get clogged often. I would also go w/ synthetic fluids all around.

[tom4bren]

While it's up on the rack, have them check the condition of your CV boots. If your ride isn't lifted, it shouldn't be a problem but it never hurts to check.

[nfpgasmask]

Congrats on the new ride! The only suggestion I have for you, is show up in Moab around the 13th of May, and have a good time with us all!

Bart

[Triathlete]

I second what Bart said!
And welcome to the addiction!

[VehiGAZ]

Welcome!!

My dealer did the window fix for about $275 (twice) IIRC. They part they will want to replace is called the "window regulator." If you are mechanically inclined, ask for the original regulator back and rebuild the window tabs when you get it back from the dealer.

Here's the big thing... check the oil level and keep an eye on it! Check it at every fill-up, note when (mileage) you need to add and how much, etc. Some VX's burn significant amounts of oil, and you don't want to have a blown engine inform you that yours is (was) one of them.

[LittleBeast]

While it's up on the rack, have them check the condition of your CV boots. If your ride isn't lifted, it shouldn't be a problem but it never hurts to check.

Yeah exactly my stock CV Boots lasted 110,000 miles with normal driving conditions and then both outer CV boots went bad within 4,000 miles of each other, but just order the parts and do them your self, it is fun not hard and worth it.

[LittleBeast]

But really the only suggestion I have is, check the trans fluid level after leaving the dealership. I did not and they did not properly run it through the gears and then refill and it burnt up the trans and $3800 later I still have problems. So just check your trans fluid level, even if they say it is right, please.

[crager34]

Welcome to the group. See you in Moab right? RIGHT??!!!!


hehehe

[Solitude]

Hi and welcome.. If you have an original cd changer in the VX dont put cd's in it you want to keep.. My player just went T.U. (o)(o). and I only have 38,000 miles on it.. but it is 8 years old.. burn cd-r's instead.. just my 2 cents

welcome

[kodiak]

Hi and welcome.. If you have an original cd changer in the VX dont put cd's in it you want to keep.. My player just went T.U. (o)(o). and I only have 38,000 miles on it.. but it is 8 years old.. burn cd-r's instead.. just my 2 cents

welcome

I replaced mine with a in dash DVD player with and adapter for the head unit. It looks OEM. and plays mp3.

[etlsport]

congrats! definitely use the search function, itll help you lots! probably what you heard fall was one of the plastic clips on the bottom of the window.. if thats the case they will have to replace the entire window.. if they try to charge you an arm and a leg... or tell you its on back order, order the metal upgrades from SBC http://www.streetboutiquecustoms.com/vx.htm

[KaNGiX]

Im a professional mechanic cant you tell? I knew i should have used the color and described it. :