First post | First Problem

lynxbat · 05-09-2009, 08:23 PM

I know it is terrible starting a first post on a negative but I have to have somebody empathize with what happened to me today.

To start off, I am the proud owner of a brand new (65 mi) Blue 370z with the sports package & NAV. I basically picked the one off the showroom floor like a douchebag (I am really not one). But I have had a love for Z's since I was shorter than the rear tires.

I am a former 300zxTT owner (in my younger struggling student days) and I am happy as a muddy pig now that I am back behind the wheel of a Z again.

So to share my sad Mother's Day story, I took the Z in today to get Sky Watch (LoJack competitor) installed. I got a loaner and went back home. About 6 hours later I get a call and go back in to pick up my newly washed blue baby. I notice that when I start her up the airbag warning light is blinking. It continues to blink as I make the block and head back into the dealership.

Turns out somehow they tripped the computer and now ALL the airbags are disabled. Better yet, their computer diag machine isn't working after an update and my options are to drive without airbags or leave it there until Monday evening.

So here I am with an Altima loaner where my Z should be and a weekend without my new love. On the good side, the Sky Watch works and I can sadly watch the blip of my baby sitting in the dealership lot.

Greetings

frost · 05-09-2009, 08:30 PM

Sorry about your luck. I am supposed to call up to get Sky Watch installed, and now you have me worried, lol. Welcome aboard though, driving the loaner will make you appreciate the Z more when you get it back.

cow · 05-09-2009, 08:37 PM

On the bright side, you have a fairly minor issue that will be rectified shortly. Take the long way home Monday afternoon.

Welcome to the site!

eXo5 · 05-09-2009, 09:36 PM

atleast you can see if someone takes your Z for a joyride. They should make one of those systems with a MPH reader in real time. That way you can see remotely if someone is abusing your car.

Modshack · 05-10-2009, 01:16 PM

Don't feel so bad...5 days old and less than 200 miles I got caught as the middle car in a four car sandwich...$5500 front and rear damage..Ugh.

Minicobra1 · 05-10-2009, 01:32 PM

I found this, not sure if this would have worked for you.

Flashing Airbag Light After HU Install

05-09-2009, 08:23 PM	#1 (permalink)
lynxbat Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 13 Drives: Nissan 370z M6 Blue Rep Power: 15	First post \| First Problem I know it is terrible starting a first post on a negative but I have to have somebody empathize with what happened to me today. To start off, I am the proud owner of a brand new (65 mi) Blue 370z with the sports package & NAV. I basically picked the one off the showroom floor like a douchebag (I am really not one). But I have had a love for Z's since I was shorter than the rear tires. I am a former 300zxTT owner (in my younger struggling student days) and I am happy as a muddy pig now that I am back behind the wheel of a Z again. So to share my sad Mother's Day story, I took the Z in today to get Sky Watch (LoJack competitor) installed. I got a loaner and went back home. About 6 hours later I get a call and go back in to pick up my newly washed blue baby. I notice that when I start her up the airbag warning light is blinking. It continues to blink as I make the block and head back into the dealership. Turns out somehow they tripped the computer and now ALL the airbags are disabled. Better yet, their computer diag machine isn't working after an update and my options are to drive without airbags or leave it there until Monday evening. So here I am with an Altima loaner where my Z should be and a weekend without my new love. On the good side, the Sky Watch works and I can sadly watch the blip of my baby sitting in the dealership lot. Greetings

05-09-2009, 08:37 PM	#3 (permalink)
cow Lounge Moderator Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 3,441 Drives: Toyota Avalon Rep Power: 267	On the bright side, you have a fairly minor issue that will be rectified shortly. Take the long way home Monday afternoon. Welcome to the site! __________________ I never bought a 370Z

05-09-2009, 09:36 PM	#4 (permalink)
eXo5 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: delaware Posts: 368 Drives: skateboard w/ NAWWWZ Rep Power: 672	atleast you can see if someone takes your Z for a joyride. They should make one of those systems with a MPH reader in real time. That way you can see remotely if someone is abusing your car. __________________ Remember kids, NAWZ energy drink will not make your car go faster.

05-10-2009, 01:16 PM	#5 (permalink)
Modshack A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greenville NC Posts: 2,883 Drives: 370Z Sport Rep Power: 976	Don't feel so bad...5 days old and less than 200 miles I got caught as the middle car in a four car sandwich...$5500 front and rear damage..Ugh. __________________ Steal my car! (SOLD)...Now Porsche Cayman S Oil Cooler DIY: Here!

05-10-2009, 01:32 PM	#6 (permalink)
Minicobra1 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Orange County, CA. Posts: 1,205 Drives: 370Z Tour, Spt, 6mt Rep Power: 644	I found this, not sure if this would have worked for you. Flashing Airbag Light After HU Install __________________ 370z Tour\| Spt Pack\|Navi\|BERK CBE\|Berk HFC's\| Eibach Springs\| Hotchkis Sway Bars\|SPC Camber Arms\|15mm Ichiba Wheel Spacers\| 19"Factory Nismo Wheels-Matt Black\|Stop Tech Rotors\|TWM Shifter\|3M Tint\|Black Fangs\|Black Rear Valance\|JDM Fog Light\| MY BAND-www.myspace.com/petroleum

05-09-2009, 08:30 PM	#2 (permalink)
frost Retired admin Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Winterfell Posts: 106,613 Drives: Your Wife Crazy Rep Power: 0	Sorry about your luck. I am supposed to call up to get Sky Watch installed, and now you have me worried, lol. Welcome aboard though, driving the loaner will make you appreciate the Z more when you get it back.

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