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bradjust · 01-09-2006, 12:03 PM

I brought my 04 V6-MTX Mazda6 to the dealer for an oil change last week and they performed a recall on the transmission module. I asked them what it was for and they told me that it addresses some shifting, stalling, and power loss issues related to the transmission. It was just a software update.

Much to my delight, the car drives a lot better now! Especially when shifting from 1st to 2nd. I'd say it's 10 times easier to shift smoothly from 1st to 2nd. Also the engine indeed doesn't stall as easily as it used to. The last thing I noticed is that the car has better acceleration.

Does anyone know more details about this recall at all? I'm interested to know more about the details of this recall.

I'd strongly recommend V6-MTX Mazda6 owners to bring their cars back to the dealer for this recall.

joboy77 · 01-09-2006, 12:48 PM

How does a computer update fix a manual transmission?

Screaming6s · 01-09-2006, 01:03 PM

maybe something to do w/ the rpm's the computer reads?

bradjust · 01-09-2006, 02:06 PM

Just talked to the dealer to find out more information about the recall. Detailed info on the recall as attached.

smokeU6s · 01-09-2006, 02:54 PM

If you look at the last page of the service bulletin it clearly states TCM for A/T only. More then likely they adjusted some values in the PCM which makes it feel stonger. I had this same recall done in sept, car definatly pulls a lil stronger in the lower rpm's. Most likely timing/AF adjustments althought Mazda would never let you know.

Boozted · 01-09-2006, 03:29 PM

Just had mine done last week. Seems to hold certain gears longer and shift at different points. The man-matic mode seems to respond quicker as well. Not as fast as I'd like it to, but better. But mine is an auto...

lapis_blue_beast · 01-09-2006, 03:47 PM

Yay, no recall for me, built in OCT 2004

RoX · 01-10-2006, 03:12 AM

So, what exactly can the computer do to the MTX? Why do they even do the flash if its for ATX only? Im due for an oil change this week and its still cold as hell so ill be taking it in to be done. Wonder if theyll say something.

Sigma · 01-10-2006, 09:15 AM

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I brought my 04 V6-MTX Mazda6 to the dealer for an oil change last week and they performed a recall on the transmission module.[/b]

That would be difficult since you don't even have one.

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Much to my delight, the car drives a lot better now! Especially when shifting from 1st to 2nd. I'd say it's 10 times easier to shift smoothly from 1st to 2nd.[/b]

Um, the computer can't affect the difficulty in shifting from 1st to 2nd in a Manual Transmission. There is no computer interface with your transmission and no "module" to update. That difficulty in shifting is purely a mechanical problem.

You got taken by some apparent major placebo effect.

The PCM update that you do get does feel like it gives the car a little more added grunt on the lower-end. That alone is probably a good reason to take it in. The downside is that many members have reported a lowered redline as a result of the update. Odd thing is that it's not every person across the board getting that result.

RoX · 01-10-2006, 11:57 PM

They lower the redline? Hmmm... If i were to decline the PCM, would I be forfiting anything when it comes to the warranty?

01-09-2006, 01:03 PM	#3 (permalink)
Screaming6s Track Racer Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Omaha, Ne Posts: 153 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	maybe something to do w/ the rpm's the computer reads? __________________ 2007 Dodge Charger R/T w/ Road & Track Package Traded In 2004 MAZDA6S MTX LOADED MINUS SIDE BAGS LAPIS BLUE For sale: CP-E INTAKE W/ CUSTOMIZER BLACK W/ CHROME LIP 17" ADR SZ1 RIMS 20% TINT ALL THE WAY AROUND

01-09-2006, 02:54 PM	#5 (permalink)
smokeU6s Mazda Guru Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Marlton, NJ Posts: 2,384 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	If you look at the last page of the service bulletin it clearly states TCM for A/T only. More then likely they adjusted some values in the PCM which makes it feel stonger. I had this same recall done in sept, car definatly pulls a lil stronger in the lower rpm's. Most likely timing/AF adjustments althought Mazda would never let you know. __________________ All Black Mazda6s 04 ATX 5door \| Bose \| Moonroof \| CP-E MAFci Intake \| Painted Yellow Calipers \| Magnaflow catback \| B&M tranny cooler \| Magnafine Transmission Filter \| Anzo Clear Side Markers \| Weapon X Coil on Plugs

01-09-2006, 03:29 PM	#6 (permalink)
Boozted Track Racer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: A R I Z O N A Posts: 713 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Just had mine done last week. Seems to hold certain gears longer and shift at different points. The man-matic mode seems to respond quicker as well. Not as fast as I'd like it to, but better. But mine is an auto... __________________ ~Jay~ Boozted's Cardomain My Ride

01-09-2006, 03:47 PM	#7 (permalink)
lapis_blue_beast Rally Racer Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Woodbridge, CT Posts: 1,697 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	Yay, no recall for me, built in OCT 2004 __________________ Reliable Web Hosting \| Clustered Web Hosting \| ASP Hosting \| <a href="http://www.reliablesite.net/v3/reseller.asp" target="_blank">Reseller Hosting \| Dedicated Servers </a></span> 2004 Lapis Blue Mazda6 S 5 Speed Auto - RIP 2005 Redfire Metallic Mazda6 S 6 Speed Auto 2004 Blue BMW 530i 6 Speed Auto 2004 Jet Black BMW Z4 3.0i 6 Speed Stick 1999 Brilliant Black Miata 5 Speed Stick - <span style="color:red">Sold!

01-10-2006, 03:12 AM	#8 (permalink)
RoX Rally Racer Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 1,760 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	So, what exactly can the computer do to the MTX? Why do they even do the flash if its for ATX only? Im due for an oil change this week and its still cold as hell so ill be taking it in to be done. Wonder if theyll say something. __________________ Freelance Artist: Portfolio 04' Mazda6 V6 MTX: \| CP-E Intake and Maf Customizer \| Clear side markers \| Sports Grille \| Polyurethane Eyelids \| Mazdaspeed Short throw shifter \| Mazdaspeed Springs \| Tinted (22% all around) \| Debadged \| BR lip Upcoming: Wheels, HID kit, Rear sway bar, Black tails

01-09-2006, 12:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
bradjust Learners License Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	I brought my 04 V6-MTX Mazda6 to the dealer for an oil change last week and they performed a recall on the transmission module. I asked them what it was for and they told me that it addresses some shifting, stalling, and power loss issues related to the transmission. It was just a software update. Much to my delight, the car drives a lot better now! Especially when shifting from 1st to 2nd. I'd say it's 10 times easier to shift smoothly from 1st to 2nd. Also the engine indeed doesn't stall as easily as it used to. The last thing I noticed is that the car has better acceleration. Does anyone know more details about this recall at all? I'm interested to know more about the details of this recall. I'd strongly recommend V6-MTX Mazda6 owners to bring their cars back to the dealer for this recall.

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01-09-2006, 12:48 PM	#2 (permalink)
joboy77 Track Racer Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 661 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	How does a computer update fix a manual transmission?

01-10-2006, 11:57 PM	#10 (permalink)
RoX Rally Racer Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 1,760 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	They lower the redline? Hmmm... If i were to decline the PCM, would I be forfiting anything when it comes to the warranty? __________________ Freelance Artist: Portfolio 04' Mazda6 V6 MTX: \| CP-E Intake and Maf Customizer \| Clear side markers \| Sports Grille \| Polyurethane Eyelids \| Mazdaspeed Short throw shifter \| Mazdaspeed Springs \| Tinted (22% all around) \| Debadged \| BR lip Upcoming: Wheels, HID kit, Rear sway bar, Black tails