Works4me
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Post by Works4me on Oct 15, 2016 22:54:06 GMT -5
So glad your husband was able to accompany you and also,happy that all is going well.
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seriousthistime
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Post by seriousthistime on Oct 15, 2016 23:08:15 GMT -5
Thanks for the reassurance on the "service" message. I did get a display telling me the gas cap was loose-about 200 miles past the place where I left it. THAT was helpful. There's an Autozone close by and I'm going to see if I can get a new gas cap but I'm guessing that even if that's the source of the "Service Engine" message that message won't go away till someone resets it. I really hate a lot of the crap they put in cars now that drive up the price and make them more complicated- not to mention "black boxes" and GPS systems that spy on you. This should be fine, temporarily, maybe permanently, but I know from past experience that not all gas caps are the same. XH replaced the one in our old BMW with one from Autozone. He was too cheap to buy one from the dealer. Over time, we noticed that it took less and less gas to fill the tank and we were driving fewer miles between fill-ups. Over a couple of years, it gradually got to a point where we were practically driving from one station to the next. Turns out XH had bought the wrong kind of gas cap; I think he needed to buy the vented kind but he bought the unvented kind. It caused the gas tank to collapse inward over time. And when this happened, XH was already the ex, the car repairs were on my dime, and I couldn't even chastise him for cheap-ing out on this. The repairs were pricey. DS went to pick up the car, drove to the gas station next to the dealer, and filled the tank because of course the new one was basically empty. DS left the gas station with the new gas cap on top of the car. When I called the BMW service rep to tell him we would have to order another gas cap, there was a huge pause, and then a huge belly laugh. And THAT is how I found out what a new gas cap of the proper type actually costs -- about $10. It is about the only reasonably priced part of a BMW. Moral of the story -- get the right kind, from the dealer.
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justme
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Post by justme on Oct 15, 2016 23:40:18 GMT -5
Whenever is gone off for my car for it, the light turns off by itself once it's corrected. Might take a few times of turning it on, but it always goes away
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2016 8:04:35 GMT -5
Moral of the story -- get the right kind, from the dealer. Thanks for the cautionary tale. AutoZone is nearby and open on Sunday, so it will be a good temporary measure for the trip home. I'll also consult with my brother who knows cars inside and out! ETA: Found an auto parts store and the guy actually looked up the VIN and got the right gas cap. The first choice didn't work and it turned out they changed to threaded caps late in the model year and he got me one of those. So, I think it will work. Glad I didn't just get it off the internet.
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Post by busymom on Oct 16, 2016 23:13:00 GMT -5
Have a safe trip back home! No hurry, no worries!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 17, 2016 18:28:25 GMT -5
The "Service Engine Soon" light is off. Woo-hoo!
In for the night near Knoxville, feeling much better. I didn't realize how stressed I was about whether we'd even make it to the funeral, how it would be, etc. If DH were to depart this world sooner as a consequence of this trip we don't care now. He spent the day admiring the scenery and the geology of the Great Smokies; he's always done the driving. If he were home he'd be in front of the TV with a hired minder nearby. Quality of life is a priority at this point.
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chiver78
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Post by chiver78 on Oct 17, 2016 19:53:24 GMT -5
you guys have a great and healthy attitude about all of this sadness, that's going to help you both now, and you as you move on when your DH passes. I am pretty sure I've said this already, but I am hopeful for your continued peace.
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GRG a/k/a goldenrulegirl
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Post by GRG a/k/a goldenrulegirl on Oct 17, 2016 21:06:21 GMT -5
The "Service Engine Soon" light is off. Woo-hoo! In for the night near Knoxville, feeling much better. I didn't realize how stressed I was about whether we'd even make it to the funeral, how it would be, etc. If DH were to depart this world sooner as a consequence of this trip we don't care now. He spent the day admiring the scenery and the geology of the Great Smokies; he's always done the driving. If he were home he'd be in front of the TV with a hired minder nearby. Quality of life is a priority at this point. I am sincerely in awe of your grace, and your presence of mind despite such sadness, in the above post. I pray I have a fraction of both if ever faced with a similar journey.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Oct 17, 2016 21:41:02 GMT -5
athena, no words. Your strength is admirable and beyond anything I could do when my mother was sick. It made me smile to read that hubby is enjoying the beautiful scenery.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2016 16:57:04 GMT -5
Fast update. First of all, thanks to everyone for your kind words. We're home and DH is settled in front of the TV. We are VERY grateful we were able to make this trip together and get home safely.
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Post by debthaven on Oct 19, 2016 17:16:53 GMT -5
I'm so happy for you Athena, and I can only echo what the others have said. You are the epitome of grace.
If I remember correctly your DS, DIL and DGD will be arriving later today. I hope you have a wonderful visit together. I'm sure your DH needs to catch up on some sleep, and I'm sure you do too. Take care of yourselves.
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