LOCKDOWN Independent Foglight modification RECALL!!

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello Everyone

We have discovered a potential issue with the OEM independent foglight modification using the reconfigured OEM foglight relay. The issue we have discovered appears to pertain to the use of aftermarket bulbs in the foglight housing and the extra current draw that aftermarket bulbs can create.

It appears that the current draw from the use of aftermarket bulbs is slightly higher than the OEM relay can handle, especially with the extra length of wiring used for the independent foglight modification. We have come up with a solution for this issue, which is completly replacing the OEM foglight relay with a higher current handling automotive relay and upgraded wire harness system to the OEM relay connections.

This new configuration is how from this point onwards ALL independent foglight modifications will be performed at LOCKDOWN. Over the last year we have done a number of TM3 member\'s Mazda 3\'s for this modification and as such are inviting everyone who has had this done here at LOCKDOWN to contact us and we will upgrade the relay at NO CHARGE. We will also be making an effort to contact everyone directly in case they do not see this posting here on the forum.

While this is an issue only for those vehicles that have been equipped with aftermarket bulbs in the foglights, in the pursuit of 100% reliability in all situations we are offering this upgrade to ensure there are no possibilities for problems in the future.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have, we can be reached at:

(647)-435-5896
info@lockdownsecurity.ca
www.lockdownsecurity.ca

LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.
191 Nugget Avenue
Unit # 2
M1S 3B1

We look forward to hearing from everyone, and if there is anybody out there who has performed this modication themselves, please be advised that we now recommend that you too upgrade your wiring/relay as stated above as well.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[majic]

wow.. outstanding.. customer service at its best..

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[bluntman]

Email sent

...damn PM limit!

[Mica3SGT]

LOCKDOWN you rule!
If I had any doubts about using you for HID installation you eliminated these totally.
Jeff, what would be the cost of the independant fog mod along with the install of an aftermarket HID? With the days getting shorter better lighting is needed.
Thanks! :)

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello Everyone

Thank you for the positive feedback, our main business goal is to ensure that everyone we serve here at LOCKDOWN receives the best possible service and support available, thus the reasoning behind posting this recall.

Our pricing on the independent foglight mod is going to increase to $39.99 plus taxes (used to be $34.99 plus taxes) to accomodate the addition of an external relay.

Again, thank you for the positive feedback, it is always much appreciated, and thank you to everyone here on the forum for allowing LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc. to work on their vehicles.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[chaser]

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[billyfo]

though not a good thing to be heard, but still thumb up to you, Jeff.

do you have time limit for the recall, cause I might also go to your place for PIE installation at X\'mas period. thanks.

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello Everyone

I have not set a time limit for this recall, I have a list of all the vehicles and the owners of the cars which we have done, so I will be checking off the names as they come in to have the relay set-up switched.

Feel free to call me when you are available and we can set up a time for you to come in and have the relay swapped out. You may recive a call from me as I go down the list of names and contact everyone to make them aware of this recall.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprise Inc.

[///M]

Awesome customer service. Thanks for identifying the problem today. http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthup.gif

[Devin98]

This is amazing customer service, congrats!

[RedRaptor]

Awesome customer service Jeff. :)

How about for everyone who got their HIDs and Indep Fogs from Sam Peng (http://torontomazda3.com/forum/read.php?TID=891)?! :sarc

Hahaha...

[MajesticBlueNTO]

Jeff is a class act!

Lockdown\'s customer service is second to none and they truly care about the customer rather than the ducats.

[bluntman]

Other that myself who went by Lockdown today (November 11). I was heard that 2 other Mazdas were scheduled for a 5pm appointment for the same thing. I just missed you guys by a few minutes. :(

[MajesticBlueNTO]

Originally posted by bluntman


Other that myself who went by Lockdown today (November 11). I was heard that 2 other Mazdas were scheduled for a 5pm appointment for the same thing. I just missed you guys by a few minutes. :(

damn...it\'s like the polkaroo ;)

[chinsterr]

Hey Jeff ,

I got my HID kit installed @ lockdown during the summer. I wish to come in and have the relays swapped out as i plan to replace the stock fogs with yellow ones :p The only problem is that I am in waterloo right now (school) and do not plan on coming back home till christmas. Do you think it is possible to get this done in january ? will you still be doing this is january ? Please email me at: andrewmarkchin@gmail.com


Chinsterr

[awhoy]

Hi Jeff,

I did the independent fog mod myself. After reading your recall, figure I better upgrade the relay. How much are you selling the upgreded oem fog relay? Can I just drop by and pick one up?

thanks,
-John

[chaser]

Originally posted by chinsterr
will you still be doing this is january ?


Originally posted by LOCKDOWN-P5
I have not set a time limit for this recall, I have a list of all the vehicles and the owners of the cars which we have done, so I will be checking off the names as they come in to have the relay set-up switched.

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello Everyone

I have contacted or left messages with everyone on my listing of Mazda3\'s that we have done. We do not have a time limit for this modification, and as such welcome everyone who cannot make it in right away to give us a call when they can make it in to see us.

The price for just the relay and modification for anyone who has performed this already is $19.99 plus taxes, including the relay and all labour.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[Hazy]

Two thumbs up for great customer service.

[lukel90]

Jeff

you left a message on my phone a day or so ago and i got back to you , but you were busy and never called back. you said you had a question about my ind. fog mod. I read your recall and its great news, but i dont have aftermarket fogs. and my connections still got toasted. hopefully your open mondays, ill give you a call and maybe set up an appointment to get it done again. i like the way my car looked in the daytime with just the fogs on.

when i was having my car problems a couple of weeks ago with the connections and stuff i took my car to mazda to get it looked at, but before i took the car in i totally dis-assembled the ind fog mod. just disconnectoed the wires that go into the fuse box and under the steering column. can you still do this upgrade, i guess you\'ll need to do the entire install again. anyhow...ill call you on monday and we\'ll talk it over...thanks again...

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello Luke

It was nice to talk to you over the phone yesterday, I\'ve had a very hectic scedule over the last few days (actaully weeks:)) and as such unfortunately had not had a chance to call you back. As per our conversation this recall is valid until we complete everyone\'s vehicle we have worked on in regards to this mod.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[jdanielsg]

Originally posted by LOCKDOWN-P5


Hello Everyone

We have discovered a potential issue with the OEM independent foglight modification using the reconfigured OEM foglight relay. The issue we have discovered appears to pertain to the use of aftermarket bulbs in the foglight housing and the extra current draw that aftermarket bulbs can create.

It appears that the current draw from the use of aftermarket bulbs is slightly higher than the OEM relay can handle, especially with the extra length of wiring used for the independent foglight modification. We have come up with a solution for this issue, which is completly replacing the OEM foglight relay with a higher current handling automotive relay and upgraded wire harness system to the OEM relay connections.


We look forward to hearing from everyone, and if there is anybody out there who has performed this modication themselves, please be advised that we now recommend that you too upgrade your wiring/relay as stated above as well.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

I did this mod... when you say relay what are you refering to ? LOL n upgraded wire harness ? lower gauge wire? maybe you can help out by clarifying.. I am not in town if not I would get you to do it... but for sure I\'ll see you for my compustar