Rear main seal, fly wheel damaged

[jmorrow]

I was on the freeway and as I exited I noticed smoke coming out of the rear of my 07 mada. I didn't have far to go and it got me there. Had it towed and the dealer had to order a rear main seal, oil pan and fly wheel. Not sure what started it yet. They said they shoudl be able to tell me after they finish taking it apart to repair it. They also said I may get a new motor, but have to get it where it will start, or at least try to, before they can confirm that. They said they have not seen anything like this yet on these engines. No one had the parts and they had to order them. I will post what they tell me later.

On the sweet side I am driving a 2010 loaner SE. I like the interior changes. What I have noticed most is that this thing steers way better than my 07 ever has. There is not anywhere near the steering wheel bounce that I have complained about since I bought my 07. I didnt think they changed anything with the suspension, but this thing is way more stout than mine. I wonder what gives. I did talk to the service advisor and they are looking into this also.

More to come.......