a ruined engine?

[thongfoto]

I went to my dealership today for a simple brake pads replacement and an oil change. I watched my "genius" technician hoist up my car on the lift and commence draining my oil pan. Next, he removes the front wheels and starts installing the two front brake pads. So far, I'm pleased as punch that he's so efficient and can multi-task. Upon finishing the pad installation, he torques the wheels back on and lowers my car back down to the ground. To my horror he proceeds to open the driver's door and sits inside the cockpit to crank up my engine. I leapt out of my waiting area and sprinted for his throat. He realizes that he'd forgotten to refill my engine oil prior to pumping up the pressure in the brake lines. He stutters to me, "don't worry sir, it takes 6 hours for the oil to uncoat from inside the engine after the ignition is turned off so no damage could possibly have been done to the car". It's true that it was on for barely 3 sec before I reached him but is he correct in asserting that he hasn't filled my engine w/ metal shavings?

My car has been kept in showroom condition until "Einstein" worked on it! :evil:

[TXBlueBeast]

I dont think 3 seconds hurt it. I have a friend (I would never do this, personally, I think it is quite stupid) that when he changes his oil he starts the engine and runs it for about a full minute after it has drained just to try to get all the extra oil out. Fortunately for him he hasnt noticed anything wrong with his engine since doing this. He has been doing this for about 2 years now. I wouldnt make it a habit to do that...


-Kevin

[thongfoto]

Thanks Kevin.

Does your friend work as a Honda Mechanic in VA?

[TXBlueBeast]

Nope, so I guess stupidity is Nationwide!!!

[spdracr929]

Man what's up with these Honda Techs, I brought my S2k in to patch a nail in the tire and they guy chipped my OEM 2004 rim. They couldnt get the tire off the rim. In the end, they got me a brand new rim and I ended up having to go to wheel works to get the patch done after I went to 3 different Honda dealers. Heads up for all you 2004 owners with any tire issues, If you want a brand new rim, Go to the dealer with a nail in your tire!