Anonymous
04/20/2025 18:06
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
Anonymous wrote:I read somewhere years ago that tune ups and services are unnecessary. Just do oil changes and maintenance as needed. Since then I’ve never done “ recommended services”
I had a Honda Pilot that lasted until 200k then I sold it.
Currently on a 2018 Honda crv with 118k. Only expense this year ( last 12 mos) has been 4 new tires plus oil changes)
I’ll prob need new brakes this year.
Belts and hoses are all fine.
You never did a rear differential fluid flush? Or your crv is not awd? Not doing it for 118k miles is equivalent to not doing oil changes for 30k miles. Why bother with regular oil changes then?
Anonymous
04/20/2025 13:33
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:That should be like $200.
Bwahahahaha!!!
Yeah. In 1978. Get back in your LeBaron and drive back to the memory care center, Gramps, I’m sure they’re wondering where you are.
NP. Many of the items in the list are things that go on free 30 point safety inspections at dealers and indie garages near me.
This package has standard dealer markups. OP will save hundreds going elsewhere.
“inspection” = “glance at it and see if it’s there and in bad enough shape to sell a replacement, otherwise ignore” lolz.
Exactly. The dealer will do the same amount of glancing but actually mark up for it. The reason these are often free is they are a way to generate more revenue per service. I once paid $35 to have a license plate bulb replaced because I was lied to when I asked over the phone if it was in a difficult to get to place.
Anonymous
04/20/2025 13:28
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
I read somewhere years ago that tune ups and services are unnecessary. Just do oil changes and maintenance as needed. Since then I’ve never done “ recommended services”
I had a Honda Pilot that lasted until 200k then I sold it.
Currently on a 2018 Honda crv with 118k. Only expense this year ( last 12 mos) has been 4 new tires plus oil changes)
I’ll prob need new brakes this year.
Belts and hoses are all fine.
I had a Honda Pilot that lasted until 200k then I sold it.
Currently on a 2018 Honda crv with 118k. Only expense this year ( last 12 mos) has been 4 new tires plus oil changes)
I’ll prob need new brakes this year.
Belts and hoses are all fine.
Anonymous
04/20/2025 12:26
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:That should be like $200.
Bwahahahaha!!!
Yeah. In 1978. Get back in your LeBaron and drive back to the memory care center, Gramps, I’m sure they’re wondering where you are.
NP. Many of the items in the list are things that go on free 30 point safety inspections at dealers and indie garages near me.
This package has standard dealer markups. OP will save hundreds going elsewhere.
“inspection” = “glance at it and see if it’s there and in bad enough shape to sell a replacement, otherwise ignore” lolz.
Anonymous
04/20/2025 11:06
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:That should be like $200.
Bwahahahaha!!!
Yeah. In 1978. Get back in your LeBaron and drive back to the memory care center, Gramps, I’m sure they’re wondering where you are.
NP. Many of the items in the list are things that go on free 30 point safety inspections at dealers and indie garages near me.
This package has standard dealer markups. OP will save hundreds going elsewhere.
Anonymous
04/20/2025 11:01
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
Anonymous wrote:That should be like $200.
Bwahahahaha!!!
Yeah. In 1978. Get back in your LeBaron and drive back to the memory care center, Gramps, I’m sure they’re wondering where you are.
Anonymous
04/19/2025 11:04
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
Anonymous wrote:That should be like $200.
At a dealer…lol
Anonymous
04/19/2025 11:00
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
Anonymous wrote:OP here, ths is what's included at $850 total.
Engine Air Filter Replacement
Replace engine oil and filter
Computerized High Speed Four Wheel Tire
Balance
Rotate tires
Four Wheel Alignment
Replace brake fluid
Replace rear differential oil
Replace transfer oil
Test Battery, Charing System, and Starting
System
Inspect brake fluid level
Inspect brake lines, hoses and connections
Inspect disc brakes
Inspect drive belts
Inspect driveshaft dust boots
Inspect engine coolant level
Inspect front and rear suspension, ball joints
and wheel bearing axial play
Inspect fuel lines and hoses
Inspect function of all lights
Inspect hoses and tubes for emission
Inspect steering operation and linkages
Inspect tire inflation pressure and tire wear
Inspect washer fluid level
Lubricate all locks and hinges
Tighten bolts and nuts on chassis and body
Complimentary Service Wash
Perform Full Circle Inspection with Video
Inspection
Reset Maintenance Monitor System
Thanks for posting. How does this compare to what is in your owners manual for the 60k service?
Anonymous
04/18/2025 22:08
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
$800 is actually very reasonable for everything on the list. It is just that not all items are needed. I would do oil, transmission, rear differential, engine filter for $400 or so.
Anonymous
04/18/2025 21:59
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
That’s like Jiffy Lube plus the some fluids and an alignment. Not worth anywhere near $800.
Anonymous
04/18/2025 21:54
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
That is not $200 of service. I would put it at $500 or more for the major items. Not a crazy high amount for a dealer. Of course you can always try so save money by using a shop that is not a dealer and by learning to do some things yourself. For those who have more money than time just paying that makes sense.
Anonymous
04/18/2025 21:42
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:don't use a dealer unless it is part of the free service when you buy a new car. find a reputable repair shop that is less expensive.
Be careful. At 60k, you have potential to void warranties by not getting everything that’s recommended and getting everything done by an authorized mechanic.
What warranties are you talking about? The standard warranty from Mazda is 36k bumper to bumper and 60k for the drive train. OP is out of warranty at this point.
Extended warranties are often offered. None of us knows the package OP bought. We’re just guessing at what OP might need to consider and this is something that is on the list.
Anonymous
04/18/2025 21:39
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:don't use a dealer unless it is part of the free service when you buy a new car. find a reputable repair shop that is less expensive.
Be careful. At 60k, you have potential to void warranties by not getting everything that’s recommended and getting everything done by an authorized mechanic.
What warranties are you talking about? The standard warranty from Mazda is 36k bumper to bumper and 60k for the drive train. OP is out of warranty at this point.
Anonymous
04/18/2025 20:02
Subject: Recommended Maintenance
Anonymous wrote:don't use a dealer unless it is part of the free service when you buy a new car. find a reputable repair shop that is less expensive.
Be careful. At 60k, you have potential to void warranties by not getting everything that’s recommended and getting everything done by an authorized mechanic.