Just brought my 2008 EX in for brake service, as the brakes were vibrating a bit and not as strong. I was told it may be covered under a service bulletin which would be great.
They recommended the 15000mi service which includes tire rot alignment oil fluids air filter, cleaning batt terminals etc. Since I changed oil 2 months ago I passed on this. I allowed them to rotate tires and align wheels. The other things I feel are unnecessary and expensive. Anyone else feel this way?
What are the necessary things to be done at 15000 without just throwing money away? By the way I have a 2008 that until 3 months ago was barely driven which is why am just doing this service now after 2 years.
15,000 mile service
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mikemax99
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Re: 15,000 mile service
Perso, I don't think the air filters are unnecessary if they are dirty but yes you can do them by yourself. Have they service they brakes under the tsb?? because brake t-up is necessary (caliper lubrication etc...). brake t-up is kind of cheap compare to caliper replacement. If your car is low in miles, like you said, your better to follow the maintenance schedule cuz a car that dosen't ride worn faster!
Re: 15,000 mile service
They replaced the brakes under the TSB. Calipers pads etc.. I will try to replace air filter myself. The battery terminals are perfectly clean so I didnt feel need to have them charge me to clean them. I had them Rotate and align wheels and balance. I assume this is good enough under my lease agreements.
Re: 15,000 mile service
Those 15k mile service and many of the other services... they are usually just inspections and minor things that you can do yourself and save a lot of $$. Most of them are not really parts/fluids or replacements of anything, just looking at things. The same service they sell you for say $300+, an independent shop would do for $100+ Those are the biggest $$ makers for the service dept.