60k maintenance ?s
12-29-07, 07:27 PM
#1
60k maintenance ?s
Well its time to get the 60k service done. Dealer wants 1200 for it all. I also need to have my ball joints replaced. Is there any reason my mechanic can't perform the service if I get the necessary parts? What else should I have checked while the ball joints are being replaced? Thanks for the input.
12-29-07, 07:45 PM
#2
Here are the basic 60k maintenance items to look for:
- Air Filter Change (intake and AC filter)
- Oil Change
- Spark Plugs Change
- Power Steering Fluid Flush/Change
- Replace Brake Fluid and Flush System
- Trans and rear differential fluid change
- Replace coolant
- Inspection of suspension parts
It's something your mechanic can do. No need to bring the car to the dealer unless you just want it to be on record.
In addition to balljoints, check the tie-rods.
- Air Filter Change (intake and AC filter)
- Oil Change
- Spark Plugs Change
- Power Steering Fluid Flush/Change
- Replace Brake Fluid and Flush System
- Trans and rear differential fluid change
- Replace coolant
- Inspection of suspension parts
It's something your mechanic can do. No need to bring the car to the dealer unless you just want it to be on record.
In addition to balljoints, check the tie-rods.
12-29-07, 08:05 PM
#3
Here are the basic 60k maintenance items to look for:
- Air Filter Change (intake and AC filter)
- Oil Change
- Spark Plugs Change
- Power Steering Fluid Flush/Change
- Replace Brake Fluid and Flush System
- Trans and rear differential fluid change
- Replace coolant
- Inspection of suspension parts
It's something your mechanic can do. No need to bring the car to the dealer unless you just want it to be on record.
In addition to balljoints, check the tie-rods.
- Air Filter Change (intake and AC filter)
- Oil Change
- Spark Plugs Change
- Power Steering Fluid Flush/Change
- Replace Brake Fluid and Flush System
- Trans and rear differential fluid change
- Replace coolant
- Inspection of suspension parts
It's something your mechanic can do. No need to bring the car to the dealer unless you just want it to be on record.
In addition to balljoints, check the tie-rods.
12-29-07, 08:19 PM
#4
timing belt is recommended at 6 years/90k miles.
It's unnecessary to have it done right now. Our timing belt will not snap right at the 6 year/90k miles mark. It's a preventative maintenance that's cheaper than replacing the whole valvetrain system. My cousin has a GS with 140k miles and his timing belt is still the original.
For a dealer to tell you to get a timing belt way in advance, I would reconsider my future visit. They darn well know the timing belt does not need to be changed right now, unless they have visually inspected the belt. Even then, the belt has to be pretty darn worn out which is very rare for our vehicles at this age.
Later on, consider doing your 90k at a toyota dealership if possible. Most of the time, they'll work on our cars at a fraction of the price.
It's unnecessary to have it done right now. Our timing belt will not snap right at the 6 year/90k miles mark. It's a preventative maintenance that's cheaper than replacing the whole valvetrain system. My cousin has a GS with 140k miles and his timing belt is still the original.
For a dealer to tell you to get a timing belt way in advance, I would reconsider my future visit. They darn well know the timing belt does not need to be changed right now, unless they have visually inspected the belt. Even then, the belt has to be pretty darn worn out which is very rare for our vehicles at this age.
Later on, consider doing your 90k at a toyota dealership if possible. Most of the time, they'll work on our cars at a fraction of the price.
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