sprtdsgnGS

hey guys,

brought the car in to the dealer to have the spark plugs replaced ($230) and have the automatic trans. power flushed ($179). i have a 2003 gs w 60k miles.

dealer called back saying i need all this done:

a. brake fluid power flushed ($139)
b. fan belt replaced ($139)
c. coolant flushed ($139)
d. spark plug wires/ coils replaced (in addition to changing plugs) ($230)


would like some opinions on which of the above you would have done. thanks again for the input.

GSteg

iTrader: (15)

How handy are you? The brake fluid job you can do easily as long as you have someone else with you. You can probably save $130 on that job alone.

Spark plugs wires and coils do not need to be replaced unless they're actually damaged/not-working.

mitsuguy

iTrader: (2)

Correct... and the belt, you should look at yourself, look for any cracking in the ribbed area... cracks = recommended maintenance, chunks missing = required maintenance...

Coolant flush and Brake flush not a bad idea, but their prices are kinda high... with Toyota Red fluid, we charge $99 for a coolant flush, and for $76.99, we do a brake fluid flush...

sprtdsgnGS

unfortunately, i am not a DIY person so i will let the dealer handle the maintenance.

thanks for the advice on the spark plug wires/ coils. my manual recommends doing the plugs at 60k but made no mention of the wires/ coils being replaced.