30k mile service--DIY or take it to Honda?
10-09-2002, 11:09 AM
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30k mile service--DIY or take it to Honda?
My lude is actually a bit overdue for her 30k mile service, she has 38k and had 33k when I bought her. Regardless, is it worth it for me to take her to Honda? I had the car inspected by Honda before I bought it, and there was nothing seriously wrong.
From my research, it appears that much of the 30k service are items that were performed by Honda before purhcase. Here's what they do (according to Yahoo's car info):
As for the few replacement/adjustment items, I can do those myself. So, is there really any reason why I need to spend $290 on the 30k mile service?
[Modified by doe, 8:11 PM 10/9/2002]
From my research, it appears that much of the 30k service are items that were performed by Honda before purhcase. Here's what they do (according to Yahoo's car info):
Replace Engine Oil
Replace Engine Oil Filter
Replace Air Cleaner Filter
Replace Distributor Cap
Replace Distributor Rotor
Replace Air Conditioning Filter
Replace Valve Cover Gasket
Replace Valve Cover Grommets/Washers
Rotate Tires
Adjust Parking Brake
Adjust Engine Valve Clearances
Lubricate All Hinges, Latches, Door Locks and Door Weather Strips
Inspect Tires and Adjust Air Pressures, Including Spare Tire
Inspect Exhaust System and Heat Shields
Inspect Drive Belts
Inspect Battery and Clean Terminals
Inspect Suspension Components
Inspect Steering Gear and Linkage
Inspect Parking Brake Operation
Inspect Brake Lines and Cables
Inspect Brake System
Inspect Wheel Alignment
Check Lights
Check All Fluid Level
Replace Engine Oil Filter
Replace Air Cleaner Filter
Replace Distributor Cap
Replace Distributor Rotor
Replace Air Conditioning Filter
Replace Valve Cover Gasket
Replace Valve Cover Grommets/Washers
Rotate Tires
Adjust Parking Brake
Adjust Engine Valve Clearances
Lubricate All Hinges, Latches, Door Locks and Door Weather Strips
Inspect Tires and Adjust Air Pressures, Including Spare Tire
Inspect Exhaust System and Heat Shields
Inspect Drive Belts
Inspect Battery and Clean Terminals
Inspect Suspension Components
Inspect Steering Gear and Linkage
Inspect Parking Brake Operation
Inspect Brake Lines and Cables
Inspect Brake System
Inspect Wheel Alignment
Check Lights
Check All Fluid Level
[Modified by doe, 8:11 PM 10/9/2002]
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Re: 30k mile service--DIY or take it to Honda? (doe)
I suppose the only area I might have trouble would be adjusting the engine valve clearances.
10-09-2002, 11:42 AM
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Re: 30k mile service--DIY or take it to Honda? (doe)
no need to bring the car for anything unless it's major service such as timing belt/water pump/tensioner. or even valve adjustment. some people can do these things themselves but feel more comfortable having someone else do it.
all the other maintenance checks are all bs. there's a reason why some hondas go 200k with no major service. reliable cars even for dumb owners.
all the other maintenance checks are all bs. there's a reason why some hondas go 200k with no major service. reliable cars even for dumb owners.
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Re: 30k mile service--DIY or take it to Honda? (bgod)
no need to bring the car for anything unless it's major service such as timing belt/water pump/tensioner. or even valve adjustment. some people can do these things themselves but feel more comfortable having someone else do it.
all the other maintenance checks are all bs. there's a reason why some hondas go 200k with no major service. reliable cars even for dumb owners.
all the other maintenance checks are all bs. there's a reason why some hondas go 200k with no major service. reliable cars even for dumb owners.
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