Do you get the regular xx,000 mile maintenence done on your car?

**jAZ** · 12-09-2004, 03:43 PM

According to AAA, the following mainenance schedule is recommended...

How closely do you follow it?

http://www.csaa.com/global/articlede...7C1810,00.html

Maintenance Item -- Mileage or Time
Inspect lights and check tire pressure -- At least monthly
Oil & filter change and chassis lubrication -- 3,000 to 5,000 miles or 3 to 4 months
Underhood belt and hose inspection -- 3,000 to 5,000 miles or 3 to 4 months (every oil change)
Tire rotation and wheel balancing -- 6,000 miles or every other oil change
Brake inspection -- 6,000 miles or every other oil change
Replace air filter -- 12,000 to 24,000 miles or as indicated by inspection
Replace fuel filter -- 24,000 to 100,000 miles
Automatic transmission service -- 24,000 to 100,000 miles
Wheel alignment check -- 12,000 to 24,000 miles or as indicated by tire wear
Cooling system flush and refill -- 40,000 to 100,000 miles
Belt and hose replacement -- 60,000 to 100,000 miles or 5 to 8 years
Engine timing belt replacement -- 60,000 to 100,000 miles (when equipped) or 5 to 8 years
Air conditioning performance check -- Annually, usually in the spring

**Saulbadguy** · 12-09-2004, 03:47 PM

About every 3 months I get the minor things checked because I take my car to a quick oil change place, and they check lots of stuff.

I get my tires rotated every so often.

I just rely on the oil change place to alert me of any problems, or any services I have due. They take care of their customers pretty well, so I trust em.

**alpha_omega** · 12-09-2004, 03:49 PM

Just did the 30k service on my Honda. It was spendy ($300.00), but the peace of mind is worth it!

Radar Chief · 12-09-2004, 04:00 PM

I perform all of my own vehicle maintenance but I’m meticulous when it comes to my toys.

Radar Chief · 12-09-2004, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by jAZ

According to AAA, the following mainenance schedule is recommended...

Engine timing belt replacement -- 60,000 to 100,000 miles (when equipped) or 5 to 8 years

For anyone with an overhead cam motor, I’d HIGHLY suggest doing this step at 30 to 50 K Miles instead. It may be a little pricey, but having the timing belt changed more often is still less expensive than rebuilding or replacing the cylinder head, if not the entire motor.

**Rain Man** · 12-09-2004, 04:12 PM

I historically have not, but my wife is stringent about it and so I'll probably do it with my new(er) car.

Actually, let me ask some advice. My car has these lights on the dash. It starts with five lights and drops down to one, which then turns yellow when you're supposed to take the car in. This counts for everything, including changing the oil.

I don't drive much, and when I bought the car (used) it was already down to three lights. I've been driving the car for two years now, and have only put about 4,000 miles on it. The kicker is that the dashboard is still on two lights. About six months ago, I called the dealership and said, "Are you serious about this? It's been 18 months. Shouldn't I be getting the oil changed or something?" and the service manager said, "Nope. Don't bring it in until you get one yellow light."

I'm starting to feel guilty about this. Should I call again or something? The car runs great and the oil is dark, but the oil/car is designed to only have oil changes every 10,000 miles.

Radar Chief · 12-09-2004, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

I historically have not, but my wife is stringent about it and so I'll probably do it with my new(er) car.

Actually, let me ask some advice. My car has these lights on the dash. It starts with five lights and drops down to one, which then turns yellow when you're supposed to take the car in. This counts for everything, including changing the oil.

I don't drive much, and when I bought the car (used) it was already down to three lights. I've been driving the car for two years now, and have only put about 4,000 miles on it. The kicker is that the dashboard is still on two lights. About six months ago, I called the dealership and said, "Are you serious about this? It's been 18 months. Shouldn't I be getting the oil changed or something?" and the service manager said, "Nope. Don't bring it in until you get one yellow light."

I'm starting to feel guilty about this. Should I call again or something? The car runs great and the oil is dark, but the oil/car is designed to only have oil changes every 10,000 miles.

This is on that Beemer of yours isn’t it?
My section sergeant in the Army had a Beemer with the same maintenance gauge only he ignored it. When the last light went out, the car stopped on the spot and would start again until a Beemer Tech came out and reset its computer.
Personally, I’d milk every bit of luminance that gauge has to offer, then if the car ever screws up blame BMW for it.

**Rain Man** · 12-09-2004, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Radar Chief

This is on that Beemer of yours isn’t it?
My section sergeant in the Army had a Beemer with the same maintenance gauge only he ignored it. When the last light went out, the car stopped on the spot and would start again until a Beemer Tech came out and reset its computer.
Personally, I’d milk every bit of luminance that gauge has to offer, then if the car ever screws up blame BMW for it.

Yeah, it's the Beemer. I've spent a grand total of $14 in maintenance (planned and unplanned) in two years. The $14 was to repair a tire that caught a nail. I'm feeling antsy like I'm ignoring it or something, but man, it just runs like a champ.*

That's weird that the car went to sleep like that.

* Not Champ Bailey.

Radar Chief · 12-09-2004, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rain Man

Yeah, it's the Beemer. I've spent a grand total of $14 in maintenance (planned and unplanned) in two years. The $14 was to repair a tire that caught a nail. I'm feeling antsy like I'm ignoring it or something, but man, it just runs like a champ.*

That's weird that the car went to sleep like that.

* Not Champ Bailey.

As it was explained to me that’s to ensure certified Beemer techs are doing the work.

Radar Chief · 12-09-2004, 04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rain Man

Yeah, it's the Beemer. I've spent a grand total of $14 in maintenance (planned and unplanned) in two years. The $14 was to repair a tire that caught a nail. I'm feeling antsy like I'm ignoring it or something, but man, it just runs like a champ.*

That's weird that the car went to sleep like that.

* Not Champ Bailey.

I wouldn’t be too worried ‘bout it. Time doesn’t break down oil, heat and friction do.

**Bwana** · 12-09-2004, 05:01 PM

Some of that stuff is B.S. as far as when they claim it needs to be done and when it really needs to be done. When it REALLY needs to be done, I do it myself.

**Rain Man** · 12-09-2004, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Bwana

Some of that stuff is B.S. as far as when they claim it needs to be done and when it really needs to be done. When it REALLY needs to be done, I do it myself.

I don't need some market research hack telling me about cars.

**Bwana** · 12-09-2004, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rain Man

I don't need some market research hack telling me about cars.

Logical · 12-09-2004, 05:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rain Man

I historically have not, but my wife is stringent about it and so I'll probably do it with my new(er) car.

Actually, let me ask some advice. My car has these lights on the dash. It starts with five lights and drops down to one, which then turns yellow when you're supposed to take the car in. This counts for everything, including changing the oil.

I don't drive much, and when I bought the car (used) it was already down to three lights. I've been driving the car for two years now, and have only put about 4,000 miles on it. The kicker is that the dashboard is still on two lights. About six months ago, I called the dealership and said, "Are you serious about this? It's been 18 months. Shouldn't I be getting the oil changed or something?" and the service manager said, "Nope. Don't bring it in until you get one yellow light."

I'm starting to feel guilty about this. Should I call again or something? The car runs great and the oil is dark, but the oil/car is designed to only have oil changes every 10,000 miles.

Wow at first I thought you were joking. If you were this is an elaborate effort even for Rain Man.

**Rain Man** · 12-09-2004, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vlad Logicslav

Wow at first I thought you were joking. If you were this is an elaborate effort even for Rain Man.

I never joke about the Beemer.

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12-09-2004, 03:43 PM
jAZ Supporter Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Tucson, AZ Casino cash: $9847493	Do you get the regular xx,000 mile maintenence done on your car? According to AAA, the following mainenance schedule is recommended... How closely do you follow it? http://www.csaa.com/global/articlede...7C1810,00.html Maintenance Item -- Mileage or Time Inspect lights and check tire pressure -- At least monthly Oil & filter change and chassis lubrication -- 3,000 to 5,000 miles or 3 to 4 months Underhood belt and hose inspection -- 3,000 to 5,000 miles or 3 to 4 months (every oil change) Tire rotation and wheel balancing -- 6,000 miles or every other oil change Brake inspection -- 6,000 miles or every other oil change Replace air filter -- 12,000 to 24,000 miles or as indicated by inspection Replace fuel filter -- 24,000 to 100,000 miles Automatic transmission service -- 24,000 to 100,000 miles Wheel alignment check -- 12,000 to 24,000 miles or as indicated by tire wear Cooling system flush and refill -- 40,000 to 100,000 miles Belt and hose replacement -- 60,000 to 100,000 miles or 5 to 8 years Engine timing belt replacement -- 60,000 to 100,000 miles (when equipped) or 5 to 8 years Air conditioning performance check -- Annually, usually in the spring
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12-09-2004, 03:47 PM	#2
Saulbadguy When a nightmare becomes real Join Date: Nov 2003 Casino cash: $2386966	About every 3 months I get the minor things checked because I take my car to a quick oil change place, and they check lots of stuff. I get my tires rotated every so often. I just rely on the oil change place to alert me of any problems, or any services I have due. They take care of their customers pretty well, so I trust em.
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Radar Chief Wearing ballistic dog goggles. Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: In the box. Casino cash: $5071503	I perform all of my own vehicle maintenance but I’m meticulous when it comes to my toys. __________________ Like "Cool Hand" Luke I'm busting rocks. __/\|_/[___] \|/ \\_\| ---OllllO _( ))~-( ))-0--))
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Rain Man NFL's #1 Ermines Fan Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: My house Casino cash: $3068491 VARSITY	I historically have not, but my wife is stringent about it and so I'll probably do it with my new(er) car. Actually, let me ask some advice. My car has these lights on the dash. It starts with five lights and drops down to one, which then turns yellow when you're supposed to take the car in. This counts for everything, including changing the oil. I don't drive much, and when I bought the car (used) it was already down to three lights. I've been driving the car for two years now, and have only put about 4,000 miles on it. The kicker is that the dashboard is still on two lights. About six months ago, I called the dealership and said, "Are you serious about this? It's been 18 months. Shouldn't I be getting the oil changed or something?" and the service manager said, "Nope. Don't bring it in until you get one yellow light." I'm starting to feel guilty about this. Should I call again or something? The car runs great and the oil is dark, but the oil/car is designed to only have oil changes every 10,000 miles. __________________ I'm putting random letters here as a celebration of free speech: xigrakgrah misorojeq rkemeseit.
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Bwana It's Five O'Clock Somewhere Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Billings, Montana Casino cash: $2139303647	Some of that stuff is B.S. as far as when they claim it needs to be done and when it really needs to be done. When it REALLY needs to be done, I do it myself. __________________ Adventure is dangerous....but monotony can kill you.
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