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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Freedom, Apr 19, 2009.

  1. Freedom

    Freedom Active Member

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    Last week, Carmine went in for the 5000 mile service. Went to the dealer where I bought. Thanks again to all of you here on Prius Chat.

    I "only" paid $24.99 for the oil and filter change, plus $24.99 for the tire rotation.

    They wanted another $89.50 for ??? and another $104.99 for ??? NONE of which is required maintenance for the Prius at 5000. So I knew to say no. Having read this forum diligently for the 3 months wait for my car, and for a month or so afterwards, I made certain I checked my manual and knew what was required before hand.

    Part of the $89.50 was to check brakes. The car is brand new, and they were in looking at the brakes while they were rotating the tires, so WHY would I pay for it a second time??? The guy at the desk just grinned and said many folks do it.

    And when the service was done, before I paid and checked out, I walked over to the tech and asked how much oil he put in? "3.5 quarts for the Prius," he replied with a grin! :cheer2:

    (And please, no comments about how I could do all this myself and save even more; that is just not an option for me at this time.)
     
    #1 Freedom, Apr 19, 2009
  2. Patrick Wong

    Patrick Wong DIY Enthusiast

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    You did well. If you wish to save $25 in the future, I suggest that you have subsequent tire rotations done at 10K mile intervals, now that you've rotated them after the first 5K miles (i.e., at 15K miles, 25K miles etc.)
     
    #2 Patrick Wong, Apr 19, 2009
  3. 2009Prius

    2009Prius A Wimpy DIYer

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    I would avoid the same dealer in the future if possible.
     
    #3 2009Prius, Apr 20, 2009
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    usbseawolf2000 HSD PhD

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    I agree with Patrick. Assuming the tires are going to last 50k miles. You are going to spend $250 rotating to extend the life (to make sure one does not wear faster than the others).

    Well, $250 can get you 3 new tires.
     
    #4 usbseawolf2000, Apr 20, 2009
  5. JimboK

    JimboK One owner, low mileage

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    Maybe not. Many Goodyear dealers will rotate Goodyear tires for free, even if not purchased there. It's worth checking with the local dealer.
     
    #5 JimboK, Apr 20, 2009
  6. usbseawolf2000

    usbseawolf2000 HSD PhD

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    Good point. Costco also rotate for free if you buy the tires from them. So why pay the dealer $25 for every rotation?
     
    #6 usbseawolf2000, Apr 20, 2009
  7. SageBrush

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    When it comes time to buy new tyres, pick a place with lifetime free rotation. I use Costco, but I think many alternatives are available.
     
    #7 SageBrush, Apr 20, 2009
  8. richard schumacher

    richard schumacher shortbus driver

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    Way to go! That dealer (more precisely, that service writer) doesn't sound half bad, actually. He did what you wanted without snarling or giving you the hard sell.

    For even more safety and economy, don't rotate the tires at all. It's safer to have the better tires at he rear, and because the front pair wear out faster this happens naturally. When the front pair wear out, move the rear pair to the front and put a new pair at the rear. Simple.
     
    #8 richard schumacher, Apr 20, 2009
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