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Old 02-08-2007, 08:21 AM   #2
mikefocke
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Assuming the car is out of warranty

you want to ask the dealer to do the things you can't do because you don't have the tools, the expertise or the time.

So tasks like replacing filters, oil changes, wiper blades, etc you want to do yourself buying the products for those tasks from one of the many discount sources.

What you want from the dealer (or better a good independent) are the things you don't have expertise to do (inspections), tools to do (things that need a lift) or, if you have more $ than time, you just walk up and hand the dealer your wallet.

If the car is still under warranty, you may just want to pay in hopes of the dealer doing more of the repair/adjustment work on your shift linkage and brakes under warranty.

Might want to consider an alignment check if the tires show unusual wear as it has probably been a long time since you had one. It would cost but have you had one in ~3 years? The dealer will probably look at the tires while it is on the lift and tell you if you need one. They are always looking for extra work.
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