I'm getting close to having to do my 30K tune up and was wondering if it was worth spending the $600 to have it done at a dealer or should I go to someplace cheaper. Any thoughts?

 

I believe I only paid around $400 at the Bellevue Honda.

Is it worth it? I think some of the things should absolutely be done, like oil and differential change. Others on the board here have more expert opinions than me though.

 

I did it myself. Bought some nice tools for the same price as having the dealer do it. And the tools have saved me a lot of money since then.

 

What's it include?

Engine oil
Tranny fluid
Diff Fluid

and then everything else is just "inspected" right?

Do you get a valve adjustment, new spark plugs, cabin filter and air filter? For $400 I would hope so?

 

Filters, yes, you should get.

Valve inspection there's no real need for, but feel free. Sprak plugs there is no need for.

 

 

Don't forget to replace the particulate filter for the climate control system... the dealerships often fail to replace that item.

 

I found the details. Back in '05 it cost me $429 at Honda Bellevue. This is what it included:

Replace:
Oil and Filter
Air Filter
Tranny fluid (gear box? or is this meant for auto?)
Brake fluid
Spark plugs
Engine coolant
Fuel filter (if necessary)

Inspect:
Fuel lines, connections
Clutch (adjsut if necessary)
Drive belts
Suspension
Brake lines, discs
Parking brake (adjust if necessary)
Cooling system, hoses, radiator, water pump
Muffler, exhaust system and mountings
Tires and set pressure

Misc.:
Check light operation
Clean and fill battery
Top off all fluids
Lube door hinges
Road test

 

$400.00, $600.00? seems like a lot......

And aren't the plugs platinum? They last up to 105k miles (or more). Air filter, a/c filter change; that could be done by yourself, pretty easy to do! Save some money.

 

i was a moron and let Honda of FIFE charge me $475 for my 30k, but i had just bought the car and didnt know what i do now. i say do it yourself. its easy and there are DIYs on how to do it in the UTH forums.