how much does the first maintenance service cost - Toyota Yaris Forums

barryware · 02-21-2007, 03:29 PM

Not to bash any Dealers (Stealers) but it makes me crazy.

Look in the maintenance section of the manual. There is nothing to be done except for an oil change. I am told because I have asked when I didn't see anything about changing the trans fluid in the maintenance schedule, that the trans oil never needs changing. (I'm still gonna change it at 50K (miles))

The rest is check... check... check... and maybe lubricate the door hinges. When you "check" the air filter, replace it if it is dirty.

I typically do my own maintenance. I do all the checking and fixing assuming it would be out of warranty and I have the proper tools.

It cost me 180 dollars once to get a 10 dollar bearing replaced on an A/C compressor pulley on my S10 because I didn't have the proper tool. I couldn't rent one or find one to borrow so I was stuck that time.

When I rotate the tires, I check the thickness of the brake linings and look at the suspension parts especially the rubber bushings and grommets.
When I am under the car wrestling with the oil filter and drain plug, I check the underside of the car for any signs of leaks.

Every wash, I check and top off all the fluids if needed (under the hood anyway cleaning).

I have never taken any one of my cars to a car wash and unless the dealer washes it by hand, I tell them not to wash it. The chemicals used are harsh and will take off some of the wax.

The wife drives an 05 CTS. The dealer wanted to charge me 300 bucks for its first service (oil change). On the wall at the dealer, they explain what they do for the 300 bucks but put a bit of a spin on it so you think you are getting a lot. You know.. a 100 point safety inspection. Check... Check... Check...

Speaking of washing.... The weather here in Chicago is warming up. Can't wait to hose off the Yaris.. I can hear it rusting in the garage.

Sorry about the rant... Like I said, there is pretty much nothing to do on a new car these days but change the oil & rotate the tires but the service departments keep wanting to charge to check.... check.... check....

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02-21-2007, 03:29 PM	#19
barryware Drives: 2007 Yaris Liftback Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Chicago Posts: 129	Not to bash any Dealers (Stealers) but it makes me crazy. Look in the maintenance section of the manual. There is nothing to be done except for an oil change. I am told because I have asked when I didn't see anything about changing the trans fluid in the maintenance schedule, that the trans oil never needs changing. (I'm still gonna change it at 50K (miles)) The rest is check... check... check... and maybe lubricate the door hinges. When you "check" the air filter, replace it if it is dirty. I typically do my own maintenance. I do all the checking and fixing assuming it would be out of warranty and I have the proper tools. It cost me 180 dollars once to get a 10 dollar bearing replaced on an A/C compressor pulley on my S10 because I didn't have the proper tool. I couldn't rent one or find one to borrow so I was stuck that time. When I rotate the tires, I check the thickness of the brake linings and look at the suspension parts especially the rubber bushings and grommets. When I am under the car wrestling with the oil filter and drain plug, I check the underside of the car for any signs of leaks. Every wash, I check and top off all the fluids if needed (under the hood anyway cleaning). I have never taken any one of my cars to a car wash and unless the dealer washes it by hand, I tell them not to wash it. The chemicals used are harsh and will take off some of the wax. The wife drives an 05 CTS. The dealer wanted to charge me 300 bucks for its first service (oil change). On the wall at the dealer, they explain what they do for the 300 bucks but put a bit of a spin on it so you think you are getting a lot. You know.. a 100 point safety inspection. Check... Check... Check... Speaking of washing.... The weather here in Chicago is warming up. Can't wait to hose off the Yaris.. I can hear it rusting in the garage. Sorry about the rant... Like I said, there is pretty much nothing to do on a new car these days but change the oil & rotate the tires but the service departments keep wanting to charge to check.... check.... check....