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Originally Posted by paiceyfan
So, this Friday, I am using the local Toyota/Subaru dealer for maintenance. I have an Edelbrock S/C, so I want to have 30w oil. Also, they supply tires, so I am having Continental Extreme Contact DWS tires put on. Decent deal and they look they come from TireRack.
I am a little nervous...do I need to be? I am thinking, please use the right oil, change the crush washer, don't touch the ECU, get the TPMS right, balance the tires correctly, don't drive it off the lot, don't scratch it...I would not describe myself as a worrier in any way, but does anyone else go through this?  I don't worry like this when my kids go to the doctor, but then if they were getting their feet replaced and their stomach acid changed maybe I would LOL |
DANG! .......paiceyfan ....... you're setting yourself up for a BIG ulcer .....
At some point you should just trust the professionals at the dealership....
HOWEVER, you may wish to stress to the service writer, that 30 weight oil be used and make sure he writes that on the work order.
Also, I suggest you have the service writer write across the work order DO NOT WASH. Then place a piece of paper taped to the dash that says DO NOT WASH THIS VEHICLE.
As far as the oil change, I always mark the old filter, so I can check to make sure it was replaced. Also, I always check the oil level before I drive it off the lot. In addition, I peek under the car before I drive off to make sure oil isn't dripping from the drain plug.
As far as the tires, before you drive off you may take a peek and see if you see any wheel weights attached (well, maybe the were "perfect" tires....
).
Also, If they are "directional" make sure they were properly mounted.
After you leave the lot, I would take it up the freeway to make sure the wheels are in balance.
Like I say, you gotta learn to trust the professionals .......
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