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Re: OIL CHANGE - final questions re. interval and oil weight... chime in!
And I apologize if my last comments were unduly harsh.
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Re: OIL CHANGE - final questions re. interval and oil weight... chime in!
skoh,
I understand about getting excited, after I passed 50, I get excited every day I wake up in the morning....Just try to keep it down to a dull roar and no one will think anything about it. Everyone has their favorites they promote and those brands that they will NEVER use again (EX: I will NEVER buy another Volvo...). Did I mention how much I hate Volvo???? |
Re: OIL CHANGE - final questions re. interval and oil weight... chime in!
Originally Posted by skoh
(Post 189874)
Hey GeorgiaHybrid. I understand that you are a Do-It-Yourself-er and that's fine.
But, for those people that prefer the convenience of getting their oil changed at the dealership, I am merely trying to let them know to specifically request 0W-20 - because it is available in BULK. And yes. There are many manufacturers of the 0W-20. I attached a link to the API certified 0W-20 in my previous post. http://eolcs.api.org/FindBrandByVisc...iscosity=0W-20 Your area may have dealers that actually listen and do what the factory recommends. Here in Jax, that doesn't seem to be the case. I recently took my '08 to the dealer (1st oil change came included in the price) and they promptly filled it with 5w30, despite my specific request for 0w20. Complained with no satisfaction. Last time they'll see me for any maintenance. |
Re: OIL CHANGE - final questions re. interval and oil weight... chime in!
Originally Posted by Frodo
(Post 189902)
Your area may have dealers that actually listen and do what the factory recommends. Here in Jax, that doesn't seem to be the case. I recently took my '08 to the dealer (1st oil change came included in the price) and they promptly filled it with 5w30, despite my specific request for 0w20. Complained with no satisfaction. Last time they'll see me for any maintenance.
For the good of the group, please tell us which dealer that was. They certainly don't deserve the benefit of any discretion on your part. They should be exposed for what they are. Names please!!! |
Re: OIL CHANGE - final questions re. interval and oil weight... chime in!
Originally Posted by ekpolk
(Post 189915)
Frodo:
For the good of the group, please tell us which dealer that was. They certainly don't deserve the benefit of any discretion on your part. They should be exposed for what they are. Names please!!! Ticket said the guy adjusted tire pressure to 35 - actual pressure was ~45(verified with 2 gauges). Bottom of the car was greasy (didn't clean up after filter removal). I guess I got spoiled with the Honda dealer (had a Pilot prior to the TCH) - they seemed to actually listen and do the work requested, and the car came back washed and 'quick detailed'. But at least the oil level was OK. ;) |
Re: OIL CHANGE - final questions re. interval and oil weight... chime in!
Originally Posted by Frodo
(Post 189902)
Your area may have dealers that actually listen and do what the factory recommends. Here in Jax, that doesn't seem to be the case. I recently took my '08 to the dealer (1st oil change came included in the price) and they promptly filled it with 5w30, despite my specific request for 0w20. Complained with no satisfaction. Last time they'll see me for any maintenance.
https://www.greenhybrid.com/discuss/...tml#post165433 |
Re: OIL CHANGE - final questions re. interval and oil weight... chime in!
I've printed it out also, but would like a clarification.
The TSB is dated Aug 3/06, and lists 'Applicable vehicles: 2006-2007 applicable model year Toyota vehicles'. a) is there a newer version of this TSB, or b) do TSBs carry forward to newer MYs? I'm a bit leery in taking this TSB to my dealer and having them try and tell me it is only for the 07 TCH:( Thanks |
Re: OIL CHANGE - final questions re. interval and oil weight... chime in!
Originally Posted by chris_h
(Post 189958)
Argh! Roseville Toyota is saying they want me to pay the difference in oil costs (I have the prepaid maintenance plan) so I printed the TSB recommending 0W20 for the TCH from here:
https://www.greenhybrid.com/discuss/...tml#post165433 But, Toyota/Lexus dealerships should have the 0W-20 in quarts available (Toyota branded - Red bottle). I'm guessing around $5-6/quart. The reason our local dealership went to bulk 0W-20 was that they had so many customers specifically requesting 0W-20 that his service techs were complaining about going through 100s of quart bottles per month. OK. And I'm guessing the dealership saved a few bucks going to bulk! :D |
Re: OIL CHANGE - final questions re. interval and oil weight... chime in!
ekpolk, GeorgiaHybrid:
Thanks guys! |
Re: OIL CHANGE - final questions re. interval and oil weight... chime in!
To both questions I have to say "I don't know." Sorry to be of so little help. Maybe the dealer can look up the latest version of the TSB.
Originally Posted by BOFH
(Post 189964)
I've printed it out also, but would like a clarification.
The TSB is dated Aug 3/06, and lists 'Applicable vehicles: 2006-2007 applicable model year Toyota vehicles'. a) is there a newer version of this TSB, or b) do TSBs carry forward to newer MYs? I'm a bit leery in taking this TSB to my dealer and having them try and tell me it is only for the 07 TCH:( Thanks |
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