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Re: Fuel Injector Cleaning?? [sweeneydj]
by deleko
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Oct 26, 2009 (6:07 pm)
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Replying to: sweeneydj (Oct 26, 2009 8:49 am)
I have always had my 2006 TSX serviced at the dealer, but this past year I noticed they were pushing for many additional fluid flushes/services that were not part of regular maintenance. After getting suckered once for a brake flush, I mentioned it to my father and he brought this article to my attention: http://www.smartmoney.com/spending/autos/The-Great-Car-Maintenance-Upsell/
Seems that dealers are trying to make more money in the slow economy on precisely these types of services. You may not need it.
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Re: Fuel Injector Cleaning?? [deleko]
by fedlawman
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Oct 26, 2009 (9:09 pm)
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Replying to: deleko (Oct 26, 2009 6:07 pm)
How about a product that does all of these things...
* Helps restore lost engine performance caused by deposits left by lower quality gasolines
* Helps keep emissions low
* Unsurpassed ability to clean vital engine parts such as dirty fuel injectors and intake valves
You can get it here...
http://www.chevron.com/products/ourfuels/prodserv/fuels/gasoline.aspx
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Re: Fuel Injector Cleaning?? [deleko]
by nj2pa2nc
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Oct 28, 2009 (11:03 am)
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Replying to: deleko (Oct 26, 2009 6:07 pm)
I also have all the service on my 06 tsx done by the dealer. They have never tried to sell me unnecessary service. I follow the maintenance minder. My car, bought new 11/06, has 94,000+miles with the original brakes-it is due for brake fluid change.
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Re: Fuel Injector Cleaning?? [nj2pa2nc]
by sweeneydj
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Oct 28, 2009 (11:31 am)
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Replying to: nj2pa2nc (Oct 28, 2009 11:03 am)
Thank you!
I JUST replaced my breaks at 70K miles. I was impressed at how long they lasted. I also just replaced tires, although those should have been replaced a little sooner.
I am going to go ahead and get the throttle body cleaning and fuel injector cleaning. it's cost is about $208, but I have $50 coupon, so I'm going to do it, it's been a little sluggish, so I hope this helps.
Thanks for your response!!
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Re: Fuel Injector Cleaning?? [sweeneydj]
by gbosil
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Oct 28, 2009 (6:30 pm)
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Replying to: sweeneydj (Oct 28, 2009 11:31 am)
FORGET THE THROTTLE BODY CLEANING "RIP OFF!" and not necessary. Also go to Autozone pay $6.50 for some Fuel Injector cleaner "Prestone" and put it in your fuel tank when you fill up next at the pump. Takes two seconds and save your self the $150 bucks!
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Re: Fuel Injector Cleaning?? [gbosil]
by nj2pa2nc
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Oct 29, 2009 (3:11 am)
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Replying to: gbosil (Oct 28, 2009 6:30 pm)
I totally agree
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Caliper Lubrication New TSX
by cariocatsx
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Nov 14, 2009 (4:12 pm)
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I am planning to purchase a TSX . When I asked to a ACURA Sales person about the maintenance costs he said that every year I will need to pay $120 for brake cleaning and caliper lubrication, beyond other costs. Have you heard about it ?
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Re: Caliper Lubrication New TSX [cariocatsx]
by deleko
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Nov 14, 2009 (4:21 pm)
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Replying to: cariocatsx (Nov 14, 2009 4:12 pm)
Hi. I have a 2006 TSX, which I love, and I don't recall ever having this maintenance done. I have the oil changed every 5K miles (free dealer with my purchase) and, otherwise, just do what the maintenance minders tell me to do. This has been of minimal cost. It may be different for a new model, so would probably be useful to get a hold of a manual yourself and see what those reminders are...
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Re: Caliper Lubrication New TSX [deleko]
by cariocatsx
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Nov 14, 2009 (4:37 pm)
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Replying to: deleko (Nov 14, 2009 4:21 pm)
Tks for your quick response. I just downloaded TSX's Owners Manual at https://techinfo.honda.com/ and will look for more info.
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Re: Caliper Lubrication New TSX [cariocatsx]
by fedlawman
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Nov 14, 2009 (6:49 pm)
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Replying to: cariocatsx (Nov 14, 2009 4:12 pm)
Your salesperson has no idea what he/she is talking about. You don't need to clean your brakes and lubricate your calipers every year.
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