Honda Accord (2003-2007) Maintenance and Repair

Replying to: imidazol97 (Dec 15, 2005 5:48 am)

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My 02 accord is approaching the 90K miles, and therefore the 90 K service is coming soon. Most dealers in the Dc area are asking $400+ for the service. My question is: Is it better to take the car to the dealer for this service or can I just take it to a local shop ( although I don't trust local shops too much). Or should I just follow the Owner's manual, although people say the Manufacturer suggested maintenance is the minimum that could be done. Is it true ? I am a believer in prev maint but I don't want to help the dealer make that boat payment of his/hers
any feedback is appreciated

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Replying to: zakiman (Dec 19, 2005 5:59 am)

I own a Honda Accord and a Ford Mustang. Both vehicles are serviced by the dealer every 3,000 miles. I also believe in high quality preventive maintenance, using original parts and fluids. Preventive maintenance has a price tag. If you have an extended warranty, and you have all your service performed at the dealer, all your service records are in one location should a problem arise. -----Best regards. -----Dwayne

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Replying to: haefr (Dec 19, 2005 6:36 am)

those are two interesting different views [haefr] & [djm2] . I got a quote from a local dealer for the 90K service $470. They included (7) Replace items , (24) Inspect items, (1) Rotate and (2) rotate items. Here is the Replaces:
- replace engine oil
- replace oil filter
- replace oil drain washer
- replace transmission fluid
- replace engine air filter
- replace distributor ignition cap and rotor
- replace brake fluid
- replace spark-plugs
- replace HVAC filters
 
is this worth $470 ?

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Replying to: crankky (Dec 19, 2005 1:28 pm)

I replaced my OEM last year ( Turanza EL41) which were so so tires. Now I have BF Goodrich Traction T/A H which are a better improvement and are a reasonable price too. Expect the MPG to go down a bit with these tires though. I also recommend Bridgestone RE950s.

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