My 2013 Rav4 is approaching 30k miles and just wanted to get an idea how much it costs for 30K service and what are the things done in this service.
monsieur
Same as 10k & 20k service.......tire rotation, oil/filter change, and inspection.
Cost me about $65.
Cost me about $65.
Thanks Guys, I received an offer from my dealer stating for $300 I can extend my Toyota care till 45k miles which includes 30k and 45k major services. Considering synthetic oil change itself cost close to $75 I might go with it.
I wanted to make sure he is not fleecing me with fancy buzz words.
I wanted to make sure he is not fleecing me with fancy buzz words.
What happens at 30k or after when for some reason you take your car/suv back to dealer. And they realize you have not been faithfully taking it to them. It seems from what i read somewhere in earlier posts on this site. Dealer might say your upkeep is not being honor correctly. Or is that only when car is still under warranty. For example you get your oil change at different place other than a dealer. And then the next time you take it to them.
I thought someone might have said at one time. Toyota dealer can say since car is still under warranty and you did not take it them. They might be a problem covering future warranty items? Am I wrong? Maybe read this post from a while ago wrong. Sorry if wrong. Just wondering.
I thought someone might have said at one time. Toyota dealer can say since car is still under warranty and you did not take it them. They might be a problem covering future warranty items? Am I wrong? Maybe read this post from a while ago wrong. Sorry if wrong. Just wondering.
I just scheduled a 30k service appt for my 2013. I did it on the website so it may come out to be less since some of it might be covered by the 3/36k services. I was warned that the recommended services would run $130.
That sounds a lot more reasonable than $400. I think $400 is crazy talk.
That sounds a lot more reasonable than $400. I think $400 is crazy talk.
If you keep the maintenance receipts for oil changes etc. they cannot deny warranty for a failure unless the part that failed is an aftermarket part. I recommend using Toyota parts. oil filters etc.
The price of parts at a Dealership is a 50 percent markup. The labor cost is 25 percent higher than most Auto Repair shops.
Regular Auto Repair shops will markup price of parts 50 percent, if they have to go to the dealership then it will be 70 percent. But Labor cost is 25 percent lower than Dealership.
Dealerships and Regular Auto Repair shops will find ways to make you Pay more $$$, saying certain things need to be replaced. Do not fall for this scam. Have them prove that you need the repair work done. Only pay what you went there for. If you knew than you have a small hole in your exhaust line and did not want it repaired, then do not get fixed.. You can replace all Air Filters and Light bulbs yourself. You can add fluids yourself. You can do the Oil Change yourself (watch You Tube videos), you can Rotate your own tires and while doing so Inspect your own Brake Pads, Caliper and brake lines, and Rotors as replacing Pads is the easiest thing to do.(again if you do not know how there are You Tube videos). Inspect the Struts or Shock absorbers when the tires are off. Keep all receipts for parts you purchased and because the ink fades on receipts or become damaged or lost. Take pictures and upload them onto your computer. Be sure to update the work done on Toyota.com under Owner and Service.
Checking the drive belts for cracks and cuts is simple, same with hoses look for Leaks. Windshield Wiper Blades is easiest when windshield is always filthy and unable to squeegee the water away.
The rubber on the wiper blade is torn - time to replace. Spark plugs may last 100K miles, I would change at 50K due to carbonation buildup or points getting hot and worn, you want a clean arc / spark for best combustion and helps with gas mileage. If you want a clean Engine Compartment, get a professional Detailer to do it. Improper Steaming and Pressure Wash can do Damage.
Rust occurring, go get the RAV4 undercarriage Rusty Check, Ziebart, Corrosion Free or Krown. You should wash and wax your car by hand every 3 to 4 months. Touchless Car washes at least One time every 2 weeks. Do not wash car more than twice a week. Stay far away from other vehicles in a parking lot as much as possible besides walking that extra 50 feet is good for your health and possibly keep reckless and disrespectful people from vandalizing/ damaging your car with dings and dents and scratches or worse.
VSA Warranty will always be good unless you fail to document the work and save receipts or other repair/service work. Dealerships cannot VOID your Warranty. They may not like the fact you are not going to their business and paying their High Premium. Synthetic Oil Change is roughly $60 alone. The other work they have to do takes maybe 30 to 40 minutes or $60 to $70 labor (which is overpriced).
A fair price is like $120 plus tax to perform the 20K, 25K, 30K, or 40K Scheduled Maintenance. However, when parts must be replaced that cost is on you and as mentioned Dealerships tack on additional 50 percent on price of part. A $10 part will cost you $15 at the dealership. You can do the brake pads yourself if they claim they need be replaced. (Save yourself $100 plus in labor cost and why not Pay yourself).
Regular Auto Repair shops will markup price of parts 50 percent, if they have to go to the dealership then it will be 70 percent. But Labor cost is 25 percent lower than Dealership.
Dealerships and Regular Auto Repair shops will find ways to make you Pay more $$$, saying certain things need to be replaced. Do not fall for this scam. Have them prove that you need the repair work done. Only pay what you went there for. If you knew than you have a small hole in your exhaust line and did not want it repaired, then do not get fixed.. You can replace all Air Filters and Light bulbs yourself. You can add fluids yourself. You can do the Oil Change yourself (watch You Tube videos), you can Rotate your own tires and while doing so Inspect your own Brake Pads, Caliper and brake lines, and Rotors as replacing Pads is the easiest thing to do.(again if you do not know how there are You Tube videos). Inspect the Struts or Shock absorbers when the tires are off. Keep all receipts for parts you purchased and because the ink fades on receipts or become damaged or lost. Take pictures and upload them onto your computer. Be sure to update the work done on Toyota.com under Owner and Service.
Checking the drive belts for cracks and cuts is simple, same with hoses look for Leaks. Windshield Wiper Blades is easiest when windshield is always filthy and unable to squeegee the water away.
The rubber on the wiper blade is torn - time to replace. Spark plugs may last 100K miles, I would change at 50K due to carbonation buildup or points getting hot and worn, you want a clean arc / spark for best combustion and helps with gas mileage. If you want a clean Engine Compartment, get a professional Detailer to do it. Improper Steaming and Pressure Wash can do Damage.
Rust occurring, go get the RAV4 undercarriage Rusty Check, Ziebart, Corrosion Free or Krown. You should wash and wax your car by hand every 3 to 4 months. Touchless Car washes at least One time every 2 weeks. Do not wash car more than twice a week. Stay far away from other vehicles in a parking lot as much as possible besides walking that extra 50 feet is good for your health and possibly keep reckless and disrespectful people from vandalizing/ damaging your car with dings and dents and scratches or worse.
VSA Warranty will always be good unless you fail to document the work and save receipts or other repair/service work. Dealerships cannot VOID your Warranty. They may not like the fact you are not going to their business and paying their High Premium. Synthetic Oil Change is roughly $60 alone. The other work they have to do takes maybe 30 to 40 minutes or $60 to $70 labor (which is overpriced).
A fair price is like $120 plus tax to perform the 20K, 25K, 30K, or 40K Scheduled Maintenance. However, when parts must be replaced that cost is on you and as mentioned Dealerships tack on additional 50 percent on price of part. A $10 part will cost you $15 at the dealership. You can do the brake pads yourself if they claim they need be replaced. (Save yourself $100 plus in labor cost and why not Pay yourself).
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