Date: Thu, 16 Jun 2005 09:25:44 -0500 From: Dan <dannospamam.com> Subject: Re: 60000 Mile service
On 6/15/2005 10:35 PM, ellingeqt wrote: > "malt_hound" wrote: > > PAPAGENE4JACK wrote: > > > Steve besides an oil change and fuel filter the 60k is > > nothing more than a > > > ripoff. They replace things that do not need to be > > replaced. If its > > > running good leave it alone thats why you have a check > > engine light. > > > Besides saab has all kinds of backup systems it will let you > > know when > > > something is acting up. I have a 1992 saab with 135k only > > had plug once > > > still has all original dis,rotor,and plug wires. Watch your > > wallet! > > > good luck papa > > > > > > > Well, yes and no. At 60k miles you also replace: > > Spark Plugs > > Air Filter > > Drive belt > > Cabin Air Filter > > > > Beyond that, there are a ton of "Check" and "Inspect" items > > that are > > performed. All of these can be done by anyone that is fairly > > handy. > > > > -Fred W > > I live in S. Calif. Took my 2000 9-5 wagon in for its 60,000 service > this morning. Picked it up this afternoon. Cost! $1269.62. Needed > new front & back brake pads, oil leak, a couple of screws missing from > air filter. They told me that I needed a new battery (my one failed > the test), but they wanted to charge me $170 parts & labor for it. I > will probably go to Wal-Mart or Sears. Lovely car - but boy, it is > costing me! > Just brake pads, not rotors?
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