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chris_debian *
Joined: 29 Oct 2014 Posts: 45 Location: Wiltshire, UK
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Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2018 13:31 Post subject: 2002-D4D Colorado Dealer Servicing Schedule |
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Hi, all.
I've had my Colorado for 3 years, and I pride myself on proactive maintenance and annual dealer servicing. I have come to the end of my current service plan, and Toyota have offered me a new one, called 'Toyota Essential Care', which is for cars over 5 years old. The following is a list of what this covers, depending on whether it's a Silver of Gold service (I can't see a button for adding the 'Toyota Essential Care Service' attachment):
Silver / Gold
Free Visual Safety Report
Free Hybrid Health Check
Free Wash and Vac
Drain engine oil
Replace oil filter
Replace sump washer
Refill engine oil
Inspect transmission oil*
Replace air filter
Inspect Spark Plugs†
Change brake fluid
Inspect air conditioning filter- replace as necessary*
Inspect brake lining and drums
Clean airflow meter†
Inspect fuel and brake pipes
Inspect hand brake
Check clutch fluid as required*
Recheck for fluid leaks - underside and engine bay
Refill screenwash
Recheck all levels
Check battery
Replace battery in locking remote
Check warning lights
Inspect tyres
Check and adjust tyre pressures
Check seat belts
Check floor mats for security
Check Exterior Lights
Check Interior Lights
Check all pedal(s) and components(s)
Inspect steering
Torque tighten wheel nuts
Services available at additional cost
Replace spark plugs†
Replace Fuel Filter†
Replace Charcoal Filter1
Replace transfer box oil†
Replace front and rear differential oils†
*Additional charges apply if work is required Last update 02/11
†Model dependant
1Aygo charcoal filter requires replacement every 60,000 miles.
My concern is that this doesn't cover things like getting the Timing Belt done, and I'm not sure what else it is missing. I don't mind paying for these separately, but this relies on Toyota remembering to tell me they need doing (or dash light reminders). Is anyone else in this position, if so, what do you do? I know on a vehicle of this age, that the Toyota stamps aren't important, but it's my way of doing the best I can for the vehicle.
Many thanks,
Chris. |
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modvrs ****
Joined: 03 Oct 2013 Posts: 296 Location: Southampton
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Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2018 15:58 Post subject: |
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Seems the only actual work they do on the basic deal is change engine oil and oil/air filters which would cost me about £40 to do myself; evrything else is just looking at stuff which I can also do for nothing. How much are they asking for this sevice plan out of interest?
Missing items on first glance are suspension (bushes/joints/steering etc) checks, driveline checks and grease points, chassis/body rust checks and the inevitable welding on of a patch or two every year.
In my opinion main dealers are rarely interested in any car over about ten years old and represent very poor value for money on such vehicles. I do everything I can myself and have a local old-school mechanic for the things I can't, or can't be bothered, to do. _________________ 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser Colorado 3.4VX |
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Juddian ****
Joined: 31 Jan 2015 Posts: 374 Location: Homeboy
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Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2018 19:00 Post subject: |
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Nice to see someone keeping up decent maintenance.
Cambelt will bring a light up on the dash when needed (mileage wise, not sure about the time period if sooner), and if the vehicle is Diesel its one of the easiest quickest and cheapest cambelt changes i've ever known, maybe the 244 Volvo would be on a par.
Other than that it looks pretty complete to me, and very good they still include proper brake servicing, (check they still remove pads to inspect and lube correctly) including fluid changes in the schedule, many main dealers, and too many garages generally do not service brakes correctly, hence why calipers need replacing when in fact they should last the life of the vehicle if maintained correctly.
The cost of transmission fluid changes was included in the cost of a major (every other year basically) on my Hilux, so careful checking how much extra for fluid changes is on the cards.
Similarly if it hasn't been done for several years maybe an auto gearbox (if yours is auto) oil change is on the cards.
As above, no mention of greasing up as required.
As modvrs, it might be more cost effective to put this into a good indy, if you have such a thing in your area, having said that the Toyota main dealer demolished the indy quotes i got for changing the cambelt on my V6 petrol Collie, which was a hell of a lot more complicated job than the Diesel which is a simple DIY. |
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chris_debian *
Joined: 29 Oct 2014 Posts: 45 Location: Wiltshire, UK
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Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2018 19:01 Post subject: |
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Hi, modvrs.
Thanks for your reply. They've quoted:
No Description Approximate mileage / date
S1 Gold Service 180000 miles / January 2020
S2 Silver Service 190000 miles / January 2021
S3 Gold Service 200000 miles / January 2022
Vehicle details
Vehicle make and model Toyota Land Cruiser
Campaign Toyota Essential Care (TEC)
Amount to pay: £756 (approx £25/ month)
I like the monthly payment options, but tend to get 'non-Service' work done at my local trusted garage. What I need to do, is find the proper service intervals for everything on my vehicle, then see what they haven't included. When I had Land Rovers, the service sheets were easily found; does anyone on the forum know where I can get the plan/ schedule that a garage/ mechanic would use?
Thanks,
Chris |
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chris_debian *
Joined: 29 Oct 2014 Posts: 45 Location: Wiltshire, UK
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Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2018 19:04 Post subject: |
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Juddian, I think you responded whilst I was typing my reply.
The vehicle is an auto. My concern is exactly this, the stuff that they don't list and I wouldn't think about. My vehicle mileage is 106K.
Cheers,
Chris |
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