Tune-ups for Santa Fe 2005

Discussion in 'Hyundai Santa Fe' started by Richard Periut, Apr 17, 2005.

  1. Hi all,

    I've leased cars in the past (with the exception of owning used cars,)
    and I have never financed a new car like I just did.

    I want to be very correct with the tune-ups, inspections, et cetera.

    Should I take it to the Hyundai dealer (where I assume it's going to
    cost an arm and a leg for a tune-up you can get at the Oil
    Well for 19.95) where I will get genuine parts and more reliable service?

    Perhaps I can buy the genuine Hyundai parts (when the time calls for
    changing air filters, spark plugs, et cetera,) and take it to the Oil Well?

    I was driving this Toyota 4 Runner from 94 which is pretty much a horror
    show; I feel so good with a new car and with the ride. Couldn't bring
    myself to spending 40K Plus for a Lexus or BMW SUV. The rides was not
    all that impressive. For 26K I got an LX 4 wheel Package 2 with 3.5 V6.

    BTW, had (am having,) a horrible experience with an Audi A6 4 wheel
    Quattro. Suffice it to say they know me by my first name at the
    dealership. At least 18 times in two years for engine failure light
    problem. Just my 2 cents.

    TIA,

    Rich



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    "Dum Spiro, Spero."

    As long as I breath, I hope.

    Cicero (Ancient Rome)
     
    Richard Periut, Apr 17, 2005
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  2. Richard Periut

    theawesome1 Guest

    Tire Kingdom has been doing all maintenance on my 2002 Santa Fe. Their
    computer prints out what needs to be done for warranty at each visit
    (every 3000). 37,500 was done at 36K. The 30K visit was $150 less
    than Hyundai dealership & my brake rotor job for rears had us wait as
    they drove to a Hyundai dealership for the rotors. So they do use
    Hyundai parts.
     
    theawesome1, Apr 17, 2005
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  3. It's perfectly legal to do your own work and/or to use aftermarket
    parts, as long as they meet or exceed OEM specifications. It will have
    no effect on your warranty. Just keep receipts and document what you do
    in the Maintenance Log that came with your car. If you have the car
    serviced, make sure they document it in the log.

    As for taking the car to a dealer, whether you get treated right or not
    will vary, as it does with car dealers in general. My local Hyundai
    dealer is good. I've comparison shopped for similar work and they are
    price competitive with independent shops.
     
    Brian Nystrom, Apr 17, 2005
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  4. Thanks all for your valuable input.

    Regards,

    Rich












    --
    "Dum Spiro, Spero."

    As long as I breath, I hope.

    Cicero (Ancient Rome)
     
    Richard Periut, Apr 18, 2005
    #4
  5. I agree.. my dealer treats me excellent... and I get coupons
    for $19.95 oil changes...

    Give the dealer a shot I say....

    ElantaStan
     
    The Commander, Apr 18, 2005
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