saakey

First off, I am planning to bring them my own oil (since they don't use synthetics) but why am I thinking the mechanic is just going to steal my oil for his own use and put regular oil in? (lol...you can see how confident I am with dealer mechanics). But, that's not really my question but just something on my mind.
For those that do this, do you also bring an oil filter? I guess what I am getting at is, will the filters they use, be sufficient?
And do you give them 5 qts or 6?
;-)

brenner

Why are you having the dealer do the oil change is you don't trust them?

saakey

for fear if i don't, it will void the warranty

schnellmb

Use manual visc. and you won't infringe on warranty issues. Use their labor and filter/gasket. They shouldn't have a problem. They might get a little* insulted if you bring all of your own materials in. I do this routine at my dealer and they are fine with it.

paulroad

To go to a dealer for anything as long as up to AoA SPEC parts are used, your warranty can't be void.

HOWEVER... Ask the witter to introduce you to the tech who will work on the car. Shake his hand and give him a $10. and tell him to put your oil in.

paulroad

They still bill AoA for the full service.

brenner

You don't HAVE to use the dealer do any regular maintenance -- just keep your receipts.

saakey

okay, wasn't sure about that.

saakey

good idea - thanks ;-)

schnellmb

Ahh, they can keep it........I wouldn't use their Pennzoil crap in my lawnmower