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[Finchy63]

Hello All,

Newbie to the forum, been very helpful reading some of the posts today. I have a 2008 Yaris, 59K miles, purchased certified used with 44K, drive approx 30 miles a week.

I took the Yaris in for a 30,000 mile service on Saturday, and they recommended the following services:

1. Replace Engine Aux. Drive Belt: $189.95
2. Air Cabin Filter: $35
3. Replace Brake Shoes and Machine Drums: $289.99
4. Service Brake fluid: $169.99

From what I've read on the forum, that sounds like something of a rip-off, do you agree? The car's run fine since we got it, are these the kind of problems I need to take care of asap?

Car's are my blind-spot, so while I'd be open to trying to fix these issues DIY style, on a scale of 1 to 10 how difficult are they for a newcomer and is there the potential to make things worse?

If I do have to get a garage to take care of these issues, anyone who lives in Los Angeles know of a cheaper option than the numbers above?

Thanks in advance for any guidance.