In need of advice on maintenance on my 2.5 yr old Yaris Sedan

[MadMax]

Sorry, but I think you were taken. If it's any consolation, most dealers are overpriced and like to insist on maintenance that isn't required...

Find a good, reliable independent mechanic and/or shop. I have no qualms about taking my Yaris to one because I know they do good work at a reasonable price. I have been a customer of theirs for years, and regularly send people their way; so there is trust.

I have never been fond of dealers, and have also thrown too much money away at them over the years until I learned better...

Cheers! M2

[nookandcrannycar]

Originally Posted by MadMax

Sorry, but I think you were taken. If it's any consolation, most dealers are overpriced and like to insist on maintenance that isn't required M2

^^^^^ This. And it's not just dealers. Last Sunday my car was exhibiting some behavior that motivated me to get the voltage checked. My local Sears Auto Center has closed down (that Sears is being replaced by a Nordstrom in 2014), so I went to NTB (National Tire and Battery), the next closest place that would be open. They said they would check it for me. I asked the cost. The service writer said free. About 45 minutes later I looked out the window at my Yaris and the tech was tightening lug nuts. I asked why this was being done as it had nothing to do with what I asked. He said they 'check everything' (tires off= brakes) and was sorry he hadn't communicated that to me . He said the voltage is fine, and battery and alternator are fine. He said I need shocks, struts, a fuel system flush, and an oil change . I declined.