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Old Mar 22, 2006 | 02:46 AM
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I'm about to go up to Toyota and do my 30,000 mile tune-up (per the packet I recieved when I purchased the car). How much did you guys pay for this tune-up?
Old Mar 22, 2006 | 02:58 AM
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well. i know wit us its like 350, but it maybe different where u live and all...
Old Mar 22, 2006 | 03:02 AM
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mm yeah tune ups can get quite pricey, but you gotta pay to play....and last forever.
Old Mar 22, 2006 | 03:15 AM
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$350 huh? Doesn't sound too bad really.
Old Mar 22, 2006 | 04:00 AM
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What is the 30,000 miles tune up entail?
Old Mar 22, 2006 | 12:07 PM
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USUALLY would entail:
LOF/rotate tires
replace air filter
replace cabin air filter
clean/adjust rear brakes
drain/fill tranny fluid, drop pan and clean filter
drain/fill coolant
replace PCV
service throttle body
clean battery
road test vehicle
perform electrical test
inspect steering components,all fluids,brake linings,suspension
lubricate chassis/hinges

(some dealers repalce plugs) yes i said plugs @ 30k

think i got it all
Old Mar 22, 2006 | 04:27 PM
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you can get a local shop to do the 30k tune up and pay a fraction of 350
Old Mar 22, 2006 | 05:30 PM
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if you go to a trusted mechanic they will do 30,000 mile work for around $150.
Old Mar 22, 2006 | 06:54 PM
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You can do it yourself and save even more, just save your recipts.
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only reason cost is greater if you get a dealer to perform services, is labor cost.
Old Mar 22, 2006 | 10:15 PM
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if u live in nj i would do ur tune up 4 u 4 like $200 and ull get a toyota sticker 2!!
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