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13000 Service coming up.

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#1 ·
Hey everyone

My 13k scheduled service is coming up (light came on). What are the things that the dealers does as part of this service. Since its the first one I'm guessing a simple oil change, I know my tires will be rotated, I do it every 2 oil changes already, but its due next. I'm guessing an air filter and cabin filter which I can do myself. Possibly a tire balance this time around and top off all fluids if needed..

What exactly do they do...
 
#3 ·
So nothing that major.. I'll see what the price difference is with them doing the complete maintenance service or I can just bring it in for an oil change and tire rotation, and take care of the filters myself..
 
#6 ·
All they get to do for me is labor for the oil change, and doing rotations. I bring a 5 qt just of Mobil1 ($22 Walmart) and a Hyundai Oil filter (leftovers from my 10 pack from eBay), and use my $35 service credit my dealer gives each 90 days. My air and cabin filters were ordered from Amazon of eBay (OEM Hyundai) and I'll be changing them this cycle @15K. All those inspections I can do.
 
#9 ·
simple:
oil change
cabin filter
engine air filter
wipers


thorough:
engine oil
engine filter
cabin filter
brake clean, inspect, re-lube
brake fluid drain
transfer case fluid drain
differential fluid drain
tire psi check
rotate tires
inspect ball joints, suspension, etc.
check belt(s)
check tire wear
check all lightbulbs
check for rodents (last video)

here are a few things you can do on your own, compliments of my youtube channel:













 
#12 · (Edited by Moderator)
Excellent series IS. Very helpful for anyone unfamiliar with routine maintenance that wants to save some green.


simple:

oil change
cabin filter
engine air filter
wipers


thorough:
engine oil
engine filter
cabin filter
brake clean, inspect, re-lube
brake fluid drain
transfer case fluid drain
differential fluid drain
tire psi check
rotate tires
inspect ball joints, suspension, etc.
check belt(s)
check tire wear
check all lightbulbs
check for rodents (last video)
 
#13 ·
as strict on maintenance as i am, i honestly wouldnt worry about the 13,000 or 15,000 service interval.

i'd only do:
Replace: Engine oil & filter
Replace: cabin filter i have allergies, so the cleaner the better
Inspect: brake pads & calipers. re-grease after a good cleaning
Inspect: engine air filter (replace if needed)
Inspect: tire wear for weird wear patterns
Inspect: tire psi
Inspect: under carage for leaks or weird stains
Inspect: all light bulbs
Inspect: window wipers
Inspect: door weather seals for premature wear
Inspect: ball joints and suspension components
Inspect: engine coolant levels in the radiator
Inspect: leaks along any turbo oil lines for possible leaks

clean: headlights & wax
clean: body, and apply high quality wax
clean: windshield with dish-washing liquid to remove any grease/wax/oils
clean: the condenser & radiator with garden hose. it will release any trapped sand/bugs.
 
#15 ·
thx for your vids. i actually watched a few before joining the forum

Will cost you $$$$ if you let them do the inspections. IMO, just assure that the R items in the maintenance schedule are adhered to. The inspections you can do yourself and are pretty much useless anyway, inspect today, go bad tomorrow either way if warranty issue it will be covered
thank you
 
#14 ·
Will cost you $$$$ if you let them do the inspections. IMO, just assure that the R items in the maintenance schedule are adhered to. The inspections you can do yourself and are pretty much useless anyway, inspect today, go bad tomorrow either way if warranty issue it will be covered
 
#17 · (Edited)
I had my 15K service today. Here's how it went. I changed my cabin filter, and inspected my air filter. Used a 20 Oz Techron from Costco on my fill a few days ago. I noted this in my appointment, which I set online. Brought my own 5 qt jug of Mobil1, and a genuine Hyundai filter. I also had a driver side wiper blade replaced. See below for the breakdown.

My dealer gives me a $35 voucher each 90 days. That will cover a standard oil change. I want synthetic, so I buy the Mobil1 from wherever I get the best deal. This time it was Walmart. Sometimes it's Costco. I bought the cabin filter on Amazon, the Oil filters I bought when I had my Elantra (10 pack) also Amazon.

They charge about $9 for the labor and oil disposal.
The cabin filter was $8.00
The Techron was $3.00 (Costco 6 pack)
The Wiper blade was $16.00 (10% off as I bought the car there).
The Oil was $22. (it was actually less because there was a mail in rebate)
The Filter was $5.49

$63.49 total
$35.00 Credit
$28.49 Net (before rebate) cost for a full synthetic oil and filter change, cabin filter, fuel system cleaner and a replacement wiper blade. They topped off the nitrogen in my tires, and I also got a donut and 2 cups of coffee. I asked them if they could look at the following.

Brake Lines, Drive Shaft & Boots
Exhaust
Brake Pads, Calipers
Steering Gear Box, Ball Joints
Suspension Mounting Bolts


They said okay. I have no idea if they did, but the car was on the rack a while longer than usual and I have it in writing in my paperwork.


Next time, I'll get a rotation (19.99) instead of a wiper blade, and next time after I'll get the passenger blade, rear blade, etc. When I run out of filters, it will be part of the voucher. Whatever I need to use it up.

So much for the expensive 15,000 mile service.
 
#21 ·
That's a good point. On service that I do myself, I've long used a work order form that I once cloned. I print out the form then fill it in completely with vehicle, VIN, date, mileage, service performed, parts used, inspection results, remarks, etc. I also staple receipts for the parts used so I know who to order them from if and when I ever need them again. I then file the whole thing away in the vehicle's maintenance file along with "official" work orders from the dealership, third-party outfits, etc. Works for me.
 
#23 · (Edited)
That's good to know and I am a Costco member as you obviously noticed.
In looking over my invoice, I didn't quite run the bill up to $35.00 to use the entire credit, so my actual costs were just over $3.00 more that stated above. I still feel like I'm ahead. When I run out of oil filters, I'll fully use up the credit with the labor, a rotation and the oil filter. I'll never buy air or cabin filters at the dealer though.

Your method of logging your own maintenance is excellent, and similar to my own was, when I was doing my own services. I still have my spreadsheets and records, receipts and such for the last decade. Probably time to let go...
 
#24 ·
I use the Costco discount for "official" parts that I can't easily get from other sources. For instance, I used a 15% off Costco voucher on a replacement windshield for a Lexus. They're also good for factory floor mats and stuff like that. You might be surprised how competitive a 15% discount makes dealer pricing (even on filters!).

By the way, once you register through the Costco buying program, you can "re-up" at any time for a new parts and services discount.
You simply plug in your dealer and generate the voucher.

I normally run at least 5 buying programs on any vehicle I'm buying or leasing (or helping others to do so). Every program has different benefits and their non-exclusive nature lets you "stack" all the bennies from all the programs to your advantage. It can easily add up to well over a thousand dollars per vehicle over your ownership period. All for free or close to it (i.e. you have to already be a member of Costco or already have an American Express card, etc.)
 
#27 ·
In addition to Amazon, you may wish to check out the following source:

Hyundai Parts | Hyundai Replacement Parts

My OEM cabin air filters (for a Sonata) were under $17 each there, while Amazon's were $22 each, both including delivery. Depending on shipping charges to your location from the various online OEM parts houses, you can often do significantly better than Amazon. Good luck.
My hood deflector came from that site or hyundaishop in NY, iirc. I shop all over the place. Just happened that Amazon was the best price in this instance. Additionally I get 4% cash back for shopping through the Chase website at Amazon and other sites.

I'm not getting OEM cabin filters. Just the Oil Filters. I either go with aftermarket like this
https://www.amazon.com/PT-Auto-Ware...santa+fe&keywords=santa+fe+sport+cabin+filter

or sometimes get the charcoal infused ones from this eBay seller. They are 2 for $13.

2pcs New Premium Carbon Cabin A C Air Filter CAF1817C OE GM 19130294 L11 | eBay

Despite the listing, these are the right ones for the SFS. Look up the OEM part number 3SF79-AQ000
The one I took out was barely dirty after 12 months so in this environment non OEM is okay. Oil and engine air filters are another story.
 
#29 ·
I checked Costco's authorized service and repair centers that have the 15% discount, and they were 2 mom and pop shops in adjacent towns. I'll look them up but it'll probably be a long while before I need anything non-warranty related, or that I can't do myself or with the maintenance credit I get at the dealer. When it comes time for tires, It'll be Costco again, just because of their after the sale policies of free rotations, and nitrogen fills, and the super cheap road hazard warranty.
 
#31 ·
I checked Costco's authorized service and repair centers that have the 15% discount, and they were 2 mom and pop shops in adjacent towns.
Interesting. Maybe Hyundai dealerships are still catching up to others that have been with the program longer. My Lexus dealership (largest in town) was authorized through the program, and I've used the discount many times for all kinds of parts and services. As I recall, there was a $200 cash certificate as well at the time I purchased the Lexus.

Costco's priced decently on tires (but no better) and they do have service comparable to national tire chains (but no better). I'm less a fan of the Costco rebate program due to its annual cap and, more importantly, because the stores typically do not have the exact model of gear that I'm interested in buying.

Amazon provides a 5% cash back rebate through its own cards as well as other occasional cash discounts. What Chase card do you have that provides a 4% rebate at places other than Amazon? I thought I had my cards optimized, but I'm only at around 4.5% for groceries, 5% for gas, and 2% for everything else. I'd LOVE to hear of a 4% cash-back on everything card. Cough it up, you...
 
#32 ·
I have the Chase Amazon card, but also the Chase Rewards card, and the new Citi Costco Visa pays 4% on gas, 3% on restaurants and travel, 2% at Costco and 1% everywhere else. The Chase Rewards card does from 1% to 10% at 241 stores, and has a 5% back at different locations during each quarter. I use those three cards for nearly everything, including bills and get a nice cash back reward each month. With a little homework you can work out the best purchases per card, and do very well, combined with coupon codes and such. Before they went offline, swappable was a great place (but not the only) to buy gift cards at a discount under their value. My local grocery store offers $50. gas cards for $40 with a $50 purchase about once a month. But I do believe I'm preaching to the choir with you!

As for Costco and tires, since I might buy a set of tires every 6-7 years, for me it's the choice. They beat Tire Kingdom and other local shops on price, and I won't deal with Tire Rack anymore. I'm okay with their selection, and they've ordered in non stock tires on request for me. Your mileage may vary on that. The free rotation and balance on demand, and $13 road hazard warranty seals the deal. Also I drive right past the store twice every work day.
 
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