Got Totally Hosed on My First Service

Man, I totally got ripped off by the dealer for my first service! They were trying to charge me nearly $500 for a basic check-up, tossing in a cabin air filter I didn’t need and brake service I didn’t want. Now I'm calling around to other dealerships to see if they're more reasonable. Watch out for these guys - they're way too eager to overcharge for EV services and push unnecessary stuff.

Wow that's a huge amount. I guess lesson learned. I think it's time for you to find another dealer. But if I were you, I would just DIY it since servicing EVs isn't as complicated as ICE cars.

I've had my Niro EV for a few days and reviewed the maintenance schedule. It's great to see how much routine maintenance you can handle yourself.

DIY Maintenance:

• Tire Pressure: Check the tire pressure using the in-car display or a tire gauge. A local tire shop can also assist.
• Fluid Levels: Monitor fluid levels, especially coolant, ensuring consistent temperature readings. Look for any signs of leaks in your parking spot.
• Heating and A/C: Verify the proper functioning of your vehicle's climate control system.
• Brake Inspection: When rotating tires, inquire about brake pad thickness. Replace them if they reach 3mm or less. Request a visual inspection of the brake components as well.
• Cabin Air Filter: Change the cabin air filter as needed, considering your driving conditions. Dusty environments may require more frequent replacements.

Professional Maintenance:

• Fluid Changes: Adhere to the recommended schedule for fluid changes. Consider shortening the coolant flush interval to ten years to maintain optimal corrosion protection. Time-based intervals are more critical than mileage.
• Brake Fluid Flush: Prioritize regular brake fluid flushes. Moisture absorption can compromise braking performance, especially in emergency situations. DOT4 brake fluid is more susceptible to moisture absorption than DOT3.

Tips:

• Fluid Level Inspection: Utilize a flashlight to get a clearer view of fluid levels in their containers. Experiment with different techniques to find what works best for you.

Sebban-Balwer said:

I've had my Niro EV for a few days and reviewed the maintenance schedule. It's great to see how much routine maintenance you can handle yourself.

DIY Maintenance:

• Tire Pressure: Check the tire pressure using the in-car display or a tire gauge. A local tire shop can also assist.
• Fluid Levels: Monitor fluid levels, especially coolant, ensuring consistent temperature readings. Look for any signs of leaks in your parking spot.
• Heating and A/C: Verify the proper functioning of your vehicle's climate control system.
• Brake Inspection: When rotating tires, inquire about brake pad thickness. Replace them if they reach 3mm or less. Request a visual inspection of the brake components as well.
• Cabin Air Filter: Change the cabin air filter as needed, considering your driving conditions. Dusty environments may require more frequent replacements.

Professional Maintenance:

• Fluid Changes: Adhere to the recommended schedule for fluid changes. Consider shortening the coolant flush interval to ten years to maintain optimal corrosion protection. Time-based intervals are more critical than mileage.
• Brake Fluid Flush: Prioritize regular brake fluid flushes. Moisture absorption can compromise braking performance, especially in emergency situations. DOT4 brake fluid is more susceptible to moisture absorption than DOT3.

Tips:

• Fluid Level Inspection: Utilize a flashlight to get a clearer view of fluid levels in their containers. Experiment with different techniques to find what works best for you.

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You could add this as a post on the forum. Valuable information here, sir! Good job!

Sebban-Balwer said:

I've had my Niro EV for a few days and reviewed the maintenance schedule. It's great to see how much routine maintenance you can handle yourself.

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This is a great idea! I'm definitely going to try those DIY and professional maintenance suggestions. I can't imagine how much money I'll save! Sorry to hear about the OP getting ripped off.

I had a crazy one where the dealer tried to upsell me on a bunch of unnecessary services. They wanted to charge me for things like brake service and air filters that weren’t needed at all. I ended up calling around and found a much more reasonable option at another dealership that didn’t try to push unnecessary stuff. It's always good to get quotes from different places and make sure you’re not getting overcharged, especially for simple EV check-ups..