Engine leaked nearly all it's oil, dealer found oil filter to be lose
Another +1 for going to the dealer mostly IF you can afford it.
About 80% of my maintenance and 100% oil changes are at my local dealer. They treat me professionally and my car leaves without any issues. I've taken mine to Midas for brake issues since it was closer to my house.
Sorry for your issues and good luck.
About 80% of my maintenance and 100% oil changes are at my local dealer. They treat me professionally and my car leaves without any issues. I've taken mine to Midas for brake issues since it was closer to my house.
Sorry for your issues and good luck.
Last edited by Justice06RR; Jan 26, 2017 at 12:29 PM.
Just had my 22nd oil change & filter at the dealer
In addition to changing my oil they informed me of my brake pad thickness on both the front 8mm left and the rear 10mm left with 82.6k miles. No charge for the complete inspection. Also picked up new air filters and a cabin filter which I'll take care of in the spring
For a few dollars more for the oil change, excellent free coffee, bagles, muffins, juice, bottled water, a computer work station and a large flat screen TV. Also a loaner upon request for any nearby shopping.
Also a wash and vacuum of my vehicle returning it much cleaner than when I dropped it off

Firestone, Jiffy Lube,Sears, etc.
NEVER!
Telcoman
In addition to changing my oil they informed me of my brake pad thickness on both the front 8mm left and the rear 10mm left with 82.6k miles. No charge for the complete inspection. Also picked up new air filters and a cabin filter which I'll take care of in the spring
For a few dollars more for the oil change, excellent free coffee, bagles, muffins, juice, bottled water, a computer work station and a large flat screen TV. Also a loaner upon request for any nearby shopping.
Also a wash and vacuum of my vehicle returning it much cleaner than when I dropped it off

Firestone, Jiffy Lube,Sears, etc.
NEVER!
Telcoman
Last edited by telcoman; Jan 26, 2017 at 08:41 AM. Reason: Forgot to mention wash and vacuum
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And if you're not curating a showcar paint finish, don't forget the wash and vacuum. And Modern doesn't care about the miles on the loaner. I routinely drive it back the 70 miles to Raleigh and return 70 when my car is ready. One time I was headed to Asheville for a long weekend. Dropped mine on the way and took loaner to Asheville. Parts delay so loaner all the way back to Raleigh. Then to Greensboro to get my car when done.
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G35 sedan w/ too much money in mods

I don't know where you gathered you're opinion about Firestone employees, but where do you think the technicians and service managers go after Firestone? To the Dealerships and vice versa. Not only that, but FIrestone has a double-check procedure in place for oil filters, wheel lug nuts and drain bolts.
The store will end up eating this cost on this guys car, regardless of who touched it last. Give me an email please and I'll get you in contact with the right person.
ElyDaniel@BFUSA.Com
The store will end up eating this cost on this guys car, regardless of who touched it last. Give me an email please and I'll get you in contact with the right person.
ElyDaniel@BFUSA.Com
I picked up an OEM radiator and thermostat online for $93 shipped and then spent another $15 on coolant. So $108 total, an hour of work in my garage and I was done. They did pay to replace the key but refused to accept responsibility for the leak, the tires or the battery. So yes, I will never visit another one again.








