Then why’d you buy a bunch of it wasn’t at a discount? Just to have it? Anyways, keep a record and take pictures then hope they aren’t shady. At the end of the day the only certain option would be just to have the dealer do it all.. but even then…
Oil changes for warranty
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It isn’t about the dealer being shady. A lot of manufacturers require high $$ powertrain repairs to be reviewed by their field engineering/tech line team before parts can be ordered. If those folks want to see confirmation of service history, it can be out of the dealer’s hands.
This is what I do, decent dealer and I use a specific Technician who does exceptional work. Sometimes it pays to build a good working relationship with someone you can trust.
True. BUT. The engine warranty would be on them as long as you didn't go over time / mileage OLM system.
I just keep the store receipts from my oil and filter purchases and keep a paper log where I write down the date, mileage, and what services were performed. I put those in a folder with any other receipts for things like tire and battery purchases. I've yet to ever be asked to present this documentation to get a warranty repair completed.
It's sad we have to look at oil changes this way but the manufacturer does want documentation. I know it costs more per change but I just pay for the oil change during the warranty period. I've had cars where I wanted the change more than the recommended interval of the manufacturer and I'll do a change in between the dealer changes. I do buy my oil in larger quantities when it's outside of warranty though.
I did technically void my powertrain warranty a hint early going Stage 1 on the GTI, so I don't bother anymore. All service will be done by me from now on. I've done a couple of changes myself but at least at the 10k mark each time I had the dealer do the service. Doesn't seem to matter now. I never had drivetrain issues, my only problem was a heater core and the powertrain wouldn't have come into play anyway.
I did technically void my powertrain warranty a hint early going Stage 1 on the GTI, so I don't bother anymore. All service will be done by me from now on. I've done a couple of changes myself but at least at the 10k mark each time I had the dealer do the service. Doesn't seem to matter now. I never had drivetrain issues, my only problem was a heater core and the powertrain wouldn't have come into play anyway.
Well, I will have to take your word for it. I have never had to replace an engine. I have had a transmission replaced under warranty though. It wasn’t really a problem. I showed my maintenance receipts, the fluid was clean, and at the proper level - there wasn’t much to refute. A remanufactured one was installed without much griping.
You mean you don’t compile an epic collection of oil and then wring your hands nervously at the possibility of losing a warranty when you actually have to use it… whatever, hippie.
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Had a dealership tell me I had no PM on a potential trade - showed him all the photos and that nonsense went away …
Had a similar situation, I had a trade-in with over 200,000 miles that I didn’t have the receipts on. After a while I just stopped keeping them because I figured the car wasn’t gonna be worth anything anyways. When I traded it in, the maintenance history was questioned. All I said was “it wouldn’t have gotten to 200,000 miles in the shape that it is in if I wasn’t taking care of it.” No more questions after that as the results spoke for themselves.
^^ Yeah, they piped down and gave you a $150 trade-in value on a new vehicle purchase.
You are so right lol.
No actually, it was around $2500 when they only wanted to give me a grand or so. Not much money but it’s probably the most expensive sentence I’ve ever uttered.
Don't worry about it. In the highly unlikely event of a lubricant related failure (Unless it's a Kia/Hyundai) dealerships are only going to measure the volume of oil and determine whether or not the oil has is sludge up. Oil receipts is nice for times when oil has escaped the motor (ex, window the block or oil pan) but I'd be surprised if there was a written requirement that you must document oil changes.
In the 1980's I owned a BMW 325e. I was stationed in a ship home ported in San Diego. I'd come back from deployment and had the car at a local bimmer shop to change the coolant and adjust the valves. When I picked up the car the tech noted that he had been unable to properly adjust 2 valves. I went to the dealer (BMW of SD) and explained the situation. I provided my log book of oil (Castro 20W50) and filter (BMW) changes along with my receipts. Turned out the cam was bad the BMW NA replaced it.
I keep detailed records. Not for warranty fears but because, that’s what I do. If I did have a warranty claim and I brought records this detailed, I’d hope they wouldn’t have an issue.
No paranoia required, just a storage tub and a lid. I keep all of my used oil filters during warranty. Doesn't take up much space. Log the OCI into the Owner's Manual, sign and date each entry and make notations on oil receipts also, including date and mileage. Ken.
I'm not going to run dealer bulk oil for 60K miles.
If there were ever an engine issue, they can test the oil that is in the motor.
If there were ever an engine issue, they can test the oil that is in the motor.
And of course, post the OC's in the "Post Your Latest Oil Change" thread on BITOG - this is the ULTIMATE reference!
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