So, I’m getting a part fixed under warranty, and yesterday they told me my coolant was fine. But now today, they’re suggesting all these extra services. Feels like at 33k miles, maybe I don’t really need most of this? Probably just the cabin air filter and air filter? What do you guys think?
Honestly, 3 years and 33k miles seems really early for the first coolant change.
OptimaPrime said:
Honestly, 3 years and 33k miles seems really early for the first coolant change.
Maybe, unless you’re somewhere like Phoenix… then it might make sense! But yeah, for most places, probably too soon lol.
Do the filters yourself. Just stick to the schedule in your manual for the rest. I doubt anything else is due yet.
madisonwilson said:
Do the filters yourself. Just stick to the schedule in your manual for the rest. I doubt anything else is due yet.
Seriously, swapping filters takes like 30 seconds.
@Cabby
And you’re not paying $70 on Amazon or wherever else you grab a filter.
madisonwilson said:
Do the filters yourself. Just stick to the schedule in your manual for the rest. I doubt anything else is due yet.
Yep, super easy to change yourself.
madisonwilson said:
Do the filters yourself. Just stick to the schedule in your manual for the rest. I doubt anything else is due yet.
But if it’s not done by a Kia dealership, doesn’t that void the 7-year warranty?
@JenifaLopes
Nope.
@JenifaLopes
I’ve mostly let the dealership handle mine, but as long as you keep good records, you’re fine. Check out Carfax Garage to log everything, including receipts.
Cabin and engine air filters are super easy to replace yourself. A couple of YouTube videos, and you’re set—saves a lot of cash.
As for coolant and transmission, I’d stick to your manual. I’ve got a 2014 Soul, and it says coolant’s due at 120k or 10 years, and the transmission doesn’t even need service. Dealers often have their own ‘suggested’ schedules, but it’s best to follow the manufacturer’s.
Maybe just do the gearbox service if the price includes oil—it’s a bit pricey but reasonable. Filters are an easy 10-minute job you can handle yourself. Coolant seems early, though, depends on your use.
@BRANDON
A transmission service at 33k miles is pretty much overkill. Check your manual, most of this isn’t needed. Kia dealerships tend to push these services a lot to make money. Filters are easy and cheap to change on your own.
@WilliamMia
Different story if it’s a CVT! For a CVT, every 30k is smart. A lot of folks bad-mouth CVTs, but if you maintain them, they’re fine.
I had an ‘09 Nissan CVT—my sister’s still driving it at 120k miles. Many just don’t know the upkeep these need.
But yeah, if it’s not a CVT, then 30k is too soon for transmission fluid.
@MalikTheKing
That’s the key!
Early Nissan CVTs were touchy with fluid maintenance. You had to stay on top of it. It’s true for most CVTs, especially without coolers, though chain-driven ones handle it better.
@BRANDON
Gearbox is the same as transmission fluid, right?
Lucypiper said:
@BRANDON
Gearbox is the same as transmission fluid, right?
Yep.
Stick with what the manufacturer says, not the dealer. It’s all in the manual.
Planning to keep the car a while?
For filters, they’re likely due, but do it yourself to save money.
Coolant? Way too soon even for harsh conditions.
Transmission? If it’s a CVT or IVT, do the fluid every 30k. They can be tough on fluid. Mine’s not a CVT, so I’ll change it around 60k.
@AnthonyWilson
Checked the manual—it says 60k for the transmission fluid. I’ll probably push it to 40-45k since money’s a little tight at the moment.