bc6152

I agree with this assessment. I think that they are actively trying to pad the bill. This isn't a service writer action, it's the policy of the management. Every manufacturer I've ever seen advises against additives to the oil and simply recommends adhering to the maintenance schedule. Here we have some magic solution that "prolongs engine life". What BS. Can't even guess what the battery abra cadabra means. And yes, some people don't know any better and get screwed by unscrupulous businesses. Especially the elderly because they're so trusting and females only because they know little about cars.

Tetguy

x2.bc6152. The other thing that I have a problem with is 30k brake fluid replacement. Up until the 70`s I`ll admit this was a problem because of cracked rubber insulators on the brake cylinders allowing water to enter into the cylinders over time and contaminating the brake fluid. When brake cylinders were overhauled or replaced, which happened quite often back then, brake fluid flushing was mandatory. These days its not as prevalent. A check of the brake cylinder boots form time to time is all that's required between brake pad replacements. A check at this time with a brakefluid humidity tester will let you know if there is any humidity. I checked mine ( all 4 cylinders) and the master cyl reservoir and had no humidity at all after 90k miles. I drove a 92 Toyota corolla for over 300k miles and never had any problems. I didn't have a humidity meter back then. I got mine from amazon for around $15. I checked it to make sure it worked by adding 1 drop of water to a very small sample and stirred it and sure enough it showed 2% water.

GES

At least the brake fluid change is recommended by Lexus every 30K miles, but there are many other services never mentioned, or recommended by the manufacturer.