"IPavlov" <pavlovdogs DeleteThis @cox.net> wrote in message
news:pan.2005.06.14.04.27.37.596927@cox.net...
>
> Hi,
>
> I'm looking for advice about the best way
> to service my Honda Accord 2001 4cyl. It is past
> warranty with about 30 thousand miles.
> What would be the most cost-effective way to
> service it?
> Should I go to Honda dealer's service department or
> are there other option which would allow to serve
> it for less money without sacrificing too much in
> quality?
>
> IP
>
If you are even slightly mechanically inclined, get a service manual and
do some of the repairs yourself. If your dealer doesn't have one, you can
buy it here:
<a style='text-decoration: underline;' href="http://www.helminc.com/helm/product2.asp?class%5F2=AHM&mk=Honda&yr=2001&md=Accord&dt=Shop%2FService+Information&module=&from=result&Style=&Sku=61S8400&itemtype=N&mscsid=R372GA14GVTU9G5JX9J9PM6F50XF3173" target="_blank">http://www.helminc.com/helm/product2.asp?class%5F2=AHM&mk=Honda&yr=200...d=Accor</a>
For example, disc brake pad replacement is not at all complicated, and
this manual leads you by the hand with step by step illustrated
instructions. The $70.00 cost of the manual will more than pay for itself
after your first brake job. Get a quote (dealer or elsewhere) for simple
pad replacement with no rotor work and you'll see what I mean. The pads
from the dealer are less than $60.00 and even come with a little moly grease
packet that you'll need. They can probably be found a cheaper elsewhere.
If you don't feel comfortable doing any repairs, let us know what state
and town you are in and maybe someone here can make a recomendation for a
relaible repair shop in your area. Or see if there is a newsgroup for your
state and ask there.
Bob<!-- ~MESSAGE_AFTER~ -->
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