The dealership where I purchased my 2012 Fit Sport sent me a email coupon for a oil change that said the cost was going to be $18.88. Even though the car only had around 6k but is getting close to a year old, figured may as well use the coupon. When I took the car in, I was told that the deal was for conventional oil changes and that my Fit required synthetic. They showed some bar graph that showed the Honda recommended oils for different models. When I asked why they sent me the coupon that didn't apply to my car, no real answer. They discounted their regular price of $55 to $42.

Because the of 6k mileage, no tire rotation. Asked about the next "major" service, I was told it would be at 30k and would require a transmission fluid change.

So far the only problem we have had has been with the very sensitive tire pressure sensors. Overall MPG has stayed around 31. We have been very happy with the car and may purchase another in the future, with the except that my wife, who will never play professional basketball, has problems sometimes with closing the rear hatch.

 

Why are you changing the oil at 6k? There's no need...

 

Recommended OCI is via the MM or 1 year, which ever comes first.

To redfitowner: For most people, the MM will indicate a transmission fluid change at some point much greater than 30k. That said, its likely that its a good idea to change the fluid a bit sooner than recommended. Regardless, the authoritative rule on what to do isn't the dealership, but the owner's manual and MM. You'll likely need brake fluid before 30k, for example, because brake fluid should be changed every 3 years.

Yes, your fit requires at least synthetic blend, not because its synthetic, but because its the only way to make 0w-20 oil.

 

Ah I missed the part about it being a year old

 

Yeah, i think it depends on driving conditions. I just ticked over 4000 miles and MM said oil life was at 20% and I drive in heavy city traffic almost daily. as a result I ended up changing it out this past weekend even though i just bought it this past august.

 

You're fine changing the oil AND FILTER at 6k if its a year old, even preferred. That 7.5k is marketing talking.There's a time element as well as mileage.

 

It's not a fraud, I would bet there were some asterisks in the coupon. And you could've always called to confirm first.

$42 is still a fair price for a synthetic oil change, especially if it was convenient experience. If it was unpleasant and inconvenient and still $42 then go somewhere else next time.

 

Mobil 1 0w/20 cost me $27.69 at our local WalMart. I wouldn't use WalMart filters in my car.

Clifton

 

Mobil1 full oil change at the dealer costs me $41. No mess, nothing to dispose of, Free touchless car wash, & free Green Mountain coffee (If I choose to wait). In and out in 45 minutes with Wifi so I can do it during the business day. If I don't feel like working, I can find out who-da-baby-daddy is on Maury... ok, maybe not.

OP. The price you got was decent for the oil change since they are using synthetic in the vehicle. Follow the maintenence minder and the Owner's manual. Honda Engineers know way more about how this car should be maintained from the factory than the service Reps. Any Reputable dealer will follow Honda's schedule with potential offers such as Additional Tire rotation based upon tread depth, replacing brake pads etc... (because they can visually see that these things should or may need to be done). Selling Services that aren't needed (or even logically recommended) is the sign of a dealer looking for money. Dealers that sell services that they can show you would be beneficial... is a dealer that is looking out for your car. it's all pretty much common sense.

~SB

 

My 2012 is now one yr. old and had my first oil change per the 1 year. Only 4K on the odometer. Was glad to see when the oil minder was reset it didn't also reset my trip odometer or the mileage avg.

When I bought the car they also threw in the first servicing so they also rotated the tires.