On Sat, 18 Apr 2009 23:55:52 +0000 (UTC), Tegger <invalid@invalid.inv>
wrote:

>JRStern <JRStern@foobar.invalid> wrote in
>news:09aku4pt02vpva3okh5nriigv94g9ihnka@4ax.com :
>
>> 2007 Accord EX4, 33k miles, bring in for oil change and checkup,
>> dealer says tranny fluid is dirty and recommends exchange. Knowing
>> Honda trannies I agree. But, $100, is that the going rate?
>
>Price sounds about right. They've probably allowed 30-45 minutes labor plus
>materials.
>
>BUT... Is your Maintenance Minder showing sub-item 3? If not, and if you
>don't spend a lot of time climbing hills or towing trailers, then fluid
>replacement is OPTIONAL at this time. The dealer may be just trying to pad
>their bottom line with your dollar bills.
>
>You really really should read your Owner's Manual. It could save you a few
>bucks.

Thanks.

Did not show 3, I did a 2 a few months ago, and this was a 1.

I would not put much past this dealer, but OTOH my experience with my
last few Hondas suggest changing out the tranny fluid more often than
they recommend. I'm not towing any trailers, just that fine mix of
Los Angeles traffic that's 5mph when it's not 80mph. Overall, I'm a
very gentle driver these days - or I'd choose a sportier car! Tranny
does seem much snappier now with the new fluid, I had noticed some
funny boggy shifting in recent days.

J.