In article <425ADEF0.5811C2D8@junkmail.com>, Randolph <trash@junkmail.com>
wrote:

> Jason wrote:
> >
> > My 1999 Honda Accord EX (4 cyld) is scheduled for it's 60.000 mile
> > service later this month or early next month. I live in central
> > California and therefore the vehicle is NOT usually driven in
> > harsh conditions such as freezing weather or extreme hot weather.
> >
> > It's running great at this point in time.
> >
> > Questions:
> > The fuel filter has NEVER been changed. Should I have the mechanic
change it?
> > If not, when should I have it changed?
> >
> > The valves were adjusted several years ago. Should I have the valves
> > adjusted? If not, when should I have the valves adjusted again?
> >
> > The timing belt has NEVER been changed. Should I have the mechanic change
> > it? If not, when should the timing belt be changed and the water pump
> > replaced?
> >
> > Other than having the oil changed and the filter changed--and the air
> > filter--can you think of any other special service that should be
> > performed?
> >
> > Thanks in advance,
> > Jason
>
>
> Why don't you just follow the service schedule?

The service department at the local Honda shop has a different schedule
than is stated in the owner's manual. I honestly don't know whether they
are trying to rip me off or make sure my car never breaks down. I also
noticed that there are some conflicts or differences between the service
schedule in the repair manual and the owner's manual.

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