CPO process doesn't ensure that any service is performed. It's mostly a list of things that they claim to have checked. Ask a number of CPO buyers who can confirm that often things on that list still have defects that have to be corrected when the buyer discovers them. What it does do is give you a pretty good used car warranty.

 

On my previous 06 G35 I did none of those services.Did 53 oil and filter changes 48 of them myself. Air filter changes every 10k miles and cabin filter change once a year. Wiper inserts every few years when needed. Brake fuid was changed when pads were replaced and rotors were turned at 85k miles. Clutch fluid was replaced when the CSC was replaced under warranty.
Rotated tires myself and had alignments and balance done when new tires were purchased every 48k miles
Traded it in at 171796 miles with original transmission and differential fluid.

So far on my current 2012 G37S I've had 16 oil and filter changes, air filter and cabin filter changes. Nothing else done & I'm at 59k miles.

If you won't be able to sleep at night do it all but it is not really necessary.

Just my $.02

Telcoman

 

I know CPO is just a piece of paper saying they have checked 2 billion aspects of the car and it's worthy to be on par as a great used car. That said, nothing should be wrong and nothing should require attention in the near future. That's the point of getting a CPO. I think ok can use it as leverage.

 

I wonder how much Nissan dealer would ask for same service.

 

A little less. Around here Nissan labor is $100/hr and Infiniti is $125ish. Parts will be close to if not the same price unless you find one of the few dealerships who get it and discount parts below list price like some do on the Internet. Like Infiniti of Scottsdale or Courtesy Nissan. A good independent shop will be cheaper still - $50-70/hr in this area.

 

I was told that everything but the brake fluid is done. So does that mean I can just do the brake fluid and move on past 30k maintenance? I am also having a hard time believing the dealer as none of these are/were reflected on the carfax when I bought the car. For some reason it only contained owner information and no service records.

Thank you for bringing this point up.

 

I agree. These are pretty reliable cars in general. That is the main reason why I skipped a BMW or Audi in the first place. I am just not sure if the dealer is trying to cash-in on the opportunity.

 

If it were my car I'd get the brake fluid changed for the reasons I stated previously and an oil & filter change. This way you'll be starting fresh w/ new oil/filter and you'll know your brakes will perform as well as possible for the next 30k.

 

The same. I had a family member's car serviced recently at the Nissan and it was 800'ish as well.

 

interestingly, when inquired about it, the dealership said, brake fluid only needs to be changed around 90k or so, hence they don't change it as part of this 30k Sched Maintenance. This is where my confusion started in the first place. Manual vs Dealership.

So at this point, if I were to do all the stuff on the manual only and continue to do services as manual suggests, will that hurt anything at all? (just for the peace of mind).

Also, Throttle Body service, is this a must at this mileage? Will there be much carbon deposits or gunk on the blades that this is an absolute requirement on a 30k mile driven car? Is there a benefit of doing this?

 

Don't mean to steer too off topic, but for those who have bought Cabin Air Filters, where do you buy them?

 

Here's a good read on brake fluid and why you want to change it regularly
Why Change Brake Fluid
IMO it's one of the most important parts of your car and should be serviced often, and luckily it's an affordable service.
Just my 2 cents

 

Convincing enough. At this moment I am leaning towards staying with the manual options only and avoiding throttle body service or differential service. Unless otherwise one of the experts point me towards a direction that it is absolutely necessary. This includes Brake fluid change.

 

Amazon, Autozone, eBay, etc Remember to check out the DIY section if you want to save some money and change it yourself.
https://www.myg37.com/forums/d-i-y-i...ent-video.html


Good stuff! I just want to add on that changing brake fluid is very simple and easy. Quickest way to refresh is to get a turkey baster (or something similar) to suck out the fluid from the reservoir and refill then turn steering wheel lock to lock and repeat. It's not as thorough as bleeding from the caliper but I don't want to go too offtopic. OP feel free to PM me for more detailed DIY.


Actually I wouldn't recommend 100% skip the TB and diff service. In fact I would advise you look into it. It's good to clean the carbon buildup periodically so you don't have sticky butterfly valve which can affect air intake. Also 30k is a good time IMO to refresh the 3 pints of diff oil to remove the fine metal shavings from the break-in period.

 

Thanks for the advice.

So at the moment, Manual + Differential + Brake fluid. Is it okay if I skip the alignment?