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2012 S (R-56) Dealership repair recommendations

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Old Apr 18, 2019 | 12:19 AM
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2012 S (R-56) Dealership repair recommendations

Here are the dealership's recommendations after the extended maintenance was over. I suspect most of them are just to make some $$$.

I have put on under 58k miles in 6.5 years.
  1. Perform Fuel Injection service. Really, not just put a bottle of Techron?
  2. Shock(s) and Struts(s) weak, worn.
  3. Water pump wheel cracked? I think it is easy to replace along with tire rotation. The dealership charges a hefty price for this part.
  4. Upper radiator hose is seeping coolant out. Again they charge $$$ for this.
Where do I get a 2nd opinion for 2,3,4?

Thank you!
 
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Old Apr 18, 2019 | 08:33 AM
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Need to find a good local independent shop. Maybe ask around in the regional forums based on your location. For example, if in Columbus, Ohio I would give you 3-4 great places to go....Im sure others can do the same for you.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2019 | 07:44 AM
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If you’re mechanically inclined and have tools most of that is not so difficult to perform and would save you a ton of money.
 
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