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Old 02-14-2007, 02:38 PM   #14 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Vince
"Idiot lights" and "maintenance minders" are tailored to a specific "group" of owners. Most of the service intervals are targeted to intervals that reduce the cost of ownership, not necessarily what's in the best interest of a long lasting car.
That doesn't make any sense from Honda's perspective. Why would they want you to spend less money on maintence just so they can see more warranty claims? I think it is fine to stay on the Honda maintenance schedule, as long as you don't drive very hard.

With that said, I use synth oil but I will still change at 5K miles due to the fact that I redline my car often.
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