Jiffy Lube

[Texas Red]

Hey gang,
Has anybody done a non-dealer oil change at a Jiffy Lube type place? I'm stuck with no access to H2 dealer. If I remember, the front skid plate has to be removed to gain access, which would not be a normal thing for Jiffy Lube.

Jim
Red H2

[This message was edited by Texas Red on 09-17-03 at 05:06 PM.]

[Texas Red]

Hey gang,
Has anybody done a non-dealer oil change at a Jiffy Lube type place? I'm stuck with no access to H2 dealer. If I remember, the front skid plate has to be removed to gain access, which would not be a normal thing for Jiffy Lube.

Jim
Red H2

[This message was edited by Texas Red on 09-17-03 at 05:06 PM.]

[Big Z]

Just pulled out of one today, they do just fine. They can get to the oil filter, no problem, doubt you will find an air filter if needed though. I also just switched to the Q State synthetic. Third time thru oil can Henerys, and Jiffy lube. I would suggest telling them to make sure the oil filter is tightened properly--Mine was left loose One time.

[argonaut]

I trook mine to jiffy lube a couple of times too. No problem. I don't think they need to remove the skid plate.

'03 H2 Sunset Orange No mods
'03 BMW M3 Convertible
'02 BMW M5

[HeeHaw]

Jiffy lube for me and very happy!

HeeeeeeeeHawwwwwwwwwww

[TBarrow]

Wal-Mart with Mobil 1 and filter for 33-35 bucks need to check the receipt to be exact. They have changed mine about every 4500-5000 miles now and I have over 36,xxx. They will not find it in their computer because someone listed the manufacturer as AMC. They do a great job.

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[MAC]

I went to a Jiffy Lube once a couple years ago. That Jaguar V12 needed special filters, I had to pay extra and was told Jiffy special ordered the filters. A months later my usual mechanic found out Jiffy did not change any of the filters. Outright cheating.

[alpha]

I was told any GM dealer could change oil etc. Just call ahead for them to order filters, Heard Caddy dealer is better than others.

[RasterMaster]

My dealer charged me $26.95 for oil change, filter and 3K mile service. I get a complimentary wash and vacuum every time. Don't think Jiffy lube or Wal-Mart will do that!

Check out the OkC Chapter Page!

[MAC]

My Hummer dealer charges $150 for oil change and lube services, and they wash the Hummer too. 3 out of 4 times it rained on my way home from the dealership 3 miles away. Small drops started coming down just as I happily drove home admiring the shiny Hummer, had to step on the gas and hurry home. Unbelievable high price, yet every time I go there I see lines of GM vehicles waiting at the service area.

Note, I have 3 years service contract covering all maintainance.

[DURAMAX TIM]

I just changed the oil in the wife's H2.
Don't have to take anything off, some oil will get on top of skidplate and wiped off w/ rag.
The filter is a standard GM filter.

[Chewy]

The problem I've had at multiple Jiffy Lube type places (this is with a Jeep Wrangler) is that, unless you tell them not to, they'll open up all of the plugs (tranny, diffs, xfer case) to try and upsell you on flushing/filling. Invariably, one or more of them end up leaking. I finally had to insist that they don't touch anything that I don't ask for. I'm going to try the dealer route for the first couple.

BTW, I asked the service manager at the dealer if he recommended synthetic, and he said no. What do you all think? Is he just trying to sell more oil changes?

[JohnnyBoy]

TBarrow, manufacturer of the H2 is AMC not GM.
Says right on the door plate, manufactured my American Motors Corp. for GM.

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Air Spring Susp. Pkg. + 3rd. row seat & DVD System.
CompuStar Auto Security/Remote Starter.

[Circuitguy]

I had them do my oil change before. They do ok at certin locations around here but I always watch for any issues that may come about. You can never be to sure about protecting the H2! BIG-C

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[Buckeye Hummer]

The dealer can suck too. I had my first oil change at Sherman Oaks Hummer. These dip****s forgot to put my oil filter back in. I went on vacation the day after and returned to have all of the oil drained onto my driveway. They paid to have the driveway cleaned.

The second time I took it to Team Hummer in Pasadena. Dip****s #2 left my dipstick resting on top of the engine with a rag and forgot to close the hood latches.

Frankly, I would do it myself if I knew how. I'm sure it's not a big deal but I've never done it.

Regarding Jiffy Lube, I will never go there because just last week I took my wifes tahoe there. The tech asked what I drive. When I told him he said they are just Tahoes. Needless to say, I won't be spending money with that dumb ass again.

[TBarrow]

Hey Johnnyboy my door sill sticker mathces this one I pulled off Ebay. Except for the vin# and dates. The programmer for wal-mart put it under AMC not AM General..

Black H2 Adventure Series + Luxury, AirForce One intake, Throttle Body Bypass, Gobi Rack w/2" Brackets & 4 PIAA 580 Lights, Alcoa Wheels, Goodyear 37x12.50x17 MT/R, Warn 9.5Ti Thermometric Winch, DiabloSport programmer,160 Degree T-Stat, 2-7" screens in headrests with DVD player and TV Tuner.

[JohnnyBoy]

I stand corrected. I ment AM General, not AMC. I was at the movies that night (AMC Theaters), I guess I was thinking movies when I typed that.

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'03 Hummer H2 Adv./Lux. Pkgs. Sunset Orange W/Sunroof
Air Spring Susp. Pkg. + 3rd. row seat & DVD System.
CompuStar Auto Security/Remote Starter.

[TBarrow]

No problem was the movie good?

Black H2 Adventure Series + Luxury, AirForce One intake, Throttle Body Bypass, Gobi Rack w/2" Brackets & 4 PIAA 580 Lights, Xenarc HID, Alcoa Wheels, Goodyear 37x12.50x17 MT/R, Warn 9.5Ti Thermometric Winch, DiabloSport programmer,160 Degree T-Stat, 2-7" screens in headrests with DVD player and TV Tuner.