rlawson4 Report post Posted September 3, 2009 So, I made an appointment (which I plan to cancel) today for my first "free" oil change. I was told by the service representative that my car required a $14 oil additive and a $13 fuel additive. Of course, I was surprised by this and questioned her. She assured me that "because of the heat and moisture in Atlanta these additives are required." This was news to me. Now, I do find that I change my shirt more often in the summer than the winter, I had no idea that Atlanta weather was designed by the deity to specifically destroy my new hybrid. So, I consulted the manual (funny that document that actually says what the car needs) and it mentions nothing about the weather. It does say NOT to add oil or engine treatments and that such treatments can damage the car and void the warranty. Now it does say such "after market" treatments. So, I have one question for my new friends here, are these Ford additives and are they required? Or, has my bulls..t meter worked properly today? I know I am not a car person and know nothing of car service, but this made no sense. I would expect that if such things were needed, the manual would have spelled it out. Thoughts? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rfruth Report post Posted September 3, 2009 I think your BS meter is working fine - snake oil (er additives) do nothing but lighten your wallet while assisting others with their boat payments ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites