Update on servicing of kadjar coming up to 3 years; all very confusing for a simple soul like me...
Firstly - my local Renault dealer was explicit - I must have an A service next or my warranty (2 more years) is in question. So if I have a B service which is far more comprehensive because I want the oil change (don't like waiting 2 years), and add a cabin filter (the only A element of note) - warranty scuppered !
So - I asked about having the A service and an oil change. No go - they offered an A and B service instead - so I would pay an extra £240 (the B element) for the benefit of the oil change!
I looked at another dealer's site (Stoneacre) where they have a full service which covers A and B elements as far as i can see. Seemed a logical alternative - but no, their website explicitly warns that having a full service instead of the scheduled A or B could invalidate warranty - even if full is far more than A.
Basic observation here is that Renault want to bully/scare people into sticking to an expensive A and B schedule until the warranty pretty much expires, at which time their cheaper alternatives for the same work come into play.
Am I being too cynical and suspicious here folks? For myself, I will stick to the A service with reluctance and do a basic oil pump out (no filter change) myself. Won't get it all out but good enough for peace of mind.
Oh - and after 3 years a brake fluid change is also due. My local Renault dealer wanted £149 for the brake fluid change on top of the A service cost - said it took a lot of time and again warned me about warranty implications. £149? Really?? I shall go to National Tyres for that at cost of £49.
Enough chuntering for now! Maybe I am an outlier here or maybe others share my general frustration and confusion....