Lifetime BG Protection Plan

Preventative care – a plan to promote self-insured auto repair - with help from BG Products -A company that is so sure of their product formulations, they will help pay the bill if something does go wrong.   See below for details and follow the link at bottom for exact terms.

While this program is not new, we have realized that we need to make this a prominent piece of our mission of “Peace of Mind in Auto Repair.”

What brought this about? In the “olden days” vehicles were not made as well as they are today, and they weren’t as expensive.  Many times when a major problem happened, a customer would just trade it. Today, vehicles are more expensive, and they are better made. 

            Due to the prevalence of car repair insurance and the many companies that do their best to avoid paying when they should, we have come to the following realization: instead of buying one of those policies, our customers could be far better off putting their money in the bank. With proper maintenance – using BG Products they would have some help with expenses if something major does go wrong.  If nothing major, the money is there for other life emergencies…  The BG protection will subsidize the cost of the repair when recommended fluid services have been performed. Lifetime protection for your vehicle! (See the plan for exact details)

We have recently learned that many manufacturers, in order to convince consumers to buy these expensive vehicles - for marketing purposes - have extended their time interval maintenance requirements.  This is supposedly less expensive.  When the problems begin – usually after the initial manufacturer’s warranty, and especially in heavy traffic/pollution areas like Chicagoland… This is where we begin to see many of these cars come to Dakota-K with costly repairs.  These vehicles needed to be regularly serviced to help avoid expensive repairs.

The main point – We have partnered with this company for years. If a covered repair happened, we have had absolutely no problem with BG paying their written plan coverage amount. Does it cover everything – no it doesn’t.  That is why we think that if you put $200 aside each month – in an interest-bearing account … that’s $2,400 a year.  If you can avoid the use of the fund for general maintenance, after 3 years you will have a nice emergency fund if you need it. If not, it is still yours – not something you have paid to an insurance company. 

Vehicle maintenance is so important.  Following this plan will give added value, no matter how many miles are on the vehicle.  Plus, the plan is transferable!

Starting the plan before the vehicle reaches 50,000 miles gives the most protection.  The next level is before 75,000 miles.  If your vehicle has more than 75,000 miles, talk to one of our service advisors for more information.

Because we are in an area with high traffic, along with extremes of heat and cold - we are recommending oil changes with BG Product additives every 7,500 miles, and a tire rotation to help maintain tires.  (By the way, when you buy tires here along with the road hazard warranty, those tire rotations are free). For low mileage vehicles, we recommend this service once per year. (BP plan coverage will be there for you as long as you don’t exceed 10,000 miles before your next service)

To begin and to maintain the lifetime protection, the vehicle has to be no more than 20 years old and meet the mileage requirements at the time of the first service and all you have to do is stick to the service schedule listed below!

The Lifetime BG Protection Plan® covers seven major systems: fuel, engine, transmission, drive line, cooling, power steering and brakes.

U.S. and Canadian Lifetime BG Protection Plan® coverage:

100% coverage (Plan 1): First BG service before 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
50% coverage (Plan 2): First BG service between 50,001–75,000 miles (80,001–120,000 km)
*For gasoline vehicles with 75,001–125,000 miles (120,001–200,000 km): 50% coverage after the BG Dynamic Engine Restoration Service.

There are 3 different programs covering the Engine – They differ by adding fuel systems to the coverage and/or additional dollars if something goes wrong.  ENGINE COVERAGE: Pistons and rings (oil consumption not covered), wrist pins and bushings, rods and rod bearings, camshafts and bearings, pushrods, intake valves and guides (grinding adjustments excluded), turbo bearings, crankshaft and bearings, cylinder liners or bores, valve lifters, timing chains (stretched timing chains are excluded) (timing belts and damage to engine parts due to broken timing belts excluded), rocker arms and pivots, oil pump, timing gears or sprockets, distributor drive gear.

Fuel coverage includes: Oxygen sensors, PCV, injectors (deposit malfunctions only) 

BG Engine and Fuel Service– Done with an oil change-
The BG Engine Service covers gasoline. Service interval: Within 10,000 miles of the previous service for gasoline engines. We recommend every 7,500 miles. Maximum reimbursement: Plan 1: $4,000; Plan 2: $2,000 -

What is covered? Engine and fuel   -

For a Cost Comparison - comparing a normal oil change at 5,000-mile intervals over a period of 30,000 – with the above at 7,500-mile intervals over 30,000 miles – see the chart below.

BG Engine Performance Service – Done with an oil change
The BG Engine Performance Service covers gasoline and fuel systems… adding the GDI (Gas Direct Injection) Induction Cleaning Service. (GDI recommended with the engine service – saving your time & money and giving more protection) Service interval: Within 10,000 miles (16,000 km) of the previous service. Maximum reimbursement: Plan 1: $6,000; Plan 2: $3,000.What is covered? Engine and fuel coverage- (With GDI, includes throttle body)

BG Dynamic Engine Restoration Service* - to be used when over 75,000 miles but no more than 125,000
The BG Dynamic Engine Restoration Service covers gasoline engines and fuel systems.
Service interval: This is an entry service and must be performed at the first service interval. After 10,000 miles, continue coverage with a BG engine plus service.  Maximum reimbursement: Plan 2: $3,000.   What is covered? Engine and fuel coverage. Plan 2 coverage ONLY. After 10,000 miles continue coverage by choosing any engine service above, with its corresponding Plan 2 coverage. 

BG Fuel System Service – When Engine performance service is not used
The BG Fuel System Service covers gasoline fuel systems.  Service interval: Within 15,000 miles of the previous service. Maximum reimbursement: Plan 1: $4,000;  Plan 2: $2,000. What is covered? Fuel coverage plus throttle body

BG Platinum™ Fuel System Service – When Engine performance service with GDI is not used
The BG Platinum™ Fuel System Service covers gasoline fuel systems including intake valves.
Service interval: Within 15,000 miles (25,000 km) of the previous service.  Maximum reimbursement: Plan 1: $4,000; Plan 2: $2,000.                  What is covered? Fuel coverage plus throttle body and intake valves (deposit-related malfunctions only)

BG Transmission Service
The BG Transmission Service covers automatic transmissions. 

Service interval: Within 30,000 miles of the previous service. Maximum reimbursement: Plan 1: $2,000 - Plan 2: $1,000

What is covered? Lubricated parts within the transmission housing or case only when damaged by an internally lubricated part covered under this Plan. Not covered: Leaking transmission seals and gaskets; electrical components, such as solenoids.

BG Transmission Service for CVT
The BG Transmission Service covers continuously variable transmissions (model year 2014 and newer).
Service interval: Within 30,000 miles of the previous service. Maximum reimbursement: Plan 1: $4,000; Plan 2: $2,000

What is covered? Lubricated parts within the transmission housing or case only when damaged by an internally lubricated part covered under this Plan. Not covered: Leaking transmission seals and gaskets; electrical components, such as solenoids.

BG Cooling System Service
The BG Cooling System Service covers cooling systems.  Service interval: Within 30,000 miles of the previous service
Maximum reimbursement: Plan 1: $4,000; Plan 2: $2,000

What is covered? Heater core, water pump, freeze plugs, and radiator. Not covered: Hoses, clamps, thermostats, and engine components

BG Power Steering Service – Not all vehicles need this service
The BG Power Steering Service covers power steering systems.
Service interval: Within 30,000 miles of the previous service
Maximum reimbursement: Plan 1: $4,000; Plan 2: $2,000

What is covered? Lubricated parts contained within the power steering gear box or rack and power steering pump. Not covered: Hoses, belts, brackets, seals, and leaking gaskets.

BG Drive Line Service
The BG Drive Line Service covers front or rear differentials, manual transmissions, transaxles, or transfer cases.  Service interval: Within 30,000 miles of the previous service
Maximum reimbursement: Plan 1: $4,000; Plan 2: $2,000 manual transmission.

What is covered? Lubricated parts contained within the differential housing, transfer case or transmission case. Not covered: Differential housing, transfer case, transmission case, axle(s), pre-packed axle bearing(s), U-joint(s), CV joint(s), CV boot(s), driveshaft(s), case, flywheel, clutch plate, and pressure plate unless damaged due to the failure of a covered part.

BG Brake Service
The BG Brake Service covers brake systems. Service interval: Within 30,000 miles of the previous service
Maximum reimbursement: Plan 1: $4,000; Plan 2: $2,000
What is covered? Lubricated parts contained within the pump, valves, master cylinder, calipers, and metalized hoses when hose failure results from internal corrosion. Not covered: Pads, rotors, shoes, ABS sensors, controller, or other electrical parts.