Does this seem expensive?

Question

I have a 2000 Sonata, and the Crank Posistioning Sensor went bad. The local shop wants to charge me 416.61 to fix it. I know the engine popped a code so all they had to do was hook up a scanner to it to get the problem. I found the part for 80 bucks, and I just can't imagine it would take long enough to justify that large of a bill. Also the mechanic said he had to tear the whole front of the engine apart. Please Help, because this seems like a rip off!!

Answer 1

remember if it is too good to be true it probably isnt
and vice versa

i would find another place and get a quick estimate first.

Answer 2

The shop will charge you "list price" for the part, this is normal. Parts come from part jobbers with several prices, starting at Dealer and going to list price. Your price is somewhere in the middle from the jobber. The shop will charge you list, the highest price. The shop has major overhead costs and this is normal. They also have a book that tells how much time it will take to do the repair, they charge this "flat rate" times the shops hourly rate, and this is how they come up with a price. It is not a rip off, just they way that it works, This price sounds reasonable to me. Hope this helps.

Answer 3

It's very possible at todays labor rates. I also found that sensor for nearly the same cost but of course that's retail not our price.
If you are at the dealers you will pay much more than if you can find a reputable GOOD private mechanic!

Answer 4

Your engine wouldn't run if the sensor was bad.
Get an OBDII scanner for about $70 and you can see the codes yourself.

Answer 5

you should go to a automotive part store and buy a book on your car, this should give you a idea on how hard it is to replace the sensor and were it is located on the engine

Answer 6

You definitely need to make a few calls and get a few more estimates. Try calling a dealership that specializes in that manufacturer.