Ok I had to take my car into the dodge dealership today cause it has been leaking coolant causing it to overheat. I found out it was a tube that had a leak that connected to the waterpump, that alone cost 250.00 just for a new tube lol. He said my coolant looks dirty so he suggested a raditor flush making the total 400+. Is that the normal going rate or am i just getting ripped off lol. Oh the car is a 2002 dodge caravan 50k miles thanks...
2006-12-20 07:01:06 · 15 answers · asked by sarah s 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Yeah the only reason i took it into the dealership was i have a extended warranty and though the problem may be covered. Guess not lol....
2006-12-20 07:22:10 · update #1
Oh by the way the part only cost 23.00 the rest went on labor lmao.... Gotta love dodge.
2006-12-22 15:41:34 · update #2
50,000 miles is about the right time to flush the system out. the dealer is always more expensive than a local garage. they have to treat it like hazardous waste these days, the antifreeze, that is. and the fancy hoses and pipes aren't as cheap as in the old days either. where he "got" you was it wouldn't have cost any more if you had the pipe done today and the flush done next week. he already had the anti- freeze out so the job was partly done for the flush. they charge for the jobs a la carte, even thought the work coincides with the other job. happy holidays!
2006-12-20 07:21:22 · answer #1 · answered by car dude 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-10-08 11:31:10 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-15 08:43:24 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please keep in mind with things like this that many times, regardless of the year of the vehicle, some repairs can be done at home with a minimum of tools and expenses. For instance, the above problem would have cost much less if they crawled under the car (after chocking the tires) while it was running to spot the leak. If it was a hose the repairs could have only cost 23.00 plus a screwdriver or socket wrench to remove the hose clamps.
If it leaks from the engine, then it could have been the water pump or a cracked head or block which is a serious issue.
Also, ladies (and some gents) I have the utmost respect for you. Realize that even today, some questionable mechanics will or may take advantage of your lack of knowledge about cars.
I also realize that the original post is 7 years old but I want anyone new to it to realize that knowledge is everything. Visit your local Autozone or Parts America store and pick up a Chilton's manual about your vehicle. The cost is well worth the time and effort you will spend learning about your car and how it works and whether or not you can do it yourself for less.
You can even look up things online, for instance the vehicle above: 2002 Dodge Caravan: http://repair.chiltondiy.com/Pub/DIY/Product.aspx?ca=Repair&b=1703
It will also help you to determine if the mechanic is throwing BS your way.
2013-09-25 06:08:55 · answer #4 · answered by Brian 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is kind of late now but you did pay a lot for that service. The tube is nothing more than a small rubber hose, just difficult to get to. You can have a coolant flush done at an independent place for about $90.00 and at a local gas station for even less.
2006-12-20 07:05:39 · answer #5 · answered by smgray99 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That's about right for a dealership. Figure about $100 an hour shop cost and supplies.
Dealers cost more, that the disadvantage. The advantage is they are usually better trained and if the work isn't done to your satisfaction, you have an avenue for your complaints.
2006-12-20 07:19:31 · answer #6 · answered by Henry H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any time you go back to the dealer look to pay double what you normally pay,check around with some respectable shops i would not pay more than 80.00 and a hose cost less than 15$ bucks yea he gotcha well at least he did it right no more problems now lol
2006-12-20 07:17:57 · answer #7 · answered by Quinton B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The dealers do charge more, their floor techs are trained but this isn't a difficult job.
Places like Quality tune-up and Speedy oil and some of those can do it cheaper since its not a real techincal job. Call some of the quick oil change service places and ask them the cost.
2006-12-20 07:08:12 · answer #8 · answered by vettedude02 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is. Tell the tech that dirty doesn't constitute out of tolerance for it's intended purpose, and then call around to the quick lube shops and ask how much their flush and fill is. It should be under $100.00.
2006-12-20 07:09:40 · answer #9 · answered by Lemar J 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
DANG! That's a LOT of money for a hose and flush. Personally, I think you were cheated.
(they don't allow me to use the word I was thinking of, but it starts with a s and ends with a d)
2006-12-20 07:12:00 · answer #10 · answered by Trump 2020 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋