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09-26-2012, 09:54 PM | #1 |
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Brake fluid change is so expensive! help me.
I got 2009 bmw 328i xdrive.
I visited a bmw dealership to change the brake fluid. They say I need to pay 250$ for brake fluid change and cabin filter change. They also said I need to change the engine oil with 105$ since the last engine oil change has been one year. is it reasonable price? or do I have to go other BMW specialized shop? This is Kansas city area. |
09-27-2012, 11:57 AM | #4 |
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way high $$$. changing brake fluid isn't hard, but does take a bit of learning like anything. Fluid is cheap, it's all labor. if you can jack your car, and remove a wheel, buy a motive power bleeder and learn to use it. If saving money is a priority, DIY. Otherwise bend over for the stealer...
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09-28-2012, 10:45 AM | #5 |
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Shouldn't everything you mentioned be covered under the factory maintenance for a 2009 bmw? I remember getting a free brake fluid change, cabin filter and oil change last year with my 2008.
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10-01-2012, 01:12 PM | #6 |
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I had my brake fluid changed at an Indy Shop for $120. It was in the spring of this year. Do a google search for some shops that specialize in German cars and ask for quotes.
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10-17-2012, 10:55 AM | #8 |
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thanks for the info guys
I also have a little question, is it ok to get the brake fluid change at independent shop? I am worried if I get the service at independent shop, the cpo warranty will be void.
And also, is the vehicle going to still notice me any further maitenance required? Last edited by su5331; 10-17-2012 at 11:00 AM.. |
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10-18-2012, 09:44 AM | #9 |
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good point. My dealer did both cabin filter, brake fluid and oil as part of the 4 year maintenance. I suppose OP could be miles or barely over in time.
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10-19-2012, 10:26 AM | #10 |
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My factory warranty already passed. it was due on august 2012. I wish I could get it.
it was due on august 2012. I wish I could get the service before the due was passed.
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10-20-2012, 02:21 AM | #13 |
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The cost of the cabine air filter service is high. Sort of a ripoff, but this is typical dealer pricing for an agregate of these 3 services.
You can DIY al this, the cabine filter can be sourced online (ecs, bavauto.com, amazon,...) for ~26, instead of typical 55-60 at dealer. |
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11-17-2012, 12:01 PM | #15 |
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Not to sound paranoid, but how do we ensure the dealer has done the work and not simply reset the sensor (and charged us for the full price of the change)? I'm due for a change and my fluid seems clear enough although I know that's not a true indication of its condition. Is there a telltale way to know they've done the work properly?
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11-17-2015, 07:47 AM | #17 |
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Just looking at the OP's post: "They say I need to pay 250$ for brake fluid change and cabin filter change." That was for the brake fluid chance AND the cabin filter which is generally quite expensive (especially the genuine BMW part), but this is still crazy expensive regardless! LOL
Something that I thought about the other day, with manual cars, I highly doubt that the dealers, or for that matter, most workshops bleed the clutch which shares the same fluid and reservoirs. I so want to invest in a power bleeder, or vacuum bleeder!! |
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11-17-2015, 10:25 AM | #18 |
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A tire store or any competent mechanic can do the flush, just make sure they use BMW fluid or similar.
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11-18-2015, 06:05 AM | #21 |
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Yeah that's nuts. My price did go up though, as I've done 2 flushes after the 4 yr free maint. First was $120, second was $140.
My assumption may be wrong, but I have always assumed BMW bleeds at all 4 calipers (I hope). Otherwise, a muffler shop do one caliper job would be just as good. That's a trick so you leave with your reservoir clear as water. The next day it's brownish again because they didnt' bleed the entire system. |
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11-21-2015, 08:18 PM | #22 |
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You can do it yourself, if you have a power bleeder like a motive or a Mitivac. Cost for AMSOIL racing brake fluid is about $10.00 for 10oz with the 25% off membership. I usually buy four bottles to be safe. So, $40.00 and maybe 90 minutes or your time.
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