Getting my 105K service done at Honda now
07-27-2010 | 01:42 PM
#41
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I'm about to get into a TL after selling my truck and I'm not looking to spend over $11,000 so I'll be getting into something with high mileage most likely (unless I come across the deal of the century!!). When I've asked some people with 100K+ miles if they've done these things they either look at me like I'm crazy or say that "their mechanic" said it wasn't needed...should I stay away from these people's cars lol?
Kinda scares me that some people don't take care of their car's like they should....
For an overall recap: this correct?
Timing Belt
Water Pump
Spark Plugs
Valve Adjustment (Optional but some say required)
Kinda scares me that some people don't take care of their car's like they should....
For an overall recap: this correct?
Timing Belt
Water Pump
Spark Plugs
Valve Adjustment (Optional but some say required)
In addition to your list:
Idler Pulley
Auto Tensioner
Adjuster
Thermostat
Be prepared to add:
Side / Front Engine mount
Drivebelt
Drivebelt tensioner
07-27-2010 | 01:53 PM
#42
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From: Chicago , IL
McGrath in Westmont. Great service department!
I originally was going to go to Muller's Woodfield Acura because I had a $100 off coupon there, but they were also quoting just under $1600. Then I started calling around and found out how much the pricing varies between dealers. I worked out a price with one of the service managers at McGrath-Westmont. Told them I was shopping around at all the Acura dealers and asked what the best price was and also asked if they could match the $100 off coupon. They run a great service department there. Very honest opinions and willing to work out something reasonable. I did not get the valve adjustment or ignition coils done... just the timing belt/water pump/tensioner/idler pulley and the plugs.
I originally was going to go to Muller's Woodfield Acura because I had a $100 off coupon there, but they were also quoting just under $1600. Then I started calling around and found out how much the pricing varies between dealers. I worked out a price with one of the service managers at McGrath-Westmont. Told them I was shopping around at all the Acura dealers and asked what the best price was and also asked if they could match the $100 off coupon. They run a great service department there. Very honest opinions and willing to work out something reasonable. I did not get the valve adjustment or ignition coils done... just the timing belt/water pump/tensioner/idler pulley and the plugs.
07-28-2010 | 12:42 PM
#43
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From: Chicago , IL
I have a private shop that is willing to do it for $ 500 (no valves/spark plugs), parts included. That's why I want to know how much parts are.
Would it be too much to ask for a parts list w. parts numbers ?
Thanks
07-28-2010 | 01:12 PM
#44
There are no part numbers here, but this thread may help you:
https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-2004-2008-93/122-diy-105k-service-timing-belt-water-pump-spark-plugs-thermostat-%2Apics%2A-784622/#post12197304
Also, check out www.acuraoemparts.com for nicely priced Acura parts with the pretty diagrams of everything. This is run by Delray Acura's parts department.
https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-2004-2008-93/122-diy-105k-service-timing-belt-water-pump-spark-plugs-thermostat-%2Apics%2A-784622/#post12197304
Also, check out www.acuraoemparts.com for nicely priced Acura parts with the pretty diagrams of everything. This is run by Delray Acura's parts department.
07-28-2010 | 01:27 PM
#45
I didnt know franchised dealers ran specials like this, that is one hell of a deal. How do you guys find out about specials like these? Other than getting on mailing lists as preferred buyers, as I refuse to buy a car from a dealer 
07-29-2010 | 11:17 AM
#46
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Hey guys so my car is at 88k and I decided to take advantage of Hamilton Honda's timing belt special for $389.99. This includes water pump, timing belt and labor. I'm waiting here at the dealership, this place is pretty nice an clean. So far the people here have been pretty nice.
This dealership is in NJ. Just wanted to let you guys know my experience here, bc I found this deal from a member here! Will keep you guys posted, I'm stuck here till 5pm =/
This dealership is in NJ. Just wanted to let you guys know my experience here, bc I found this deal from a member here! Will keep you guys posted, I'm stuck here till 5pm =/
07-30-2010 | 10:17 AM
#49
Has anyone thought of scanning in pictures of these ads into a repository so that we start building a database of what things cost and also people can try and get price matching at other dealerships? Or even an scan of the work orders after the work was done?
If someone has one for a 389 water pump change etc I would like to try this.
Has everyone had good luck taking their Acura's into a Honda dealership for this sort of work?
If someone has one for a 389 water pump change etc I would like to try this.
Has everyone had good luck taking their Acura's into a Honda dealership for this sort of work?
07-30-2010 | 11:53 AM
#50
I used to take my TL to the Honda dealer that's right next to my house for oil changes. I asked them about doing the timing belt/water pump service and they refused. However others on here have done their TLs at Honda dealers so YMMV. There's no reason a Honda dealer shouldn't be able to do it. It's the same J32 engine that's in the Accords.
07-30-2010 | 11:59 AM
#51
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From: Ohio
I just had my 04 TL timing belt/water pump change done at my local Honda dealer and they were running a special as well. They did the timing belt, water pump, serpentine belt, and auto tensionser. Total was $580 including labor, tax, etc... They had a coupon on their website. Another Honda dealer I called wanted $600 just for the labor! I guess it just depends on which dealer you go to. I would look on each dealers website for specials they are running. You can usually find a pretty good deal.
10-13-2010 | 05:26 PM
#53
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From: Union, NJ
Hey everybody. Doing my 105k service in 1 month. Oil change is due in approx 2 weeks. Is there any part of the 105k service that involves draining and refilling oil or is the oil completely untouched during this job?
Thanks.
Thanks.
10-14-2010 | 02:54 PM
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i got a quote from an acura dealership for timing belt / water pump replacement and they gave me a price of $1375...seems kind of pricey.
luckily, my wife has a Honda Cr-V and gets mailings from honda dealerships on maintenance specials, and one of the specials mentioned 10% off timing belt / water pump replacement, so i decided to give them a call. they said it is typically $695 for accords and they would have to call me back once they check on the parts for the TL.....got the call back and they said it would be $741 for my TL (timing belt, water pump, drivetrain belt and a few other minor things that i can't remember off the top of my head)...plus I can use the 10% off coupon so it will be about $667 for my car...sweeeeet! i made the appointment and am getting it done monday!
i suggest everyone compare prices between acura and honda dealerships for service since our TL's are basically accords so the parts and labor should not be double the price for the same services!
luckily, my wife has a Honda Cr-V and gets mailings from honda dealerships on maintenance specials, and one of the specials mentioned 10% off timing belt / water pump replacement, so i decided to give them a call. they said it is typically $695 for accords and they would have to call me back once they check on the parts for the TL.....got the call back and they said it would be $741 for my TL (timing belt, water pump, drivetrain belt and a few other minor things that i can't remember off the top of my head)...plus I can use the 10% off coupon so it will be about $667 for my car...sweeeeet! i made the appointment and am getting it done monday!
i suggest everyone compare prices between acura and honda dealerships for service since our TL's are basically accords so the parts and labor should not be double the price for the same services!
10-14-2010 | 07:52 PM
#56
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i got a quote from an acura dealership for timing belt / water pump replacement and they gave me a price of $1375...seems kind of pricey.
luckily, my wife has a Honda Cr-V and gets mailings from honda dealerships on maintenance specials, and one of the specials mentioned 10% off timing belt / water pump replacement, so i decided to give them a call. they said it is typically $695 for accords and they would have to call me back once they check on the parts for the TL.....got the call back and they said it would be $741 for my TL (timing belt, water pump, drivetrain belt and a few other minor things that i can't remember off the top of my head)...plus I can use the 10% off coupon so it will be about $667 for my car...sweeeeet! i made the appointment and am getting it done monday!
i suggest everyone compare prices between acura and honda dealerships for service since our TL's are basically accords so the parts and labor should not be double the price for the same services!
luckily, my wife has a Honda Cr-V and gets mailings from honda dealerships on maintenance specials, and one of the specials mentioned 10% off timing belt / water pump replacement, so i decided to give them a call. they said it is typically $695 for accords and they would have to call me back once they check on the parts for the TL.....got the call back and they said it would be $741 for my TL (timing belt, water pump, drivetrain belt and a few other minor things that i can't remember off the top of my head)...plus I can use the 10% off coupon so it will be about $667 for my car...sweeeeet! i made the appointment and am getting it done monday!
i suggest everyone compare prices between acura and honda dealerships for service since our TL's are basically accords so the parts and labor should not be double the price for the same services!
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