100,000 Mile Maintenance - $47.00 Spark Plugs
07-21-2019, 10:12 PM
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100,000 Mile Maintenance - $47.00 Spark Plugs
Stopped by the Acura Dealership where I normally have service done and discussed the 100,000 mile service with them. I expressed surprise when he tried to sell me a plug change for $400. I asked why the high price for that service and he said that the spark plugs were $47 each. So I took the time today to take a look at the owners manual and it calls for NGK: ILZKR7B-11S plugs. I haven't found any for more than about $15 and they seem to be available for about $10 if you shop a little. Am I missing something, or are these folks trying to take advantage of my kind nature? I'm not sure that I've ever seen a $47 spark plug. Your kind assistance appreciated.
07-21-2019, 10:28 PM
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You aren't missing anything that's just how dealerships are
07-22-2019, 09:11 AM
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A few comments:
- Your plugs aren't due until 105,000 miles (splitting a hair I know, just say'in)
- Tell your dealership if they throw in a timing belt, tensioner, and water pump for that price, you'll bite.
07-22-2019, 10:20 AM
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Dealership takes advantage of people
in other news, water is wet... More at 11 PM
in other news, water is wet... More at 11 PM
07-22-2019, 10:37 AM
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The dealership charges a ton for these things. I just had my pistons replaced under warranty and they charged me over $1000 for parts only for the plugs, timing belt, tensioner, and water pump. It would have been over $2000 with labor. I did get them to take 10% off parts by complaining about the highway robbery they charge for parts. They make a good case for DIY... However, if you mess up and break the ignition coils then you will have a much larger charge. If I recall, you have to drop the engine to get to the back plugs.
07-22-2019, 11:00 AM
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Spark plugs and brakes - probably the two items with the highest markup (by both dealerships and independent mechanics).
Buy the plugs and install them yourself. Or take them to an independent mechanic and have them install them. The indy mechanic may charge more for labor than they're regular price since they're not going to make the markup on parts, but it will still be less than if they were to provide the plugs.
Buy the plugs and install them yourself. Or take them to an independent mechanic and have them install them. The indy mechanic may charge more for labor than they're regular price since they're not going to make the markup on parts, but it will still be less than if they were to provide the plugs.
07-22-2019, 07:35 PM
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The dealership charges a ton for these things. I just had my pistons replaced under warranty and they charged me over $1000 for parts only for the plugs, timing belt, tensioner, and water pump. It would have been over $2000 with labor. I did get them to take 10% off parts by complaining about the highway robbery they charge for parts. They make a good case for DIY... However, if you mess up and break the ignition coils then you will have a much larger charge. If I recall, you have to drop the engine to get to the back plugs.
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07-22-2019, 09:37 PM
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If you buy the plug the local shop does them for 1 hour labor maybe 100 dollars total + whichever plug you go with. Long life, performance...etc
Clubplug has them for 11.69 ...stock number 5787
It is strange but my car came with SXU22HCR11S Denso plugs from the factory. Currently using NGK LKR7AHX-S seeing how NGK Ruthenium HX Spark Plug works out.
Clubplug has them for 11.69 ...stock number 5787
It is strange but my car came with SXU22HCR11S Denso plugs from the factory. Currently using NGK LKR7AHX-S seeing how NGK Ruthenium HX Spark Plug works out.
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07-23-2019, 02:44 PM
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Missed that part 
Definitely don't need to drop the engine. The rear sway bar has to come off and you have to drop the spark plug socket and extension into the spark plug holes before attaching the ratchet to the extension since you don't have as much clearance as in the front. Done it three times on my 4G over the last 200K miles. 30 minute job tops.
Definitely don't need to drop the engine. The rear sway bar has to come off and you have to drop the spark plug socket and extension into the spark plug holes before attaching the ratchet to the extension since you don't have as much clearance as in the front. Done it three times on my 4G over the last 200K miles. 30 minute job tops.
07-23-2019, 10:56 PM
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Missed that part
Definitely don't need to drop the engine. The rear sway bar has to come off and you have to drop the spark plug socket and extension into the spark plug holes before attaching the ratchet to the extension since you don't have as much clearance as in the front. Done it three times on my 4G over the last 200K miles. 30 minute job tops.
Definitely don't need to drop the engine. The rear sway bar has to come off and you have to drop the spark plug socket and extension into the spark plug holes before attaching the ratchet to the extension since you don't have as much clearance as in the front. Done it three times on my 4G over the last 200K miles. 30 minute job tops.
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07-29-2019, 03:12 PM
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Acura TL V6 may be the easiest car ever for changing spark plugs! There are a few threads on this.
The plugs are available for $10-15 each and any competent do it myselfer can do it as explained above.
Most other transverse V6s are more difficult because there is no room at the back between the engine and firewall.
The plugs are available for $10-15 each and any competent do it myselfer can do it as explained above.
Most other transverse V6s are more difficult because there is no room at the back between the engine and firewall.
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08-01-2019, 11:43 PM
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Acura TL V6 may be the easiest car ever for changing spark plugs! There are a few threads on this.
The plugs are available for $10-15 each and any competent do it myselfer can do it as explained above.
Most other transverse V6s are more difficult because there is no room at the back between the engine and firewall.
The plugs are available for $10-15 each and any competent do it myselfer can do it as explained above.
Most other transverse V6s are more difficult because there is no room at the back between the engine and firewall.
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