![]() I have changed my approach with customers now, if they start quoting internet hearsay to me, I usually kindly ask them to go elsewhere for repairs. ![]() Most people these days have an automatic. if we had more people like Deansbimmer on the forums, then this wouldn't be a problem. For a manual transmission, most manufacturers say you need to change the fluid every 30,000 60,000 miles. Thank you for breaking this down for everybody.Ĭoming from shop side of this, consumers are too quick to throw forum "knowledge" at shop owners to argue a better price. You can skimp on the job to save a few bucks by using aftermarket DCTF1 and skipping new O-rings, but it won't ever be a cheap job- even if you try to do it yourself. A proper flush will necessitate new filters as well. The job is tricky because you can only level check the fluid while at a certain temperature and engine running at 2krpm which necessitates special care and attention during the process. You're at almost $500 for a basic quality independent job, at dealer price for labor and all components you could ultimately see $800. Approximately 2 hours shop labor $100/hr = $200. Access to BMW ISTA (or similar) software to activate transmission service module The parts to do the job can cost you on average around 50-100 but can vary greatly depending on how many quarts of fluid and the type of fluid. OPTIONAL new pan and gasket (if current pan is leaking) $275. New Mahle aftermarket DCT suction and cartridge filters w/new O-rings = $100. ![]() OEM DCTF1 fluid alone costs $27 per qt (Dealer price is $35 per qt) You'll use 5-6 or 10+ depending on how aggressive you want the flush. Your location and vehicle may affect the price of Transmission Fluid Change. ![]() Labor costs are estimated between 100 and 126 while parts are priced between 105 and 105. It shouldn't cost $800 at an indy, but lets break down what it costs to properly service a DCT: The average cost for a Volkswagen Jetta Transmission Fluid Change is between 205 and 231. I don't know what they did for $40 but you didn't get a DCT flush for that. ![]()
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