I picked up my car from some scheduled maintenance yesterday and I had some sticker shock.
The maintenance minder told me to get A 1,2,4
- oil change
- rotate tires
- replace air cleaner element
- replace dust and pollen filter
- inspect drive belt
- replace spark plugs
- check valve clearance
I live in a densely populated metropolitan area.
What would a ball park price, a fair one, for all of that work and the parts?
Thanks
How much did you pay?
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Its understandable to feel some sticker shock after a comprehensive maintenance service. For a 2010 Honda Civic, the services you listed fall under routine maintenance, but the costs can vary based on location and the specific service center. Heres a rough estimate for each service:
Oil change: $30-$70 Tire rotation: $20-$50 Replace air cleaner element: $20-$40 Replace dust and pollen filter: $40-$80 Inspect drive belt: $20-$50 (inspection only, replacement would be more) Replace spark plugs: $100-$200 Check valve clearance: $150-$300
In a densely populated metropolitan area, labor rates tend to be higher, so the total cost could range from $380 to $790. If your bill was significantly higher than this range, it might be worth discussing the charges with your service provider to understand the breakdown.
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