joeq10

Just got quoted about $650 for a 100,000 mile tune-up from the local Tires "". I asked for premium parts and was told the spark plugs they use are (triple platnum plugs instead of double [$26 each]). They said the air filter does not need to be premium ($50 kind) but rather they use a $25 one that they say will provide the same quality.
They said overall my car looks clean and runs great so I may not notice much of a difference after the tune-up.
I'm new to driving an Audi, but was a bit surprised with the cost. Can anyone tell me if they are in the ballpark?
Thanks. Joe

quickaudi:STFA

$700 to change $100 in parts? Do it yourself.

joeq10

but it still sounded steep to me.
thanks.

S4_Cinci (I S'edTFA)

as many of the other brand "premium" plugs are only premium in regards to price. DIY using NGK Iridium IX plugs and get a Mann air filter from one of the web vendors. You are getting hosed just because you are driving an Audi, IMO.

quickaudi:STFA

do it. I usually take my time and it takes 3-4 hours. That's including lunch, taking a drive in my other car the long way to town, picking up the spark plugs, and driving back.

joeq10

I'm always willing to get my hands dirty and learn something new, just don't want to screw up the whoel car in the process!

quickaudi:STFA

The ECU will adapt just fine, though if you want it to adapt immediately, unplug the ECU for a minute or so.

Oh, and keep track of EVERYTHING that you unplug so you can plug it back in.

01 2.7t

if you know something about working on cars the entire project will take 3hrs

AudiThree

What is involved in the 90,000 mile service?

quickaudi:STFA

it'll be cheaper and probably better quality anyway

STFA for what a 90000 mile service entails - there's a .pdf somewhere