15,000 service
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15,000 service
I am approaching 15k. The oil and filter was changed by Audi at 5k. I changed the oil an filter myself at 13k. I rotate my own tires. car is running perfect as far as I can tell. Why should I bring it in to Audi for a 15k service? are they actually going to do anything of value for the fee charged? I am sure some filters should be changed but I am hopeful that someone on this forum can tell me which ones I need and i will DIY. I also have a gifted and trusted local mechanic I can bring the car to as another option. are there any issues I am missing. I dont want to be a bone head i.e. have a warantee issue because I cant document that a 15k service was done. Also dont know if there are any flashes etc that only Audi can do. Would appreciate any thoughts.
BTW - I own the car.
Thanks.
BTW - I own the car.
Thanks.
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I heard there is an updated firmware reflash (probably depends on your drivetrain configuration though), and some folks have had their headrests modified per a non-safety related campaign. I take it you didn't purchase the Audi Care, which is why you're trying to avoid the service. I think the owner's manual describes what is performed @ the 15k mark, if it's more than just oil and filter (maybe cabin filter?) change.
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found this on the audi website while researching for my A3
this is for 2011
http://microsites.audiusa.com/ngw/11...rt_2011_J2.pdf
http://www.audiusa.com/us/brand/en/o...container=page
this helps you find whatever year model you have
this is for 2011
http://microsites.audiusa.com/ngw/11...rt_2011_J2.pdf
http://www.audiusa.com/us/brand/en/o...container=page
this helps you find whatever year model you have
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Yes, it has been beaten to death. However, you ask if it's worth it for 36K miles. Since Audi Care covers the 4 service intervals (15K, 25K, 35K and 45K), unless you keep it to 45K miles, it might not pay. That said, any unused portion is transferable to a new owner if you sell the car which could make it either more valuable or easier to sell. General consensus is Audi Care is a good value and will save you money if you intend to have the dealer service the car.
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Yes, it has been beaten to death. However, you ask if it's worth it for 36K miles. Since Audi Care covers the 4 service intervals (15K, 25K, 35K and 45K), unless you keep it to 45K miles, it might not pay. That said, any unused portion is transferable to a new owner if you sell the car which could make it either more valuable or easier to sell. General consensus is Audi Care is a good value and will save you money if you intend to have the dealer service the car.
I don't drive more than 10k miles a year and i like to change cars a lot so leasing is for me.
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I think Audi Care is good for people who move frequently because it can be used at any dealer. It protects you from inflation should service or oil prices suddenly jump. If you think you can get it "thrown in" when you buy a new car, you are still paying for it in a higher price for the car. It does not make sense to pay interest on service in the future.
My local dealer in Los Angeles is competitive with other dealers, and the price of the four services is actually less than Audi Care. During the warranty period I had a single out of pocket expense for a cracked fog light.
Where Audi dealers are few and far between Audi Care might make sense because those dealers do not compete and have inflated service prices like the NY Metro dealers that like to jack up you trousers and rotate your wallet.
If you are leasing, I understand why you might want to save a little money on service because you are paying over $ 5,000.00 more to drive the car than if you had bought the car and sold it. Leasing is fleecing.
My local dealer in Los Angeles is competitive with other dealers, and the price of the four services is actually less than Audi Care. During the warranty period I had a single out of pocket expense for a cracked fog light.
Where Audi dealers are few and far between Audi Care might make sense because those dealers do not compete and have inflated service prices like the NY Metro dealers that like to jack up you trousers and rotate your wallet.
If you are leasing, I understand why you might want to save a little money on service because you are paying over $ 5,000.00 more to drive the car than if you had bought the car and sold it. Leasing is fleecing.
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I think Audi Care is good for people who move frequently because it can be used at any dealer. It protects you from inflation should service or oil prices suddenly jump. If you think you can get it "thrown in" when you buy a new car, you are still paying for it in a higher price for the car. It does not make sense to pay interest on service in the future.
My local dealer in Los Angeles is competitive with other dealers, and the price of the four services is actually less than Audi Care. During the warranty period I had a single out of pocket expense for a cracked fog light.
My local dealer in Los Angeles is competitive with other dealers, and the price of the four services is actually less than Audi Care. During the warranty period I had a single out of pocket expense for a cracked fog light.
I agree with the "thrown in" being a mirage. Audi Care cost to the dealer is very close to retail - if thrown in, it's all part of the discount you should have received without it. Ain't no free rides.