[B9M0W]

I got a service engine light on couple of days ago and on saturday i used a scanner to read the code. It was p128 i belive, thermostat replacement. Ifinally took it to the dealee ship today to see what the damage was gonna be if they did the job. Well it turns out the damage is gonna be over $600+. This is such a ripp off because the part itselft is 100$ and the rest is well....bs!! So my question is, has anybody done a replacement or gone to a shop in northern nj that would do this alot less!? Also since im replacing the thermostat is there a need to bleed the watee pump? Btw i have no issues with my ac or heat on they work perfectly fine. Also there is a diy with this topic but some of the stuff doesnt make sence because im not replacing the water pump. Any help or advice is greatly appreciated

[335xiRT1]

Thermostat might be on its way out. It's a pain to do.

[madeinhongkong]

How many miles do you have? Mine went at 50k and water pump at 60k

[itsbrokeagain]

I can assure you its nowhere near $600 just for labor! That is absurd. But I would suggest replacing the waterpump at the same time, when the t-stat comes out its only another 20-30min worth of work to pull the waterpump....replacing both at the same time not only saves you on the labor, but will give you piece of mind that you wont leave the shop and a week later be left stranded on the side of the road.

If you want, give us a call tomorrow, we could probably get you in to take a look at it. 201-666-3500 , just ask for me

[B9M0W]

Originally Posted by Boost2Perfection

How many miles do you have? Mine went at 50k and water pump at 60k

right now i have 54k miles. i'm just pissed that i have 60month warranty and it doesn't cover the part.

[B9M0W]

Originally Posted by Matt@AutoCouture

I can assure you its nowhere near $600 just for labor! That is absurd. But I would suggest replacing the waterpump at the same time, when the t-stat comes out its only another 20-30min worth of work to pull the waterpump....replacing both at the same time not only saves you on the labor, but will give you piece of mind that you wont leave the shop and a week later be left stranded on the side of the road.

If you want, give us a call tomorrow, we could probably get you in to take a look at it. 201-666-3500 , just ask for me

i know its too expensive for some bs. but i could get the part for 95$ and do it my self. or my friend can hook me up with his friend shop and he'll charge me as little as $215.00 for everything. i'd like to come to your shop but you seem a little far from me. like an hr drive. but thanks for your advice

[itsbrokeagain]

Originally Posted by B9M0W

i know its too expensive for some bs. but i could get the part for 95$ and do it my self. or my friend can hook me up with his friend shop and he'll charge me as little as $215.00 for everything. i'd like to come to your shop but you seem a little far from me. like an hr drive. but thanks for your advice

hr drive is not really that bad...I have guys that come from south jersey and MD

The other thing too is that we use all OEM parts...no aftermarket stuff...BMW warranties parts for 2 years.

[Gugs]

Originally Posted by Matt@AutoCouture

hr drive is not really that bad...I have guys that come from south jersey and MD

The other thing too is that we use all OEM parts...no aftermarket stuff...BMW warranties parts for 2 years.

He doesn't wanna pay high prices or drive far as stated above -.-

This is a DIY for any newb.
Check the proper forum section and buy the parts from ecs. They have been cheaper than anyone lately.

As far as shops... Any shop can do this. There is nothing special about it. Buy the part and have it installed anywhere really.

[BKV122]

I replaced my water pump and t stat a month ago. Got it done at the mechanic my family has been using for as long as i can remember. I bought the parts planning on doin it my self but ending up getting it done and mechanic charge me only labor, ~$250-300 i think

[f30er]

Tischer had the water pump and thermostat together for $475 a few weeks back....

[B9M0W]

Originally Posted by Gugs

He doesn't wanna pay high prices or drive far as stated above -.-

This is a DIY for any newb.
Check the proper forum section and buy the parts from ecs. They have been cheaper than anyone lately.

As far as shops... Any shop can do this. There is nothing special about it. Buy the part and have it installed anywhere really.

i already order the part (oem) from turnermotorsport. Got it for a good price and one of my friends friend said he'll do it for $150

[getBMWparts]

Originally Posted by e92er

Tischer had the water pump and thermostat together for $475 a few weeks back....

We still do - it's on special on this page of our site. Free Shipping w/in the US, too!

[cn555ic]

Damn that's a great price!

[Reketjr]

Originally Posted by Jason@Tischer

We still do - it's on special on this page of our site. Free Shipping w/in the US, too!

Comes out to $585 for E92's. I believe you can get them for a bit cheaper at the dealer.

[Cocote43]

I replaced the pump and T-stat on my 335i about a month and half ago. Don't have warranty on the car, dealer charged me $1,700 as a total...(That included check up, $120+NJ tax, t-stat...pump) Pump was like 540, t-stat was 125. Ended up doing it on my own. It's a bit of a PIA but its not bad. Doable...with some time on hands. Let me know if anything.

[Veeemdoubleu]

I just did mine, BMW OEM water pump 475 from BMW and Thermostat from local import shop for 90 bucks. I know a great shop in AC labor was 300 bucks.pm me if u want more info.

[Cocote43]

Originally Posted by Veeemdoubleu

I just did mine, BMW OEM water pump 475 from BMW and Thermostat from local import shop for 90 bucks. I know a great shop in AC labor was 300 bucks.pm me if u want more info.

hey man, what spot in AC does BMW service ? are they also able to order parts for cheaper than BMW ? or you provide your own parts ?