I have a 5spd manual AWD 2004 Element.
Recently had severe "clunking" and vibration in the left front (driver side). Thought it was the axle assembly, so I ordered the part over the internet (Cardone OEM quality replacement). That helped the vibration, but clunking got worse. Took E to my local dealer here in Falls Church VA (Bill Page Honda) - they said needs the whole tranny replaced at $4700!
I only have 53K on the vehicle so I lodged a case with American Honda (USA corporate) even though I am out of warranty. After a week the dealer called me back with pretty good accommodation from Honda corporate - they will replace with a completely new tranny (not remanufactured) for $1610!
Dealership said that since the tranny will be replaced this is a good time to replace clutch since they will only charge me for clutch parts - they quoted a new clutch (no flywheel) at $800 just for parts. This seems excessive. Thoughts?
I hate getting gouged at the dealership for "genuine Honda parts". When I asked for price of replacement left front axle assembly they quoted $307. Yet, the Cardone OEM quality replacement axle assembly was $75 + s/h. When I search on the internet for a quality clutch kit replacement (excl flywheel) the price is $250 (Daikin brand). Is this parts quote of $800 from the dealership even in the realm of fair?
Thanks for your thoughts + input!
Recently had severe "clunking" and vibration in the left front (driver side). Thought it was the axle assembly, so I ordered the part over the internet (Cardone OEM quality replacement). That helped the vibration, but clunking got worse. Took E to my local dealer here in Falls Church VA (Bill Page Honda) - they said needs the whole tranny replaced at $4700!
I only have 53K on the vehicle so I lodged a case with American Honda (USA corporate) even though I am out of warranty. After a week the dealer called me back with pretty good accommodation from Honda corporate - they will replace with a completely new tranny (not remanufactured) for $1610!
Dealership said that since the tranny will be replaced this is a good time to replace clutch since they will only charge me for clutch parts - they quoted a new clutch (no flywheel) at $800 just for parts. This seems excessive. Thoughts?
I hate getting gouged at the dealership for "genuine Honda parts". When I asked for price of replacement left front axle assembly they quoted $307. Yet, the Cardone OEM quality replacement axle assembly was $75 + s/h. When I search on the internet for a quality clutch kit replacement (excl flywheel) the price is $250 (Daikin brand). Is this parts quote of $800 from the dealership even in the realm of fair?
Thanks for your thoughts + input!