I've been quoted $480 for the 40K service, but DBC can supply me with all I need for a DIY job for $130. I've done work on cars more complicated than anything the draining or replacements specified for this service. With about 8K miles of basic warranty remaining, and the car throwing a code for "EGR Very Small Leak," for which a service visit is scheduled, I'm concerned that DIY will give VW justification to deny a warranty service claim. All the other regularly scheduled service, with the exception of routine oil changes, which I do, have been performed at the dealership.
Will dealerships honor a request for an inspection-only 40K service, and sign-off on DIY for all the fluids, filters, and plugs, if I can document the use of OEM replacements? Heck, I put better oil in my Rabbit than the local dealer uses (Castrol Syntec 5W-40 to their 5W-30). I thought I'd ask this of the membership before I call a few dealers. I'd rather not hear the guy ROTFLHAO, followed by "No."
Will dealerships honor a request for an inspection-only 40K service, and sign-off on DIY for all the fluids, filters, and plugs, if I can document the use of OEM replacements? Heck, I put better oil in my Rabbit than the local dealer uses (Castrol Syntec 5W-40 to their 5W-30). I thought I'd ask this of the membership before I call a few dealers. I'd rather not hear the guy ROTFLHAO, followed by "No."