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Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by XGhost: 8:09am On Jan 26, 2020
Hola
A Vw jetta popped these codes
P2185
P0030
Messages on the LCD
Airbag fault
Oil sensor garage!
Check brake pad
Immobilizer active
Service now
Front right main beam not working
Front right fog light not working

Lights on the dash too (attached)


Can you adequately solve them and what's the esrimate?
Thanks

Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 1:20pm On Jan 26, 2020
XGhost:
Hola
A Vw jetta popped these codes
P2185
P0030
Messages on the LCD
Airbag fault
Oil sensor garage!
Check brake pad
Immobilizer active
Service now
Front right main beam not working
Front right fog light not working

Lights on the dash too (attached)


Can you adequately solve them and what's the esrimate?
Thanks

Yes we can solve them but I can't give you a remote estimate because just because a code is triggered doesn't mean the part is bad. Still need to run tests.
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by FreshBoss007: 11:14pm On Mar 17, 2020
Good day ma'am

What's the cost for full catalyst of a Toyota corolla 2006
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 8:27am On Mar 18, 2020
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by FreshBoss007: 10:46pm On Mar 18, 2020
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 12:40am On Mar 19, 2020
FreshBoss007:


This one

Ouch. That's the expensive one N217,397 with 2 year warranty..

You can get off brand without warranty for about 141k though
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by omoighoruemu: 5:28pm On Apr 23, 2020
radautoworks:
While we are at it, stop leaks also exist for other systems and we have used them to save radiators, power steering pumps and even head gaskets and transmissions! If its an option, we offer it. If we don't offer it, it's not an option in your case.

To date, I don't think we've replaced any radiators at the shop.. if we have, only one or two. A NLer can attest to that as we've used radiator stop leak to fix their radiator in the past. We always try to find the cheapest way to fix your car permanently.

If I recall correctly I think we also used some on this car https://www.nairaland.com/4803326/misdiagnosed-weird-milex-carquest-rad/1#75273957

Bars Cooling System Stop Leak - 2X Concentrate - Dosage: One bottle treats systems up to 3 gallons N1,960! http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=BAR&partNumber=1194

Bars Liquid Aluminum Cooling System Stop Leak with Xtreme Cool - next generation liquid aluminum N5,238
http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=BAR&partNumber=1194

Carquest Metallic Seal-Up - Permanent cooling system sealer - Seals systems up to 12 gallons, 22 oz bottle N4,055 http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=CCM&partNumber=1116

where is your location. I need stem valve seal that works
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 8:23pm On Apr 23, 2020
omoighoruemu:


where is your location. I need stem valve seal that works

Eleganza right after second toll gate, lekki phase 2.

We are closed until the epidemic is over though
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 1:50am On May 31, 2020
With the increase in ordering used cars overseas, someone might find this information useful

https://news.yahoo.com/cars-most-likely-engine-rebuild-100013746.html

The common concern with cars as they age is dependability—not only that they may not get you to work one day but also that a catastrophic failure could cost thousands of dollars. Major problems are rare in general, but they do happen.

To understand how often such problems occurred, we analyzed data on older models from our Annual Autos Surveys to see which have the highest problem rates for major systems that often require expensive repairs.

Three problems areas stood out: engine, head gasket, and transmission. With some models, these problems occur with surprising frequency at a certain age and mileage.

Engine problems are among the greatest mechanical nightmares for their inconvenience, expense, and time to repair. We found that there are more than a dozen older models with problems serious enough to require engine rebuilds.

“Engine failure can be caused by many things,” says John Ibbotson, Consumer Reports’ chief mechanic. “Some engine rebuilds are needed due to low compression from worn piston rings, resulting in lack of power, misfiring, or excessive oil consumption, while others suffer from crankshaft or connecting rod bearing failure, signaled by a knocking sound.” Due to the difficulty and time required to rebuild an engine, often shops will replace the original engine with one that has been remanufactured.

An Audi A4 owner reported, “We have put over $12,000 into this car. Something breaks, we fix it. Something else breaks, we have to fix it. We are retirement age and cannot buy a new car.”

It can be a challenge finding the right shop to take on a major repair, which requires talent, time, and parts. A Mini Cooper owner wrote, “Cylinder number three failed while on the highway, at cruising speed. Not only is a replacement motor very expensive, but no local shop wants to do the job, because of the complexity.”

To help warn both current owners and used-car shoppers, we compiled a list of 10 models that stood out as having the most severe problems, as determined by frequency and cost.

They are presented below in rank order, starting with the one with the highest problem rate. We include the model year with the greatest problems (and when applicable, a range of years affected by this problem), the typical mileage range when the problem occurs, and where possible, we recommend similar alternative vehicles without this concern. If no alternatives are presented, that means similar cars had the same issue or another significant problem.

The journey to 200,000 miles can be a bumpy one, but it doesn't have to be if you start with a good, reliable car and properly maintain it, per the directions in the owner’s manual. Consumer Reports always recommends shoppers consult the reliability ratings, based on our large-scale member surveys, to predict the models that have better odds of being trouble-free. This detailed data can be found on our car model pages.

2010 Audi A4 2.0T
Model years affected: 2009-2010
Typical mileage: 107,000-153,000
Alternatives without this problem: 2008-2010 Lexus ES, 2008-2010 Infiniti G, 2009-2010 Acura TL

2008 Ford F-350 6.4L diesel
Typical mileage: 65,000-119,000
Alternatives: None

2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Typical mileage: 102,500-133,000
Alternatives without this problem: 2003-2004 Toyota Matrix

2008 Mini Cooper/Clubman
Model years affected: 2008-2009
Typical mileage: 122,000-129,500
Alternatives without this problem: 2008 Mazda3

2010 Chevrolet Equinox/GMC Terrain
Typical mileage: 84,500-108,500
Alternatives without this problem: 2008-2010 Honda CR-V, 2008-2010 Toyota RAV4

2006 Jeep Wrangler 2.4L
Typical mileage: Approximately 150,000
Alternatives without this problem: 2004-2008 Toyota 4Runner

2010 Cadillac SRX
Typical mileage: Approximately 130,000
Alternatives without this problem: 2008-2010 Lexus RX, 2010 Acura MDX

2003 Acura MDX
Typical mileage: Approximately 190,000
Alternatives without this problem: 2003-2005 Lexus RX

2006 Buick Lucerne
Typical mileage: 116,000-143,000
Alternatives without this problem: 2006 Lexus GS, 2004-2008 Toyota Avalon

2010 GMC Acadia
Typical mileage: 106,000-129,000
Alternatives without this problem: 2008-2010 Toyota Highlander

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Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by Doppleganger: 11:11pm On May 31, 2020
Hi Aunty Rad, please do you know any benz specialist in Benin?
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 12:02am On Jun 01, 2020
Doppleganger:
Hi Aunty Rad, please do you know any benz specialist in Benin?

Unfortunately no... But the old heads here should be able to recommend I think
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 12:36pm On Aug 08, 2020
plantist:


Does this cost include cost of replacement?

amdman:
2006 BMW X3

Battery and brakes due for replacement

143k miles

N1.6m

Front brakes http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=WVR&partNumber=GMKD946 $55.08 2 year warranty (exchange rate of the day on abokifx)

Front brake sensors http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=BWS&partNumber=084-1542 $38.17 6 month warranty (exchange rate of the day on abokifx)


Rear brakes http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=WVR&partNumber=GMKD548 $48.44 2 year warranty (exchange rate of the day on abokifx)


Rear brake sensors http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=BWS&partNumber=084-1589 $37.94 6 month warranty (exchange rate of the day on abokifx)

Labor 2.2 hours (N10,100)
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by DisGuy: 4:17pm On Aug 09, 2020
radautoworks:


Eleganza right after second toll gate, lekki phase 2.

We are closed until the epidemic is over though

As in..when the lockdown is fully relaxed, when the rate of infection is very low, when there's a vaccine or when the pandemic is actually over?
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 6:21pm On Aug 09, 2020
DisGuy:


As in..when the lockdown is fully relaxed, when the rate of infection is very low, when there's a vaccine or when the pandemic is actually over?

We are open by appointment only currently grin

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Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by ikoroduarea: 3:37pm On Aug 10, 2020
DisGuy:


As in..when the lockdown is fully relaxed, when the rate of infection is very low, when there's a vaccine or when the pandemic is actually over?

Hello moderator, I sent you a message through your nairaland contact profile. It's important please. Thanks.
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by DisGuy: 8:00pm On Aug 10, 2020
ikoroduarea:


Hello moderator, I sent you a message through your nairaland contact profile. It's important please. Thanks.

Hi, unfortunately I don't have access to that mailbox anymore. Is there something I can help you with or you want to direct me to a particular post or thread by posting a link?
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 8:16pm On Aug 27, 2020
September BACK ON THE ROAD SPECIAL

Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 3:32pm On Sep 19, 2020
NEW STOCK

Been getting a lot of questions about fuel treatments and octane boosters lately. We have MANY in stock. This is some of the lastest addition of fluid treatments, boosters and sealants


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7Pr9Hs4GoA

Last pictures, I thought you might like to see inside the Florida distribution center. Each Carquest/Advance distribution center carries $20-40 MILLION in parts at any given time.

Yes, that is the famous Glen with the dreadlocks.

Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 7:18pm On Oct 04, 2020
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Thanks to HeavenlyBang for reminding us people need stress-free maintenance solutions.

Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 7:33pm On Oct 04, 2020
Some NL newbies may not be familiar with who we are and what we do. We are an American auto repair franchise and repair ALL car brands with warranties and sell authentic parts with warranties as the first African location of America's largest part chain (Carquest/Advance Auto Parts). Here's a taste. And NO, we are not as expensive as you think we are cool

Instagram @RADAUTOWORKS
Youtube @Rad Auto Works presents Mr. Transmission-Milex
website www.radautoworks.com or www.mrtransmissionmilexnigeria.com


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PNNqshboyY


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50iK3pcKvh4

See posts above this one for current specials.
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 11:19am On Oct 12, 2020
WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE. WE WILL BE AVAILABLE BY EMAIL @ SUPPORT@RADAUTOWORKS.COM FOR QUESTIONS AND UPDATES IF WE HAVE YOUR VEHICLE.

Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 1:53pm On Oct 19, 2020
Apologies to all but the environment has led us here.

Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 9:54pm On Nov 10, 2020
New shipment of drive belts just arrived. When serpentine belts break they can also flap around and cause A LOT of damage to the engine.

Stop buying poor quality belts when good ones with warranties are available for N5,000 up.

Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by weyreypey: 10:14pm On Nov 10, 2020
radautoworks:
New shipment of drive belts just arrived. When serpentine belts break they can also flap around and cause A LOT of damage to the engine.

Stop buying poor quality belts when good ones with warranties are available for N5,000 up.

When people were fighting for their lives... protesting against SARS... You kept mute.

When youths were being massacred at the Lekki toll plaza...next door to your shop... You kept mute.

Now you are advertising for the remnants. We will buy the poor quality belts from patriotic citizens who have a stake in Nigeria...sweated and bled for Nigeria. EndRadautoworks!!!
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 11:01pm On Nov 10, 2020
weyreypey:


When people were fighting for their lives... protesting against SARS... You kept mute.

When youths were being massacred at the Lekki toll plaza...next door to your shop... You kept mute.

Now you are advertising for the remnants. We will buy the poor quality belts from patriotic citizens who have a stake in Nigeria...sweated and bled for Nigeria. EndRadautoworks!!!

Okay.

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Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by weyreypey: 11:13pm On Nov 10, 2020
radautoworks:


Okay.

What's on my mind ehnnn I can only tell Dele... If I post am...one man go dey find me with lugger upandan..but you did not give support...water, food... and you were not in the country
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by Elsueno: 1:48pm On Nov 11, 2020
The poster above me should calm down, did you went for protest so that you could get food and bottle water.
Let them do thier business jare. That una protests ended up destroying lots of lives, even my bros had to buy new windscreens and windows for him car because it was totally smashed

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Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 3:01pm On Nov 13, 2020
Congratulations to the first winner of our diagnostic scanner christmas giveaway. With one of these he knows what is wrong BEFORE he takes it to a mechanic. That's an important step in knowing how much a repair should cost. Especially if you don't tell the mechanic you already scanned the car grin cool

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4w6XXJAXt9E

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Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 7:13pm On Nov 23, 2020

Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by Lush100(m): 7:56pm On Nov 23, 2020
I can imagine radautoworks and blackbishop smiling with a grin knowing that market share is(will be ) tilting towards their direction without working for it. cheesy

I haven't said anything wrong have I?
Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks: 7:57pm On Nov 23, 2020

Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by Blackbishop(m): 8:03pm On Nov 23, 2020
Lush100:
I can imagine radautoworks and blackbishop smiling with a grin knowing that market share is(will be ) tilting towards their direction without working for it. cheesy

I haven't said anything wrong have I?


Bro I want to believe this is a Joke

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