Multivan Servicing

[lazza1964]

I have a 2011 multivan T5 diesel and i am trying to establish two things with my servicing.
I all started when I booked in for a 30,000 km service and was quoted $720.
I asked why so much and they told me they need to replace the pollen filter and brake fluid as well.
I said to them that my service book said every 60000 km for pollen filter and first brake fluid change after three years.
They told me thats wrong and its every 30000 for pollen filter and every two years for brake fluid replacement.

Can anyone tell me who is right, or is the service provider trying to stitch me up?

[Transporter]

The dealer should have the latest info on the servicing shedules and I have to say they should be right and your owner's manual was updated since you've bought your van.

Also it's more common for the brake fluid to be replaced every 24 months regardless of the km. Cabin filter is 30,000km/24 months as well.

[lazza1964]

Thanks for the info Transporter!

[Foxpuppet]

i had my 30K done not long ago and it wasnt that much. is this your dealer or another vw workshop?

[IN2VWS]

Sounds expensive to me. I see no reason why a Multivan is more expensive to service than a Transporter.
My 30,000km service on a 2011 Transporter was $579.
See here: http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/foru...ing-66685.html

Which dealer quoted you that price?

[lazza1964]

Yes, this is my dealer Peninsula Volkswagen!

[brasstinman]

We had our 30k service performed by a VW mechanic in Sydney for $350.

[WINDSUP]

Do you have to take the vehicle to the main dealer to maintain the warranty on a new multivan or is there a cheaper option? Does anyone know a good place in Perth or surrounds?

[Transporter]

No you don't have to, as long as your service is done to VW standards with the OEM parts used, you're fine and your warranty can't be voided.
Just make sure you keep the good record of all work done.