Brought my 2001 Jetta GL TDI with under 15,000 miles to the dealer for my last free maintenance. Had them look at brakes and was told my pads are worn out and the rotors are too worn / rusty to reuse but they could replace all 4 for $700 which was not covered under my warranty as they are a "wear" item. Told them no way and left. I drive easy and coast to a stop and do not ride the brakes at all. In my other cars my brakes last quite a while. While I live in 140 inches of snow this winter Syracuse, NY, I haven't driven the TDI this winter to expose it to the slush.
I realize the stealership was attempting to molest me, but isn't 15,000 miles just a bit premature for a complete brake replacement ? Is complaining how to VW corporate worth the trouble ?
I guess then my affordable option is to replace the brakes myself - how hard are these to do for a first timer ?
What better quality aftermarket parts from where as well as brake tools do you recommend ? I briefly checked on line at Adirondack parts and 4 rotors & pads was about $300 - reasonable ?- seems expensive compared to the GM brakes.
Anyhow, I would appreciate any assistance guys!
I realize the stealership was attempting to molest me, but isn't 15,000 miles just a bit premature for a complete brake replacement ? Is complaining how to VW corporate worth the trouble ?
I guess then my affordable option is to replace the brakes myself - how hard are these to do for a first timer ?
What better quality aftermarket parts from where as well as brake tools do you recommend ? I briefly checked on line at Adirondack parts and 4 rotors & pads was about $300 - reasonable ?- seems expensive compared to the GM brakes.
Anyhow, I would appreciate any assistance guys!