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Lauren of Light ☀️ 2y ago

Do I know any mechanics on here? Trying not to get scammed or taken advantage of…

Long story short:

Dropped my vehicle off at a mechanic two days ago to replace the LED brake light. They ordered a new one and the part in front of the light had a crack so that had to be replaced too. ($750 in total)

Apparently when they tried to plug in the new light it didn’t work and then charged another $150 to do a diagnostic.

After the diagnostic the mechanic thinks water got in somehow and now I need a body control module and then need to have it reprogrammed (another including a used BCM $1,000)

So…. My question is… is there a way I can buy the body control module and do it myself? And if so how do I reprogram it?

Is $1,000 a lot for this? Feels like a lot. In over my head with this one.

Advice greatly appreciated. 🙏🏼

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SMS 2y ago

Say no to cheap and dirty knockoffs

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Beiner 2y ago

All this for a light bulb. Bro ima go blow that place up.. nahhhhh yooooo

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Jac 2y ago

So likely the LED light pack was functional. Doing the diagnostic before throwing parts at the problem like a shade tree mechanic would is why you are paying for a certified mechanic. Aside from the cracked lens, my opinion is the diagnostic and LED light pack is at their expense. Be sure to keep the replaced LED and BCM, have them second party tested. If they are functional, offer them the opportunity to make the cost right before you sue them. How much labor did they charge for the tail light and lens replacements?

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Lauren of Light ☀️ 2y ago

He ordered a used light assembly for $300.. the rest so far is labor

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Beiner 2y ago

That guy is Robin, you because you have a Range Rover. And you're probably pretty and you look Like You got money like. I said you would've bought that for $300. And I wouldn't install it for 25 bucks.

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The Beave 2y ago

Unless you have access to the OEM system used to program things, no, you can't do that yourself. This is complete and utter douche moves in order to force you back to the dealership or repair shop. It sucks. You can't take do much about it except support Right To Repair laws.