Cost to replace solenoid pack

Tiny
JHALLMON
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  • 2012 RAM 1500
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 112,000 MILES
The transmission shop stated that I may need to replace my transmission solenoid pack in my truck listed above. It has a six speed automatic transmission and the price quote was$1,500.00. I just want to know if this is a fair estimate.

Thanks for your help.
Thursday, September 24th, 2020 AT 9:02 AM

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Tiny
KASEKENNY
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It depends on how much the part is but I see it is around $500.00 and what their door rate it. However, it does seem a little high because I show it is about 1.5-2 hours in labor (just to test and replace). So if they are charging you for flushing the transmission and fluid it may be a little higher but even if they have a door rate of $150.00 per hour it wouldn't be $1,500.00.

I would suggest they give you a breakdown of the estimate just so you can see what they are charging you for. Most shops will do that so if they didn't provide it I would request it.

So if the part is around $500.00 and labor is around $300.00, then extra parts and shop fee are around $200.00 (way over estimated) it would still only come to $1,000.00.

Again, $1,500.00 may be responsible depending on what is included so we really need to get a breakdown and go from there.
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Thursday, September 24th, 2020 AT 2:37 PM
Tiny
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Thanks so much for your input. I really appreciate the help. Do you have to replace the whole pack or can you replace just one bad solenoid?
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Thursday, September 24th, 2020 AT 3:04 PM

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