Hi guys, I am getting my fuel pressure sensor gasket replaced here in Toronto since there is a recall on my 07 IS250. According to the service manual, the spark plugs were suppose to be replaced at 94k. My car now has 102k. I was thinking since they are replacing the gasket, I should ask them to replace my spark plugs aswell. Assuming I would get a discount since most of the labour would be done during replacing the gasket. Earlier they quoted me 600 for spark plug replacement but after asking them for some discount since they are doing the recall service, the guy said there would be no discount since they are in different areas :S. However, he later called me saying I can get a "special" package for 475 which includes fuel performance enhancement special and spark plug replacement. I know the fuel performance crap is bogus but should I continue to ask for a discount on just spark plug replacement or take the 475 package and get my spark plugs change?

p.s. there is no issue with the spark plugs. The car runs smooth with no issue. I am just trying my best to maintain the car and follow the service manual.

 

$600 for spark plugs? That is unbelievable. Even at $425. Just saying.

 

Welcome to CL.

That does sound a little steep for a plug-change on a north/south (longitudinally)-mounted V6, like the one in the IS250. Usually, the most labor (and the most difficult conditions for the technician) arise with east-west (transversely-mounted) V6 and V8s, because the rear-bank of plugs can be very difficult to reach....sometimes even requiring the engine to be partially-lifted. But, in some cases, even north/south powerplants can also have plugs that are difficult to reach. And Lexus has a way of hiding a lot of underhood components under big covers...something I've often complained about in my Lexus reviews.

 

Thanks for your help guys! decided I'm gonna do it my self when summer comes