Auto Repair Guide

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1. Always ask for reference from a friend, relative, co worker when looking for a good shop or mechanic. On the other hand, take time to find a local garage that you feel comfortable with, if you're unable to find one threw reference.

2. Have a list ready for the service writer of issues or services you need performed, or symptoms the vehicle is experiencing so there is no misunderstanding.

3. When in doubt, always get a second opinion. Your intuition is always right.

4. Compare Prices. Call around to compare prices, or use My Car Girl. Com

5. Always ask for a written estimate before the job is started. Ask for a copy.

6. Ask for your old parts before the mechanic starts working on the vehicle. Some parts have a core charge. This charge is only applicable for rebuilt parts only. Alternators and starters, axles, and rack-pinon.

7. Show and tell. Have the Mechanic show you what you need and have him explain why you need to replace it.

8. Ask about the warranty policy.

9. Never say, "Do whatever you think it needs."

10. Go for a test drive before paying. If something is not right with the repair make it clear that you are unpleased and you will leave the car and refuse to pay the bill until the vehicle is repaired write.

11. If you discover something is not fixed right after you've paid and driven home call the garage and explain the situation and get the persons name and document on the receipt from the shop the time and date and name of the person you spoke to. Go back to the garage when possible.

12. Pay with a credit card. Many credit cards offer consumer protection for fraud.

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