Nearly half of those who already
do their own car repairs say that they are doing the job well. But there are car
repair mistakes that even the most seasoned do-it-yourselfers can make. Whether
you like to go under the hood or take your vehicle to the shop, you can avoid
some expensive car repair mistakes by following these simple tips.
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Maintenance and minor
repairs. Ignoring simple preventive
maintenance, like changing the engine oil and filter, could damage your engine
and replacing that engine could cost more than the ones they spend for
maintenance. Failing to make minor car repairs today, such as replacing a
thermostat or front brake pads, could mean more expensive car repairs tomorrow.
These are just some simple tasks that car owners can do to avoid further
damages.
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Paying attention to overheating. Misinformed owners might reason that if the coolant reserve is at a
good level, there is no cause of alarm. Not so, because if that is the case and
overheating occurs, there are deeper problems to diagnose. However, in this
simple task, owners get to become a step closer to avoiding expensive car
repairs.
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Always ask for your old
parts. If you have a mechanic replace something
on your car, make sure to ask for your old part back. Additionally, ask that
the old part be placed in the box for the new part. This confirms the old part
was removed and the new installed. Unfortunately, there are some unethical
people who may try to charge you for work not done correctly, and it could end
up costing you double if you have to pay for the repair all over again.
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Address primary concerns. Not addressing primary concerns first is a big no-no in care repair.
Technicians often spend an inordinate amount of time looking for easy sells
that will fatten their paychecks. There’s nothing wrong with this provided
there’s no charge for the inspection, it doesn’t conflict with your time, and
the upsell suggestions are valid.
When it comes to car repairs, get
a second opinion. If you are quoted a price that seems high, shop around.
Comparing shops and prices also help you avoid being charged for unnecessary car
repairs.
Atlantic Automotive Inc.
824 E. Fletcher Ave Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 936-1510
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