What do you need to know about a car mechanic?
I’ve worked in some of the largest dealerships in the country, and one or two of the smallest. In all of my years in the field, I’ve always prided myself on several things: professionalism, customer service, accurate diagnosis, and compassion towards my customers’ financial situation, to name a few.
How can I tell if my car mechanic is guessing?
One key to help you determine that your mechanic is guessing, if you receive an estimate for every part of the system that’s been effected, you need to seek a second opinion. Most independent repair shops, and a fair number of dealerships as well, make a big deal about the certifications of their mechanics.
What to do if mechanic won’t show you labor hours?
Ask for a breakdown of the labor hours you’re being charged for, then ask to see the labor hours in the guide. If they don’t want to show you, or start making excuses to explain a discrepancy, or if the hours don’t match, it’s time to take your business elsewhere.
Do you have to go to the mechanic every time your car has a check engine light?
There is a little known fact that the entire automotive repair industry doesn’t want you to know: you don’t need to have costly repairs done every time the check engine light comes on. There are a decent number of these DTCs that don’t require any repairs.
How can I tell if my mechanic is telling the truth?
With his engineering background, Glenn Stok is skilled at solving technological problems, which has helped him save money on car repairs. If your “check engine light” is on and your mechanic says you need some expensive repair, there is an easy way for you to check if he is telling the truth.
I’ve worked in some of the largest dealerships in the country, and one or two of the smallest. In all of my years in the field, I’ve always prided myself on several things: professionalism, customer service, accurate diagnosis, and compassion towards my customers’ financial situation, to name a few.
There is a little known fact that the entire automotive repair industry doesn’t want you to know: you don’t need to have costly repairs done every time the check engine light comes on. There are a decent number of these DTCs that don’t require any repairs.
One key to help you determine that your mechanic is guessing, if you receive an estimate for every part of the system that’s been effected, you need to seek a second opinion. Most independent repair shops, and a fair number of dealerships as well, make a big deal about the certifications of their mechanics.