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(118 votes) Published: Jan 17, 2006 9:22 p.m. Viewed 391 times
ok THIS IS C/P FROM EHOW.COM! i c/p this cuz it is something every buddy should know ok here it is,
If you can’t tell the difference between a catalytic converter and a carburetor, you can still communicate correctly and effectively with a mechanic. The end result will be inexpensive, quality auto care.
Steps:
1. Describe your car trouble as thoroughly and accurately as possible.
2. Ask questions until you’re sure you know what’s being done to your car. You have the right to ask for information.
3. Make an appointment whenever possible. Make sure the service manager knows what the trouble is so he or she can assign the right person to the job.
4. Avoid misunderstandings by obtaining a written estimate. Many estimates contain language that allows the grand total to exceed the original figures by a certain percentage.
5. Test drive your car and take it back if it isn’t running right. Schedule another appointment if the problem comes back or if new problems pop up.
Tips:
Read your work order and watch for nebulous statements such as "correct engine trouble" or "repair transmission." You could end up with a new engine or transmission.
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Avoid vague statements yourself unless all repairs are covered under warranty. If you say "just fix it," they could fix things that don’t need to be fixed.
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Give symptoms not answers Tell the mechanic what the car is doing wrong, not what you think the problem is. "It makes noise when I step on the brake" not "I think I need new brake pads." or "I have a fluid leak and my car overheats." not "I need a water pump."
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Be polite It’s not the mechanic’s fault that you are having car trouble. Getting upset and unreasonable just makes things difficult. Also, the person who is having trouble with the car should be the one who takes it to the mechanic.
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Tell them as much as you can Anything you can tell the folks at the shop is helpful. Most cars have a variety of different minor problems only a mechanic would notice. If he doesn’t know what you’re concerned with, he’ll probably fix the wrong thing. Make sure you tell them what you were doing when the problem started, any sounds the car made, the temperature on that day and time, whether you just started the car or had been driving for a while. All of these things help narrow down the problem for the mechanic. The more information you give them, the greater the chances for a swift and correct repair.
Jan 17, 2006 10:00 pm - These tips arent bad. But i find the best way of communicating with a mechanic is not using one. I work on my engine myself (yes im trying to boast). But seriously these are some great tips. Everyone should know at least the basics of an engine that way they dont get screwed over when the mechanic charges you 50 bucks for headlight fluid.
Jan 18, 2006 4:28 am - Sure why not! Have you ever noticed that your headlights get dim over time... thats because there running low on Headlight Fluid, If you refill them they get bright again!.
Jan 18, 2006 9:20 am - If I communicate too effectively with my mechanic, that usuall means I have to find another mechanic pretty quick...
Jan 18, 2006 11:31 am - no the best way is to ....... If you really want them to do a good job>> what you wanna do is as soon as you pull up get out the car and start dumping ur 45. off he’ll come out like what the fuck r u doing ... and you’ll say nothin just lettin out some steam.. and then u tell him if he dont fix ur car right you r gonna let out some more steam, only its gonna come out of his sweaty bald head!!!!!!!!
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