subject: Auto Mechanic Advises Of 5 Mistakes To Avoid! [print this page] There are several common mistakes car owners make when they take their vehicle to an auto mechanic for maintenance. A good car repair can easily turn into a bad one. Here are some inside perspectives offered to help you make the best of your next visit to a mechanic.
5 Top Mistakes made by Car Owners:
#1: Failing to communicate properly with your mechanic - The better you can communicate your car's symptoms, the easier it to diagnose and fix the problem. Keep a log of what you hear, feel, see, and smell, and when, where, and how often the symptoms occur before you arrive at the auto shop.
#2: Setting unrealistic expectations - Some customers expect their car maintenance or repairs to be finished within the hour while they wait, not realizing how long the job actually takes, or that other customers may be ahead of them.
#3: Dropping off a dirty vehicle - Most auto mechanics like to work in a clean environment, and that includes the vehicle they are working on. Clean your vehicle out before you take it to the shop so the mechanic doesnt have to clean it just to get to the failed part, perform a specific repair, or even put it up on the lift!
#4: Making yourself unavailable - If the mechanic is unable to contact you to authorize a repair; your service may have to wait until you are contacted. Make sure your contact numbers are correct and that you respond promptly.
#5: Hovering - It is a safety and liability concern if customers enter the service bays to observe the mechanic at work. Its distracting and can actually inhibit them from doing their job properly.
About Gary's Quality Automotive
Gary's Quality Automotive is a complete service center that was founded in 1989 by Gary Starkey. In fact, Garys Quality has been performing QUALITY Auto Repair services in the Grand Island Area for OVER 20 Years. With their ASE certified technicians, leading 2 Year / 24,000 mile warranty, Free W-Fi in the lobby, and 24 hour towing available they have become Grand Island's leading complete auto shop proudly serving quality car maintenance to vehicle owners in Grand Island, Wood River, and Doniphan, NE.
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