All Topics > Cars > Miscellaneous > Tips for Auto Maintenance >

Tips for Auto Maintenance North Carolina

A visit to the repair shop can feel like a visit to a foreign country if you don't have good communication with your service advisor or mechanic. You need to understand any questions they ask, as well as the details of any problems they find, in order to make appropriate decisions about what repairs to authorize on your vehicle. Here are some tips to help ensure solid communication, whether you are bringing your vehicle in for regular maintenance or a major repair.

Local Companies

Visual Effects LLC
910 988-5217
2709 Brinkley Drive
Spring Lake, NC

Country Valley Tire,Alignment &RV Repair
828-464-4771
3175 E. NC Hwy10
Claremont, NC

Charlotte Brake Guys
704-771-0488
3207 Mannington Drive
Charlotte, NC

j_techautomotive
(828)286-4404
1021 E main st
spindale, NC

High’s Windshield Repair
(919) 390-4324
Mobile Services
Raleigh, NC

Aero Colours
(704) 644-8180
128 S. Tryon St., Suite 900
Charlotte, NC

Econo Lube n' Tune
(704) 644-8180
128 S. Tryon St., Suite 900
Charlotte, NC

Essex Parts Services, Inc.
(704) 824-6030
125 Hampton Court
Cramerton, NC

Car Masters, Inc.
(704) 864-8500
1350 W. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC

Standard Performance - British Models Only
(828)692-5665
700 Ray Avenue Suite C
Hendersonville, NC

Provided by:

Click here for more content from JDPower.com

The maintenance visit
Before you schedule a visit for regular maintenance, such as a 30,000-mile service, check your owner's manual to see what work is recommended by the manufacturer. Then, call your shop and ask for an estimate on that service, along with a list of the items that are included in their fee. Compare the list against what is recommended in your owner's manual.

It is sometimes common for a shop to suggest items that are above and beyond what your owner's manual lists, but this does not necessarily mean they are trying to convince you to purchase additional services. The "extras" may be important to the health of your vehicle. For example, many manufacturers recommend oil changes at 5,000-mile intervals and sometimes even longer, such as every 7,500 miles. A mechanic, however, may recommend changing the oil about 2,000 miles sooner than the manufacturer recommends. This is a realistic recommendation for some driving situations, especially if most of your driving is around town versus on the highway, or if you frequently use your vehicle for towing (both conditions fall under the heading of "severe operating conditions"). If the shop is suggesting something beyond what you think is reasonable, ask your advisor about it, then assess the costs involved before deciding if you want those services.

Click here to read the rest of the article at JDPower.com

Featured Local Company

Visual Effects LLC

910 988-5217
2709 Brinkley Drive
Spring Lake, NC

Read more about Tips for Auto Maintenance

- Oil Change Mechanics North Carolina

It is very important to keep up with the maintenance on your vehicle, so that it will run properly. The key to making your vehicle run as long as possible is by taking care of it.

- Tips For Buying Automotive Parts North Carolina
- Auto Body Repair For The Vehicle North Carolina
- 2003 Honda Civic Used Car Buyers Guide North Carolina
- Auto Leasing Pros and Cons North Carolina
- Auto Maintenance Budget North Carolina
- Car Maintenance North Carolina
- How To Clean A Car North Carolina
- Preventative Maintenance for Your Vehicle North Carolina
- Finding an Auto Repair Shop North Carolina

Regional Articles

- Car Maintenance North Carolina

The reality is, however, that no matter how many excuses humans employ, automobiles wear out with use. The good news is that they take much longer to wear out when properly maintained. It's true that some particular models may stand up to a lack of maintenance better than others. Even so, when routine preventive maintenance is performed, these more durable vehicles will last longer and experience fewer costly breakdowns.

- Finding an Auto Repair Shop North Carolina
- 2003 Honda Civic Used Car Buyers Guide North Carolina
- Auto Maintenance Budget North Carolina
- Preventative Maintenance for Your Vehicle North Carolina
- How To Clean A Car North Carolina
- Oil Change Mechanics North Carolina
- Auto Leasing Pros and Cons North Carolina
- Auto Body Repair For The Vehicle North Carolina
- Tips For Buying Automotive Parts North Carolina

Related Local Event

13th Annual Ford Galaxie Nationals - Concord, NC
Dates: 9/10/2009 - 9/13/2009
Location: Lowe's Motor Speedway
Concord, NC
View Details

Advertising	Food & Beverage	Nightlife
Business Services	Franchise	Online Database
Career	Health	Pets
Cars	Holidays	Real Estate Resources
Computer Hardware	Home Appliances	Retail & Consumer Services
Construction	Home Electronics	Software
Education	Home Services	Technology
Entertainment	Industrial Goods & Services	Telecommunications
Environmental	Insurance	Trade Shows
Family	Internet	Travel
Fashion	Legal	Weddings
Financial Services	Miscellaneous	World History

Advertising	Family	Home Services	Real Estate Resources
Business Services	Fashion	Industrial Goods & Services	Retail & Consumer Services
Career	Financial Services	Insurance	Software
Cars	Food & Beverage	Internet	Technology
Computer Hardware	Franchise	Legal	Telecommunications
Construction	Health	Miscellaneous	Trade Shows
Education	Holidays	Nightlife	Travel
Entertainment	Home Appliances	Online Database	Weddings
Environmental	Home Electronics	Pets	World History