Tricks to pickpocket inexperienced car users
Auto garages often have ways of making inexperienced users spend more money.
Normally, users will completely trust the technical team of auto garages. If it is a reputable repair shop, with dedicated workers, users almost do not have to worry about the service. However, the nature of auto service centers is a business, one way or another they will try to make as much money as possible. Some tricks that can be used by auto garages to pick the pockets of inexperienced users areBright sidelist
1. Replace the battery
After a while of checking the car, the mechanic will say "The battery needs to be replaced". However, the biggest problem with the battery comes from the connection wires. Over time, the electrodes rust, causing the battery to not transmit electricity to the system as well as it did when it was first installed. Users can clean the electrodes to be effective or alternatively try recharging the battery instead of replacing it.
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It is advisable to clean the electrodes before thinking about replacing the battery. Photo: Driver knowledge |
In case of needing to replace, users should check the product's manufacturing date. Because if the battery is stored for too long, the actual usage time on the vehicle will also decrease.
2. Change your car oil as soon as possible.
When servicing a car, many mechanics will recommend that customers change the oil as soon as possible, usually after about 5,000 km of operation. Meanwhile, many experts in the industry advise users not to worry too much about changing the oil. The oil can be changed every 12,000 km. The oil can even be changed after about 16,000 km, if the car is not operated in extremely harsh conditions or the car is driven into flooded areas. Instead of changing the oil frequently, car users should check the oil level in the car regularly.
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| Car oil should be changed at about 12,000 km intervals if not operated under very special conditions. Photo: Roadcircle |
3. Brake pads need to be replaced
The screeching sound of the brakes can be annoying to many people and can make new drivers feel anxious and think about replacing the brake pads. However, the main cause of the screeching sound is rust. In many cases, the user only needs to clean the surface of the brake pads.
4. Bring your car in for free maintenance
Many car dealerships often use the trick of offering free vehicle inspections to customers. Then, the technician will list a series of problems with the car and tend to exaggerate the problem for those who are not experienced. The cost of the vehicle inspection is free, but the user will have to pay for other problems that arise and waste time. Users should only take their car for service when there is a real problem with a certain part.
5. What services are needed for the car?
Some of the items technicians often list include steering system alignment and coolant replacement. However, experts say that this system needs to be checked and maintained after about 100,000 miles of operation.
6. Tire rotation
Before taking the car to the garage, users should mark the tire position with a special sign. Then, they can check again to see if the technician really rotated the tire as said.
7. Check Engine Light is on
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| The check engine light can come on for a variety of less serious reasons.Photo: Whichcar |
8. The vehicle needs to use additional additives to operate more stably.
Garage technicians often recommend that users buy additional additives for the engine, fuel tank or transmission system. However, after using additives, users may have to pay more due to problems that arise. Experts say that regular maintenance will help the vehicle operate stably without having to spend more money on auxiliary active ingredients.
