I had a previous post discussing an overview of the categories of repairs that your mechanic may suggest when you bring your vehicle to the shop for repair, namely immediate repairs and repairs needed as preventative maintenance. Today, let’s talk about the car services that you can pass up when your mechanic suggests them, services that you can schedule for next time, and those that you need to perform ASAP.
BRAKES
Problems with brake parts almost always require immediate attention, simply because brakes are safety components. Pads that have lost their friction materials, calipers that stick, and rotors that are damaged should be repaired immediately because failure to do so could lead to life-threatening accidents.
SUSPENSION
When to say yes to repair: When the suspension problem is causing extensive wear on other components or when your handling is already affected. Sometimes, suspension problems accelerate such things as tire wear, and neglecting them can lead to more expenses in the end.
When to pass up: If the repair is suggested only to improve your ride quality, make it smoother and make your ride experience more convenient, then it is not an urgent need.
IGNITION, FUEL SYSTEM, and INTAKE
These three systems are directly concerned with the amount of power that the engine generates. Fuel, air, and spark are the primary ingredients in combustion, and it’s important that the systems handling them be in top shape at all times. Problems encountered in these systems require immediate attention, or your engine’s performance may be affected—sometimes, even your vehicle’s gas mileage.
The next post will be a continuation of this post, but we’ll be looking at individual components rather than entire systems, and then focus on conditions that should not be ignored once they are observed in order to avoid further problems in the future.
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