Getting your vehicle repaired by a technician is a great first step towards ensuring better road safety while driving. But you also need to ensure that there are no underlying issues that have gone ignored or triggered as a part of the auto repair. Here are some things to look for after your car has been repaired:
Does the Alignment Feel Comfortable?
Before you drive away, take the time to consider the alignment of your car after repair. Is it pulling in any direction or does it feel comfortable to drive without any hassle? This is particularly important if your car was involved in a crash and needs to be fixed. Poor alignment could make it difficult to handle the vehicle, which could put you and your family at risk.
Is Your Airbag Untouched?
If nothing was wrong with your airbag in the first place, you will want to make sure it has been untouched. Some auto centers may not be as honest as you like and could end up replacing your original airbag with a less expensive one that makes them a few dollars along the way. Be sure to ask the question of your technician and have a look at whether the area looks like it has been tampered with.
Are There Any Strange Sounds After You Drive?
Sometimes technicians may have left a job undone or a part loose in your vehicle somewhere, resulting in strange sounds once you hit the gas. Try and pinpoint the source of the noise and see whether it is a loose nut or bolt that you can put back or whether there is something more sinister going on somewhere within the vehicle. Do not ignore any strange noises after your vehicle is repaired because this simply should not happen.
What Parts Have Been Used?
Be sure to check with the technician what parts have been used in your vehicle if anything needed to be changed to ensure you are within the warranty and insurance company requirements. Ask to see receipts and invoices for parts used in your vehicle.
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