Unless you're a mechanic, taking your car into the repair shop can be a scary and mysterious experience. Your car goes behind the doors, and minutes later, you're presented with a list of problems-and possibly a large bill. But even if you aren't a car expert, there are things you can look out for to make sure your car repair is honest and necessary. Brakes are a common area where repair estimates can be inflated.
Calipers are the devices that push the brake pads against the disc.
An oil change is a fairly simple task, but it can sometimes end up costing more than you intended. Make sure you know what's included in the price of your oil change. Mechanics typically recommend an oil change every 3,000 miles, but many car manufacturers recommend only twice a year or every 7,000 miles. Somewhere in the middle may work for you. Surprisingly, if your battery is weak or dead, it may not be the battery.