Return to Top Main Duties Motor vehicle and body mechanics perform different types of repairs, but share some common duties. They examine vehicles to find out what needs to be fixed and to estimate repair costs. For mechanical components, this often involves the use of computerised diagnostic equipment. They must repair damage or perform preventative maintenance, inspect the completed work, and test that the vehicle's performance meets required standards. They must also be able to communicate with customers about what has been done and why, and advise customers on general vehicle conditions and future repair requirements.
Mechanics work on mechanical and electronic components of automobiles.
This includes most vehicle systems, such as fuel, brake, steering and suspension systems, transmission, emission control and exhaust systems, engines, and electrical, cooling and climate control systems. Some mechanics specialise in one or more of these systems. They also perform scheduled maintenance service such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups. They use hand tools and specialised automotive repair equipment. Body repairers work on the vehicle's outside structure.