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| - My Service Engine Light came on, and new to the area. I resorted to Yelp to look for a dependable mechanic.
Their business was busy for today, being Thursday. But TJ (the owner) was happy to a diagnostic when I walked into the shop. I like the idea of small-business mechanics, that work their own front desk. I've been to plenty of other shops, that have a receptionist at front, while the mechanic is in the back working on your car.
Turns out it was a sensor underneath the engine block. TJ explained that the part itself wasn't costly, it's the labor. So seeing that it wasn't a simple repair, he was nice enough to clear out the service light for me, and that if it goes on again, and the same diagnostic test comes out, then it's time to do the repair.
I like the idea that the mechanic is able to work with you. Usually, mechanics will pressure you to do the work therein, bcuz it brings in business for them.
But for the meantime, I'll be saving for that repair money for that rainy day. And for any future car repairs, it's nice to have peace of mind knowing that I'm not getting ripped off at the car shop.
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