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Check the radiator regularly. Run your car for a bit, turn off the engine and then open the hood. Then check the coolant level, but while the car is not running. You do not want the coolant to get hot; it is dangerous. Use a dipstick to gauge how much radiator fluid you have, keeping in mind that most types need to be diluted with water.

Speak with a repair shop's technician if you wish to figure out what kinds of cars they've worked on in the past. If they have done so, this should inform you that they know what your car needs to work properly.

Educate yourself on your car's manual and bookmark important pages. During auto repair visits, your mechanic will probably need to gather some information from you, about your vehicle. You could even find the answer to a problem in your car manual and fix the problem yourself.

When bringing your car to a mechanic, tell them you want OEM parts. These parts are the same original parts designed by the manufacturer. It's cheaper to get the generic parts, but the quality may not be the same. A great deal can cost you tons down the road.

Keep track of all the repairs and maintenance you do on your vehicle. A good place to keep these records in the glove box, so you can produce them on demand when talking to a mechanic. Auto repair professionals likely will want to see those records. It will aid them in figuring out any issues.

Find a mechanic who has experience with the make and model you drive. Although cars are generally similar in some ways, there are big differences between models. If you are unsure, pay the extra to have a dealer do the repairs.

Watch out for mechanics that don't know what they're doing. If you have trouble getting a straight answer out of them, (or if, even worse, they refuse to answer questions to your satisfaction) they probably aren't the kind of people you want to work with. It is important that you establish trust with the person who is going to fix your vehicle.

The need for repairs is an inevitable part of owning a car. Remember the tips you've just read whenever you need to make vehicle repairs. It can be less stressful when you know the company you're dealing with is a good one.

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