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How should I handle a dispute if I’m not satisfied with a repair?

November 10th, 2011

How should I handle a dispute if I'm not satisfied with a repair?If you think you have cheated, first try to solve the problem with the service manager. If you are accused of knowing something you did not request, authorize, or to understand, try to get an explanation. Maybe it was just a misunderstanding.

If you can not reach a satisfactory agreement, then try the following:

* Move the ladder to the next level of management. If you have problem with a new car dealer, then contact the regional office of the car manufacturer or their customer satisfaction department. If your problem is a chain store is connected in any way, please contact the regional or national. If you have to do with a company independently owned and operated, to speak directly to the owner.
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Are there any guidelines or standards that mechanics must follow regarding specific inspection or repair procedures?

November 10th, 2011

Are there any guidelines or standards that mechanicsYes. Some states (like California) have rules for the inspection and repair of vehicle systems such as brakes and certain emission control components. There are also federal rules that prohibit tampering or disconnecting emission control. But for the types of general repairs, there are no official regulations, standards or guidelines in most cases.

However, this changes. In an attempt to “clean up” auto repair industry were “voluntary” standards developed and adopted by many organizations provide. But these voluntary standards are not universally accepted.
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