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1. Smart key costs
(Cars/Hybrids)
...  $390 for the keys $49 labor for standard registration procedure ** GUARANTEED TO WORK + WARRANTY + SAME DAY SERVICE**   These are just "guess-timates" for comparison. They do not include ...
Thursday, 08 April 2010
2. Scheduled Maintenance Intervals
(FAQs/Maintenance FAQ)
... here to learn more about your Prius. For nearly every vehicle, this list will work. It is *additive*. I have included some BALLPARK ROUGH COST ESTIMATES that you can use to get an idea. PLEASE CALL ...
Monday, 09 March 2009
3. our Hybrid Take
(Cars/Hybrids)
... real-world numbers. The fuel economy of the hybrids we service seems to average approximately 44 mpg (there is a great variation between the different models, and between the different drivers. Go to ...
Monday, 17 November 2008
... understanding estimates: Q: How much for a tune up? A: Unfortunately this doesn't really mean much at all. "Tune up" refers to replacement of the "tune components" like spark plugs, or air filter, but ...
Monday, 08 September 2008
5. Welcome, New Customer!
(FAQs/New Customers)
... it, we prefer to let our satisfied customers' reviews and our East Bay awards speak for us.   Want an estimate? Call us or contact us to ask for it; we can email you the exact copy so there's no surprises! ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
6. Buying New Tires
(FAQs/General FAQ)
... and traction in heavy snow has been virtually eliminated. If you plan to drive in wet weather, you should consider replacing your tires when they reach approximately 4/32" of remaining tread depth. Since ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
... "audio off" screen, even when the radio is playing.   A "Check the connection of the air conditioner" message when the climate button is pushed.   And the Energy Monitor (Prius only) does ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
... charge. 6. The clutch switch, neutral switch, and brake switch must all be working. 7. And the climate control must be completely off (with a blank LCD), or in ECON mode. This last condition seems simple, ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
... converter. The way our supplier explains it to me, the Federal and California converters are designed to work the same way with the same materials; however, the CARB converters must pass rigorous CARB ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
... and double checked, every connector with its mate, every hose and harness snapped into their guides. Sandor even likes to install all of the bolts back in their original holes. When you do a large job ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
... of turning force required to turn both assemblies. The manual offers the following tip: the torque will increase by approximately 10 inch/lb. for every .001" of added shim thickness (in metric values of ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
12. Comparing Shop Estimates
(FAQs/New Customers)
...  The best way compare prices is to get an itemized written estimate from each shop. Most shops will have no trouble e-mailing or faxing you a copy. No shop will refuse to give you a written estimate, ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
13. History of Art's Automotive
(About Arts/Green Business)
Art started out in New York City as an amateur "muscle car" builder in the late 1960's. After surviving a tour of duty in Vietnam, he traveled around the USA, Mexico and Canada while maintaining ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
14. Battery Recycling
(About Arts/Green Business)
... battery recycling. We might have to negotiate something if you show up with 45+ pounds of material! You can also dispose of your batteries for free though the Alameda County Household Hazardous Waste Program. ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
15. Shop Software
(About Arts/Behind the Scenes)
... how things work. Have a coworker pretend to be a customer and work all the way through the process, from sign in to estimate to upsell to recommended services to closing the bill. Make sure the software ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
16. How to deal with the mechanics
(FAQs/New Customers)
... to be nice, get a second opinion and/or second estimate, and then begin to trust the mechanic when the mechanic earns your trust. 2. Describe problems you're having with your car in layman's terms. Even ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
17. Rebuilding the Engine
(FAQs/Repair FAQ)
... estimate. A ring and valve job can not be done if the cylinder walls are worn beyond specification, the crank is worn, or the deck surface is warped or irregular. These are things that can not be inspected ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
18. Cooling System
(FAQs/Maintenance FAQ)
... three of these properties are diminished as the coolant ages. Even if you don't drive in especially cold or hot climates it's very important to change the coolant regularly because rust and erosion can ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
19. OE Scanners
(Cars/Technophilia)
... the price charged by other manufacturers for similar information, the differences that exist among manufacturers (e.g., the size of the manufacturer), the quantity of material contained in a publication, ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
20. What's a "Tune-up"?
(FAQs/New Customers)
... there is no set list of things to do, and therefore no way to estimate the amount of time it would take. In addition to this, most modern cars have absolutely no manual engine control adjustments whatsoever. ...
Wednesday, 03 September 2008
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