If you are going to a repair shop for the first time only have small work done like an oil change. Ask friends where they tak there car.
Bring your own parts if you have an oil change done get the oil and filter.
Let the car warm up before you drive. If the tempature is cloder than 30 deg. wait 5 min. before driving
Be careful when under the hood.
A few seconds of thinking can save you from injury.
Check it out before you buy.
Overlooking just one thing can be a big mistake.
Don't authorize any repairs over $300or more over the phone, go down there and get a
written estimate, take pixs of what they want to do and do the research,,, go to
another shop,price out the parts at the local parts store, search the net,,, make
phone calls. If any mechanic isn't cordial,and nice to you don't use his shop.