NEED SERVICE?
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Engine
Does not start
Stalls when decelerating
Does not turn over
Idle speed is too high
Difficulty turning over
Knocks or pings
Hesitates
Backfires
Noticeably poor gas mileage
Unsteady Idle
Stalls when starting
Noise & Vibration
Noise
When braking
Vibration
When accelerating
Both apply
When decelerating
When in reverse
When turning
During normal acceleration
During normal deceleration
When engine is running and vehicle is moving
When engine is running and vehicle is not moving
Transmission
Difficult to shift, does not shift properly
Shifts prematurely or slowly
Slippage
Does not upshift
Shifts harshly
Does not downshift
Will not shift at all
Makes unusual noises when shifting
Brakes
Front brakes
Rear brakes
Both front and rear
Unable to determine
Brake pedal must be pumped continuously for vehicle to stop
Brake pedal must be depressed fully for vehicle to stop at any speed
Vehicle pulls to one side when braking
Brakes make the following sounds:
Squeaking
Grinding
Squealing
Rattling
Front End Alignment/Steering & Handling
Vehicle shakes when in operation
Vehicle vibrates when in operation
Vehicle ride is rough and uneven
Excessive steering required for vehicle to stay on course
Steering wheel feels "tight" when making turns
Steering wheel feels "loose" when making turns
Body & Paint
Repair required:
Body work
Panel alignment
Paint work
Air leaks
Water Leaks-where:
Hood
Right fender
Door panel
Roof
Right quarter panel
Trunk
Left fender
Grill
Left quarter panel
Heating & Cooling
Air conditioner does not have any cooling effect
Air conditioner not cold enough
Air conditioner takes an abnormal amount of time to cool interior
Heater does not have any heating effect
Heater does not have proper heating effect
Heater takes an abnormal amount of time to function
Air flow does not function properly
Air flow does not function through the following vents:
Center
Driver-side
Passenger-side
Floor
Defroster
Temperature fluctuates greatly
Difficulties with air intake:
Recirculating air
Outside air
System makes unusual noises or vibrations
Vehicle Sounds
The following noises may help you in detailing your vehicle's condition to your service advisor.
Booming -
rhythmic sound like a drum roll or distant thunder.
Buzzing -
low-pitched vibration, similar to that of a bee.
Chattering -
a clicking metallic noise that repeats rapidly.
Chirping -
high-pitched noise similar to a bird.
Clicking -
rhythmic tapping sound similar to that of a ball-point pen.
Clunking -
a dull thumping, like something being dropped.
Grinding -
a loud abrasive, metallic noise, often high-pitched.
Growling -
low noise like that of an animal.
Humming -
continuous noise which may be somewhat melodious.
Knocking -
a banging noise with two objects hitting (heavy vs. light) one another.
Rattling -
shaking sound, as if something is loose.
Rumbling -
a low, gurgling noise.
Squeaking -
high-pitched metallic sound, often continuous.
Squealing -
high-pitched whine as if something is tearing.
Tapping -
light hammering noise that can be rhythmic or intermittent.
Thud -
low-pitched metallic thumping.
Thumping -
a loud, banging sound.
Whining -
high-pitched buzzing sound.
Electrical
Is there a problem with:
Lights:
Front
Reverse
Taillights
Left turn signal
Hazard
Right turn signal
Glove box
Interior dome
Lighter
Dashboard display
(Please describe:)
Power Windows:
Front driver-side
Rear left
Front passenger-side
Rear right
Sound System
AM/FM stereo cassette
AM/FM stereo
Compact disc player
Front speakers
Rear speakers
(Please describe:)
Windshield wipers
Windshield wiper spray
Driver's seat adjustment
Rear defroster
Power locks
Rearview mirrors
Security system
Other
Priority Service
Of the service items listed, please indicate order of importance: