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John Matarese shows all the free services you can get at Autozone, Pep Boys, O'Reilly, Advance You know it's going to be a bad day when your car struggles to start or the check engine light comes on. It can cost $200 at the dealer just to have the problem diagnosed. But you may not realize you might be able to get that problem checked for free at AutoZoneor your other local auto parts stores. Many drivers don't realize that AutoZone, the nation's largest auto parts chain, will do the following services free of charge:
No AutoZone nearby? Advance Auto Parts, O'Reilly and Pep Boys will also perform many of these services for free, so be sure to ask. When NOT to drive to an auto parts store But there are two dashboard lights where you should not try to drive to an auto parts store for a free check.
In both cases do not keep driving, or your engine could possibly seize up. So your best bet is to pull over to a safe spot and call for help. Of course, if you want a full diagnosis, by a certified ASE auto mechanic, you're not going to get that at an auto parts store. But for basic issues it might be worth trying them so you don't waste your money. ______________ "Don't Waste Your Money" is a registered trademark of Scripps Media, Inc. ("Scripps"). "Like" John Matarese on Facebook Follow John on Twitter (@JohnMatarese) Sign up for John's free newsletter by clicking here For more consumer news and money saving advice, go to www.dontwasteyourmoney.com Contact John at Copyright 2018 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Sign up for the Breaking News Newsletter and receive up to date information.Advance Auto Parts Free Services In Stores – So, anytime the word “free” is used, either online or off, I’m immediately skeptical. Usually, the “free” item in question requires some other kind of purchase, which means that it isn’t free at all. Personally, at best I think the word “bonus” is more appropriate in most cases. Like how the hotel I just stayed at for $250 a night gave me “free WIFI,” or how WW offers “free signup” (when you pay for 3 months!) Vistaprint offers “free” business cards, but prepare to pay double for shipping. That’s not really free. Anyway, I recently saw that Advance Auto was listed as one of the “best stores for free services,” so I thought I’d look into it. So, what will they give you for free? Here’s our list of the best:
1. Free Battery Testing, Installation, Recycling:They say to get a new battery every few years, but they don’t exactly give you a countdown before they die. (How long should a car battery last?) Go to any APP store, and they will test your battery for free. If you buy one, they will also install it for free. Usually, garages will charge you an extra fee of about $30 for that! 2. Free Check Engine Light ScanWhy is your check engine light on? The last time I stopped by a garage, they charged me $40 to see why my check engine light was on. (It was a loose gas cap!) If you need a more comprehensive analysis, they can also refer you to a pro 3. Free Electrical Testing:This includes your starter & alternator, so if you are having any issues starting your car, they cover all the bases at the same time for free 4. Free Wiper Installation (w/ Purchase)OK, so it requires that you buy something. Let’s call this a nice bonus. The last time I installed my own windshield wipers, it took me over 20 minutes! 5. Free Oil Recycling:If you perform your own oil changes, you’ll know that you can’t exactly pour that stuff down the sink. Just take it to their store and they will dispose of it for you. They also have oil change specials in-store that save you up to $20 on new oil and filters 6. Free Loaner Tools:Really!? There is no use buying a tool that you only use once every two years. Just leave a deposit, and you can borrow their tools for free. Even crazy stuff like spring compressors and specialized pullers. (Sorry, they don’t have eggs or sugar. You’ll have to ask your neighbor for that!) 7. Free in-store pickup:Need parts now? The best promo codes for Advance Auto are online only, but that doesn’t mean you can’t use them. Order anything online, and specify in-store pickup to get it immediately. (30 minutes) 8. Bonus: Free DIY Advice!From ASE-certified DIY professionals. You can’t get that at most stores. I asked someone at Home Depot a question about the blueberry bushes they were selling, and I may as well have asked them for help with my Irish step-dancing techniques Tip: If You Plan to Actually Buy Something…You might just be stopping by Advance Auto for a free service, but if you buy anything, always use a promo code. You’ll save up to 25% on your order, and can choose in-store pickup or free delivery. Pretty sweet deal! Where can I get my check engine light read for free?Bring your car to an auto parts store and have the code read for free. The free check engine light diagnosis is good because if the code turns out to be for something minor, you might even be able to fix it yourself.
Does Advance Auto Parts tell you why your check engine light is on?Sometimes a vehicle may have several engine codes stored at once, and it's up to the technician to interpret them and “read between the lines" to understand what triggered the code in the first place. You can get a reading done at any Advance store.
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