I. Our recommendations are based upon the following definitions:
System failure - Parts/system indicated are out of manufacturers’ specifications, have failed, or
are unable to perform their normal function as intended or designed by the manufacturer. Service/replacement is required.
Preventive/Scheduled Maintenance - Parts/system are scheduled for service/replacement per vehicle manufacturers’ recommendations or are near the end of their useful life and
repair/replacement is recommended in advance of parts/system failure. Service/replacement is suggested.
Improved System Performance - Parts/system indicated are recommended for
repair/replacement to enhance/improve the vehicle’s ability to perform as intended or designed
by the manufacturer, or as requested by the customer. Service/replacement is suggested.
II. Training
Our personnel have acquired auto repair expertise through formal education or work experience.
Where appropriate, personnel are moving toward certification for the services performed.
Continuing education is supported by all the Motorist Assurance Program of Canada participants
III. Appropriate Company Approved Inspection - We will perform an appropriate inspection
based on the Motorist Assurance Program Uniform Inspection and Communication Standards.
IV. Written Estimates - Written estimates based on our inspection, in compliance with provincial
and local regulations, will include parts (dollar amount), labour (dollar amount), and the total
estimate.
V. Work Authorization - No work will be performed without the customer’s prior approval.
VI. Limited Warranty - A minimum limited warranty will be offered of 90 days or 6,500 km
whichever comes first, covering parts and labour.
VII. Returned Parts - All customers will be entitled to the return of old parts, or if they choose, they
may examine the parts prior to leaving the store. Where failed parts are required to be returned
to the manufacturer in order to honour the warranty, the customer will be allowed to examine the
parts.
VIII. Classification of Parts - Replaced parts will be identified as new, remanufactured, rebuilt or
used. The Motorist Assurance Program of Canada participants will inform the customer and
indicate on the estimate and invoice whether a part is new, remanufactured, rebuilt or used.