Other car need in Ethiopia

Other car need — Ethiopia

Brake pads, wipers, blown bulbs, reading a warning light, preparing for the technical inspection, upholstery cleaning or small bodywork: some needs are not among the listed services. On Helplease, you describe your needs and the workers offering this service in Ethiopia are notified of your request.

What the service covers

brake pads and discs;
wipers, bulbs and fuses;
reading a warning light and diagnostics;
preparing for the technical inspection;
small bodywork and upholstery jobs.

Before choosing this service, check whether a more specific one exists: basic service, tyres, battery, windscreen, fluid checks, washing or anti-theft. Otherwise, describe the model, the exact symptom and where the work would take place.

Key points

Vehicle secured and engine cold

A vehicle is never worked on supported by a jack alone: handbrake on, wheels chocked, axle stands in place on flat, hard ground. Work is done with the engine off and cooled, because a hot cooling system is under pressure and scalds the moment a cap is opened. Fixings are tightened to the manufacturer's torque, and a short test drive is made before going back on the road.

Quote and vigilance in an emergency

An emergency call-out is still a service that can be discussed: ask for the estimated amount before the work starts, a detailed invoice at the end, and refuse to sign a document you have not read. Be wary of anyone piling up unjustified replacements, demanding immediate cash payment or refusing to put their estimate in writing. The worker must be qualified for the work concerned.

What affects the price

type of work;
the vehicle model;
parts and consumables;
location: home, office or car park;
length of the job.

The rate is agreed with the worker based on these elements.

Frequently asked questions

Is the work done on site?

Yes for most jobs, if parking allows it and access is safe.

Do I need to supply the parts?

Depending on the agreement: the worker can supply them or use the ones you have.

What happens to the waste?

Oils, filters and batteries are taken away and passed to a proper collection channel.

What information should I give?

The vehicle model and year, the exact symptom, the mileage, the location and the parking space.

How does it work?

Select your service

Choose the service that matches your needs, or keep the one already selected from this page.

Describe your needs

Answer the questionnaire, add the details of your request and enter the exact address, then confirm.

Your request is published

Workers who have selected this service in their profile receive a notification.

Other auto service

Other auto service – Ethiopia