The Motorist Assurance Program, that is.
If you have a question or concern about whether a repair or part replacement is really needed, this organization can help. This is a voluntary consortium of shops, technicians, and manufacturers to develop and maintain a standard for automotive repairs.
The MAP guidelines include when a technician should recommend a repair as "needed" or "suggested" based on industry acceptable standards that help provide a resource for consumers to use when they have doubts about a particular shop's recommendations. They are used in conjunction with, but never in place of, the original manufacturer's specifications and recommendations.
For more information, browse through their site at www.motorist.org.
Questions for me? Pete@autoservicetech.com
