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Performance and Intermittent problems
GENERAL INFORMATION Questionnaire

(Please note: This form is designed for use by Automotive Advantage customers
who can bring their vehicle into our shop for further diagnosis and repair.)

Intermittent problems can be a very frustrating experience for both the customer and the technician.  In order to serve you better, please fill out the information below, and check off the appropriate boxes.  If necessary, keep this form with you for a few days so the information needed will be fresh in your mind the next time the problem occurs.

Our Privacy Promise: Any information you provide to us will be used solely in the course of diagnosing and repairing your vehicle.  We will protect your information from unauthorized use, and will never share it with outside parties.

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Your City & State:
Your Phone Number:
Your E-mail Address:
Vehicle Manufacturer:   Year:
Vehicle Model:
How long have you owned/driven this vehicle?
    1-3 Years     3-5 Years     5-10 Years     Since New

Vehicle symptoms/description:

When did the problem
first start happening?


Has vehicle been
worked on for this before?
Yes     No
If yes, what work was done?
Did it make any difference?     Yes     No

Does the car have problem
when the engine is:



Does the car have problems when weather conditions are:

Have you noticed any:
    Unusual Sounds?     Warning Lights?
    Gauge Readings?    Odors?
    Drips?    Leaks?  Smoke?
Please explain:

Any changes in:
    Acceleration?     Engine Performance?
    Gas Mileage?     Fluid Levels?
Please Explain:

Any problems in:
    Handling?     Braking?
    Steering?
Please Explain:

How often does this problem occur?

What is the longest period of time, in normal use, during which you did not notice the problem:

Other helpful information (check ALL that are appropriate)
Last...     Approx Date Approx Mileage, Notes
Oil Change:
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Cooling System Flush:
Tuneup:

Brand of Fuel Used:     Octane:     Regular     Midgrade     Premium

      Any recent changes of gas brand?
      Any unusual raw gas smells?
      Has vehicle been sitting for a long time?
            If so, how long?
      Is vehicle normally garaged?
      Is vehicle only driven on short trips?
            Approximate miles per day:
      Has vehicle ever been in an accident?
            What area(s) of the vehicle were damaged?
      Has vehicle been stolen/recovered recently?
      Has vehicle just been washed?
      Have you ever noticed wet carpeting?
      Does vehicle have a salvage title?
      Has the vehicle just had body work or other repairs?
      Has a stereo or other accessory been recently installed?
      Does the vehicle's radio have static?
     Are there any electrical accessories
          that do not work?  (Please list)
     Have you noticed any electrical
          abnormalities?  (Please list)
      Did the problem happen shortly after gas purchase?
      Did the problem occur right after loaning the car to someone else?
      Has anyone else experienced this problem with your vehicle?
      Does altitude seem to have any effect?
      Does the temperature gauge ever show overheat?
      Does the temperature gauge show very low temperature, even after driving
           for 20-30 minutes?
      Does the heater take a long time to put out hot air?

Is the vehicle equipped with an operating anti-theft device/alarm?  If yes, please describe location of switch(es) and instructions for deactivation

Does the vehicle have a hidden kill switch?  If yes, please describe location of switch(es) and instructions for deactivation

Is there any other information that you
feel might be useful?
Thank you for your Participation.


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