How to Understand Car Warranties

Car warranties can be confusing to understand. You wonder what is and what is not covered under the warranty. You may have a warranty, but the maintenance bills are high you wonder if the warranty is worth it. Today, I will try to explain a car warranty to help you understand it better. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Let’s start with basic warranty. Basic warranty covers just about everything. Batteries and tires are usually covered under separate warranties.

2. Your owner’s manual will usually tell what kind of warranty you have. It will also tell you how long your warranty is good for.

3. Now let’s talk about drive train warranties. This warranty covers the engine, transmission, drive axles, and drive shaft. The drive train warranty doesn’t cover hoses and belts. This warranty usually lasts for about a year.

4. Rust/corrosion warranty. This warranty protects the body of your vehicle. It covers rut and corrosion from eating away the body of your car.

5. Roadside assistance. If you are break down on the side of a highway, help will be given to you. The towing is usually free of charge.

6. Extended warranty. You can choose to buy this warranty after your factory warranty expires.