Often times people find themselves asking dealership service departments whether or not the service done on their cars is under their auto warranty. Many drivers will make the assumption that their warranty covers repairs despite certain maintenance requirements, vehicle mileage, and environmental conditions.

An auto warranty is a contract you have with the car’s manufacturer. As the buyer of the warranty, you have a responsibility to perform the required maintenance on your car. The manufacturer is only obligated to have repairs done, if you perform the required maintenance.

In the past, dealers have carried out some questionable practices, therefore manufacturers carefully inspect every auto warranty. This is often seen by consumers as a way to avoid paying for the cost of repairs. In reality, the repair just may not be covered by the terms of the warranty. The reason for this could be because of vehicle abuse, parts that are not covered under the agreement, or expiration.

Consumers need to take caution and read through their auto warranty completely. Be certain that you carry out your part of the deal so that the manufacturer will carry out their part of it.