The 'Nuts and Bolts'







Computer reflashing (J2534) and Tire Pressure Monitoring

The latest auto repair issues involve programming (or reprogramming) a vehicle's computer(s), and the diagnosis and repair of the now mandated Tire Pressure Monitoring system. P.A.T. has the necessary equipment, information and experience to handle these systems.



"I want to have P.A.T. work on my car, but it's still under warranty. I have to go to the Dealer, don't I?"

The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty act of 1975 (15 U.S.C. 2302C ) states that a warranty on any consumer product may not be contingent on the consumer using a specific product or service which is identified by brand or corporate name.

Simply stated, if a consumer is paying for the repairs (including oil changes and other maintenance services) the consumer may have any repair facility perform the repairs, with any parts the consumer wants. It is that simple.



Do you need some work done on your vehicle, but can't really afford it right now? Through GE's CarCareOne (www.carecarone.net), we can offer you 3,6 or 12 months credit, interest free. You can apply at P.A.T. or on line at GE.



You may have a Toyota and are concerned with the recall concerning the accelerator pedal, or you may just wonder what is going on. We have noticed for some time now the cheapening of crital components such as the accelerator pedals, and not only in Toyotas. There are some components which when made of plastic have no impact on their function, accelerator pedals aren't one of them. All the auto manufacturers have lost their way in producing quality vehicles, hopefully this Toyota accelerator screw-up will make them 1) Not give bonuses to their engineers who simply make changes, which are not improvements in quality. and 2) Understand how things work, plastic is not as strong as steel or even aluminum, DUH.