Right-to-repair bill shifts control from dealer to owner

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Shipkiller

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Mainly for us drivers on this side of the pond....

Since the advent of congressionally mandated computers in vehicles more than 15 years ago (for emissions), cars have evolved into complex machines that are no longer just mechanical. Computers now monitor and control most systems in the car from brakes to tire pressure and all the electronics and engine fluids. That has forced automotive repair shops to invest in expensive computer databases and scanners that allow us to read complex codes to diagnose problems.

Yet, despite the investment of thousands of dollars in diagnostic equipment, computers and training by independent service garages, car manufacturers continue to hold back on some of the information that your mechanic needs in order to properly repair your car and reset your codes and warning lights.
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http://www.patriotledger.com/opinions/x1916876377/COMMENTARY-Right-to-repair-bill-shifts-control-from-dealer-to-owner
 
Sounds like a good idea to me... :)
Wonder if this would have any effect on those special tools needed that only the dealers have... :?
 
Shipkiller said:
You can always 'buy' those special tools..
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I was under the impression that certain tools were only sold/provided to authorized dealers...
 
Negative. It is against the law to do this, in the US. That would mean that you can only take your car to the dealer for certain types of repair work, and THAT is against the law... That being said, it there is now law that tells the Dealer how much he can charge for any said 'special tools'...
 
BUT,,,that does not keep the dealer from nopt selling you a part to fix the vehicle yourself :wink: I did not read the above, so it may not apply, but in the aviation industry,,,,,a manufacturer can refuse to sell you a part unless you send it to them, and have it replaced by them, for a "nominal fee".
 
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