At a Car Repair Shop: Auto Maintenance Phrases

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Navigating a car repair shop in China can be challenging, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the language and specific terms related to auto maintenance. Knowing the right phrases will help you clearly communicate your needs, understand the services being offered, and ensure your vehicle is properly maintained. Below are key phrases for different scenarios you might encounter while visiting a car repair shop in China.

Describing the Problem

  1. There’s a strange noise coming from the engine.

    发动机里有奇怪的声音。

    Fādòngjī lǐ yǒu qíguài de shēngyīn.
  2. The brakes don’t seem to be working well.

    刹车好像不太灵。

    Shāchē hǎoxiàng bù tài líng.
  3. The air conditioning isn’t cooling properly.

    空调制冷效果不好。

    Kòngtiáo zhìlěng xiàoguǒ bù hǎo.

Asking About Services

  1. What services do you offer?

    你们提供哪些服务？
    
Nǐmen tígōng nǎxiē fúwù?
  2. Do you offer oil changes here?
    
这里有换机油服务吗？

    Zhèlǐ yǒu huàn jīyóu fúwù ma?
  3. Can you check the tire pressure?
    
你能检查一下胎压吗？

    Nǐ néng jiǎnchá yīxià tāiyā ma?

Discussing Costs and Estimates

  1. How much will the repair cost?

    维修费用是多少？

    Wéixiū fèiyòng shì duōshǎo?
  2. Can you give me an estimate before starting the work?

    你能在开始工作前给我一个报价吗？

    Nǐ néng zài kāishǐ gōngzuò qián gěi wǒ yīge bàojià ma?
  3. Are there any additional charges?

    有没有额外费用？

    Yǒu méiyǒu éwài fèiyòng?

Requesting Specific Repairs or Maintenance

  1. Please replace the windshield wipers.
    
请更换挡风玻璃雨刷。

    Qǐng gēnghuàn dǎngfēng bōlí yǔshuā.
  2. Can you change the spark plugs?

    你能换火花塞吗？
    
Nǐ néng huàn huǒhuāsāi ma?
  3. I need a full vehicle inspection.

    我需要进行一次全面检查。
    
Wǒ xūyào jìnxíng yīcì quánmiàn jiǎnchá.

Arranging Pickup or Delivery

  1. When will my car be ready?

    我的车什么时候可以修好？
    
Wǒ de chē shénme shíhòu kěyǐ xiū hǎo?
  2. Do you offer a pickup and drop-off service?

    你们提供接送服务吗？

    Nǐmen tígōng jiēsòng fúwù ma?
  3. Can I pay by credit card?

    我可以用信用卡支付吗？
    
Wǒ kěyǐ yòng xìnyòngkǎ zhīfù ma?

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