auto mechanic
Garage repair worker
An auto mechanic is a person who repairs and maintains automobiles.
The term distinguishes from mechanics who work on aircraft, marine engines, or industrial machinery.
Often shortened to mechanic when context makes the meaning clear: My mechanic says the transmission needs work.
Also called automotive technician in more formal contexts.
Tool for turning fasteners
- socket setAssorted drive tools
- screwdriverTool for turning fasteners
- ratchetToothed one-way mechanism
- torque wrenchCalibrated tightening instrument
impact wrench · pliers · multimeter · oil filter wrench · breaker bar · pry bar · feeler gauge · jack
Enclosed vehicle storage structure
- liftMechanism for vertical transport
- hoistRaise with tackle
- service bayVehicle repair workspace
- workbenchCraftsman's heavy-duty surface
creeper · air compressor · tool chest · oil drain · exhaust fan · floor jack · jack stands · drop light
Wheeled motor vehicle
- truckHeavy freight vehicle
- SUVRugged passenger vehicle
- vanEnclosed cargo vehicle
- sedanEnclosed passenger car
coupe · pickup · hatchback · station wagon · diesel · hybrid · electric vehicle · fleet vehicle
Systematic fault diagnosis
- OBDVehicle self-diagnosis system
- scannerDevice that reads data
- check engine lightDashboard diagnostic warning lamp
- symptomsIndicators of disease
inspection · testing · service light · test drive · compression test · leak detection · visual inspection · road test
Replacing engine lubricant
- tune-upRoutine vehicle maintenance
- fluid checkInspecting vehicle liquid levels
- brake inspectionEvaluating vehicle stopping components
- filter replacementPutting in new strainer
tire rotation · battery testing · wheel alignment · coolant flush · spark plug replacement · air filter · fuel filter · wiper blades
Attestation of qualification
- apprenticeshipLearning trade through employment
- journeymanQualified trade worker
- technicianSkilled practical worker
- specialistExpert in one field
training · vocational · expertise · shop owner · service advisor · flat rate · work order · customer service
Force-transferring engine cylinders
- cylindersCircular-based solid shapes
- combustionExothermic reaction with oxygen
- crankshaftRotating engine shaft
- camshaftLobed rod operating valves
valves · spark plugs · fuel injection · timing belt · gaskets · manifold · turbocharger · oil pump
wrench
Tool for turning fasteners
- socket setAssorted drive tools
- screwdriverTool for turning fasteners
- ratchetToothed one-way mechanism
torque wrench · impact wrench · pliers · multimeter · oil filter wrench · breaker bar · pry bar · feeler gauge · jack · lug wrench
garage
Enclosed vehicle storage structure
- liftMechanism for vertical transport
- hoistRaise with tackle
- service bayVehicle repair workspace
workbench · creeper · air compressor · tool chest · oil drain · exhaust fan · floor jack · jack stands · drop light · grease gun
car
Wheeled motor vehicle
sedan · coupe · pickup · hatchback · station wagon · diesel · hybrid · electric vehicle · fleet vehicle · classic car
troubleshooting
Systematic fault diagnosis
- OBDVehicle self-diagnosis system
- scannerDevice that reads data
- check engine lightDashboard diagnostic warning lamp
symptoms · inspection · testing · service light · test drive · compression test · leak detection · visual inspection · road test
oil change
Replacing engine lubricant
- tune-upRoutine vehicle maintenance
- fluid checkInspecting vehicle liquid levels
- brake inspectionEvaluating vehicle stopping components
filter replacement · tire rotation · battery testing · wheel alignment · coolant flush · spark plug replacement · air filter · fuel filter · wiper blades · emissions testing
certification
Attestation of qualification
- apprenticeshipLearning trade through employment
- journeymanQualified trade worker
- technicianSkilled practical worker
specialist · training · vocational · expertise · shop owner · service advisor · flat rate · work order · customer service · estimate
pistons
Force-transferring engine cylinders
- cylindersCircular-based solid shapes
- combustionExothermic reaction with oxygen
- crankshaftRotating engine shaft
camshaft · valves · spark plugs · fuel injection · timing belt · gaskets · manifold · turbocharger · oil pump · engine block
- workersworkers, employee, employees, laborer, laborers
- auto jobscar detailer, service advisor, shop foreman, shop owner, lube tech
- repairersappliance repairman, appliance repair, shoe repair, cobbler, computer technician
- repairmenappliance repairman, handyman, HVAC technician, HVAC tech, serviceman
- Trade Careerselectrician, plumber, carpenter, welder, machinist
- tradeselectrician, plumber, carpenter, welder, mason
auto mechaniccar designer
Creates vehicle aesthetics
assembly line worker · office worker · white-collar worker · theoretical physicist · accountant
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