Powertrain Plans
Covers the engine, gearbox and axles, the parts that keep your car on the road.
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Auto Warranty Made Clear
Know Your Car's Coverage Inside Out
I'll show you which parts a vehicle service contract protects, where it stops and what to check first.
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Named-Part Plans
Lists each protected part by name. If a part isn't on that list, it isn't covered.
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Exclusion Plans
Names only the parts left out. Anything missing from that list is usually covered.
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Warranty Terms Without the Fog
About FixAutoZone
A vehicle service contract promises to handle certain repairs. If a covered part breaks and you've met the terms, the repair is taken care of. The tricky part is knowing which terms matter.
I break each plan down so you can see what it covers and where it stops. The final choice is always yours.
Learn MoreParts That Can Fall Under Protection
Covered components
Engine Internals
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Pistons, crankshaft, valves and oil pump, the parts that wear from inside.
Drivetrain Parts
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Gears, torque converter, axles and joints that send power to your wheels.
Cooling & Electrical
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Water pump, radiator, alternator, starter and the sensors that run them.
Where the Coverage Line Usually Falls
Covered or left out
Usually covered
A listed part that breaks down during normal driving- Damage to nearby parts caused by that covered failure
- The diagnosis needed to track down a covered fault
- Seals and gaskets tied to a covered repair
Usually left out
Wear items like brake pads, tires and wiper blades- Fluid top-offs, filters and tune-ups
- Dents from a crash, hail or vandalism
- Problems that were there before you signed up
Drivers Who Checked Before Signing
Driver stories
I assumed my plan covered the whole car. Seeing the exclusions laid out showed me brakes and tires were on me, so the shop's answer didn't surprise me.
Sheryl W.Drives a family SUV
My truck has plenty of miles on it. Learning how named-part plans work helped me pick one that lists the transmission parts I worried about most.
Truman K.Owns an older pickup
I started keeping every service receipt after learning how much records matter. When my water pump failed, I had everything the contract asked for.
Burt A.Commutes in a sedan
The factory warranty comes with a new car. An extended plan covers its listed parts after that one runs out.
A repair shop finds the fault and checks with the plan provider. Once approved, the covered part gets fixed.
Many plans let you pick any licensed shop. I always point out when a plan sticks to a set list.
Some contracts move to the next owner, while others end when you sell. Look for a transfer clause.
Often, yes. Cars with more miles usually get a shorter parts list, and your records help me find a fit.