Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Interview Sheet Sample
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Interview sheet |
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Customer name |
MR/MS |
Registration number |
Initial year registration |
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Vehicle type |
VIN |
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Storage date |
Engine/traction Motor |
Mileage |
km (Mile) |
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Symptom |
Does not operate () function |
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Warning lamp turns ON.
Other () |
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Noise (Location:) Vibration (Location:) |
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Other () |
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First occurrence |
Recently Other () |
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Frequency of occurrence |
Always Under a certain conditions of Sometimes (time(s)/day) |
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Climate conditions |
Irrelevant |
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Weather |
Fine Cloud Rain Snow Others () |
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Temperature |
Hot Warm Cool Cold Temperature [Approx. deg.C (deg.F)] |
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Relative humidity |
High Moderate Low |
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Road conditions |
Ordinary road Highway Mountainous road (uphill or downhill) Rough road |
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Operating condition, etc. |
Irrelevant When engine/traction motor starts During idling During driving During acceleration At constant speed driving During deceleration Immediately before stop [Vehicle speed: Approx. km/h (MPH)] During cornering (right curve or left curve) When steering wheel is steered (to right or to left) |
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Other conditions |
VDC OFF switch operation |
Yes No |
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Use of other functions (ex. ICC) |
Yes No () |
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Presence of non-genuine parts installation |
Yes No () |
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Memo |
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NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.