This page of the Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 game guide describes diagnosing car faults.
We describe how to find faulty parts to replace (Examination mode).
We describe in detail how to use the Examination Mode and additional diagnostic tools.
On the Easy difficulty level, the list of parts to fix is always fully visible.
These can all be discovered by taking them out of the car.
Unfortunately it’s a time-consuming option that’s usually not even necessary.
It’s much more convenient to examine the car and find out which parts need replacement that way.
Some damaged parts can be detected via visual examination.
Examination Mode
The easiest way of examining the car is checking it visually in Examination Mode.
Visual check-up can only uncover damages in specific parts: suspension, exhaust and engine.
Pull up the pie menu while looking at the car and smack the Examination Mode icon.
Hold down the interact button and wait for all of the group-specific parts to be examined.
Examination Mode can be initiated whenever the player wants.
Additional tools
Additional diagnostic tools can be unlocked in your garage by spending Credits.
Tools Purchase
Click any of the tool cabinets in your garage.
The garage has several of them with different shapes and sizes, but functionally they’re all the same.
Each tool costs a certain amount of Credits.
Using tools
hit the engine to enter Disassembly Mode.
choose the Extra Tools option in the pie menu.
All of the extra diagnostics tools in the newly opened tab are described below.
Test Path
The Test Path is a vehicular inspection station where technical tests are carried out.
This includes small rubber bushings, which are difficult to find but often require replacement.
Unlocking the Test Path
go for the toolbox in the garage.
Cost: 10000 CR
Choose the Test Path option in the Garage Expansion menu.
Placing a car on the Test Path
go for the Move Car option in the pie menu.
Choose Test Path from the available set of options.
Once you’re inside, interact with the computer standing by the wall to start the test.
Once you’re done, you’ll obtain a detailed report about the condition of many parts at once.
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