Last Updated: 06/18/13

Extended Warranties & Service Contracts

Coverages
Exclusions
Your Responsibilities
The Fine Print

Unfortunately due to this being older than 13 years old we are unable to offer any extended warranties or service contracts on it.

Component
Description
Available

Engine

Engine block and cylinder heads are covered when damage due to a failure of an internally Lubricated Part. All internal lubricated parts, harmonic balancer, timing belt, balance shaft belt, gears, pulleys and tensioners, oil pump, intake and exhaust manifolds, diesel engine vacuum pump, timing chain cover, valve covers, oil pan and rotor housing

Transmission

Transmission case and all internal Lubricated Parts, torque converter, transmission mounts, flex plate, flywheel, clutch master cylinder, clutch slave cylinder, vacuum modulator

Drive Axle(s)

Drive axel housing and all internal Lubricated Parts, drive shafts, universal joints, and constant velocity joint, (unless failure was caused by neglected, torn cracked or perforated constant velocity joint boot)

Steering

Steering gear box or rack, and all internally lubricated parts, power steering pump, steering column shaft, steering column shaft couplings, pitman arm, idler arm, tie rod end(s), drag link

Electrical	Alternator, voltage regulator, starter motor & drive, starter solenoid, ignition module, windshield wiper motor(s)
Electrical	Power seat motors, power antenna motor, power window motor(s), power door lock actuator, fuel pressure regulator, sunroof motor, convertible top motor, driver information gauge indicators relating to the operation if the vehicle (burned out lights/ lamps/ L.E.D.s are not covered,) body control module control dash power supply, cruise control module and servo/transducer, fuel sending unit. fuel gauge, metal fuel delivery lines, idle speed motor, manifold pressure sensor, manifold temperature sensor, throttle position sensor, mass air flow sensor, oxygen sensor, coolant temperature sensor, vehicle speed sensor, camshaft position sensor, crankshaft angle sensor, E.C.M. primary fuel injection computer, temperature control programmer.

Air Conditioner

Condenser, compressor, compressor clutch & pulley, idler pulley bearing, evaporator, receiver dryer and orifice tube, blower motor

Suspension

Radius arm, control arms, control arm shafts, bearings and bushings, king pin and king pin bushings, strut bar and bushings, stabilizer bar, stabilizer link, stabilizer bushing, spindle, wheel bearings, torsion bars

Cooling

Water pump, engine cooling fan motor, radiator, radiator fan, fan clutch

Fuel

Fuel delivery pump, fuel injectors, fuel tank

Brakes

Standard and ABS brake system master cylinder, ABS accumulator, ABS control module, ABS pump, ABS motor, ABS reservoir, ABS wheel speed sensors, power brake cylinder, vacuum assist booster, compensating valve, disc brake caliper(s), wheel cylinder(s), wheel cylinder(s), hydraulic lines and hydraulic line fitting

Exclusions - What this contract does not cover

This Contract provides no benefits or coverage and We have no obligation under this Contract for:
- A Breakdown caused by lack of customary, proper Vehicle Manufacturer's specified maintenance.
- A Breakdown caused by contamination of or lack of proper fuels, fluids, coolants or lubricants, including a Breakdown caused by a failure to replace seals or gaskets in a timely manner.
- A Breakdown caused by towing a trailer, another vehicle or any other object unless Your Vehicle is equipped for this use as recommended by the Vehicle Manufacturer.
- Repair of any part in connection with a Covered Repair when those parts are not necessary for the completion of the Covered Repair or were not damaged by the failure of a Covered Part. Such repair or replacement is an improvement to Your Vehicle and is not covered by this Contract.
- Pre-existing damage, or a Breakdown that occurred before Your purchase of this Contract, either of which would have been obvious and apparent if that component was inspected at time of purchase.
- A Breakdown caused by or involving modifications or additions to Your Vehicle unless those modifications or additions were preformed or recommended by the Vehicle Manufacturer.
- A Breakdown caused by off-roading, misuse, abuse, racing or any form of competition.
- Any cost covered by a repair facility's or parts supplier's guarantee, or any cost which would normally be covered by a Vehicle Manufacturer's warranty or a dealer warranty required under state law, whether or not such warranty is in force respecting Your Vehicle.
- Costs of other damages caused by the failure of a part listed in the Contract as an excluded part.
- Damage to the Vehicle caused by continued Vehicle operation after the Breakdown of a Covered Part.
- Any liability, cost or damages You incur or may incur to any third parties, other than for Covered Parts.
- A Breakdown caused by rust or corrosion.
- A Breakdown caused by collision, fire, electrical fire or meltdown, theft, freezing, vandalism, riot, explosion, lightning, earthquake, windstorm, hail, water, flood or acts of public enemy or any government authority, or for any hazard insurable under standard physical damage insurance policies whether or not such insurance is in force respecting Your Vehicle.
- A Breakdown outside the continental United States or Canada.
- Loss of use, loss of time, lost of profits or savings, inconvenience, commercial loss, or other incidental or consequential damage or loss that results from a Breakdown.
- Liability for damage to property, or for injury to, death of, any person arising out of the operation, maintenance or use of Your Vehicle whether or not related to a Breakdown.
- Any cost or other benefit for which the Vehicle Manufacturer has announced its responsibility through any means including public recalls or factory service bulletins.
- Any part not covered, or excluded, by the original Vehicle Manufacturer's warranty.
- Loss of compression through gradual failure of rings and valves.
- Constant velocity joint boots.
- A gradual reduction in performance capability due to day-to-day routine operation.
- The maintenance services and parts described in paragraph 1 under "Your Obligations" or in the Vehicle Manufacturer's maintenance schedule for Your Vehicle.
- Other normal maintenance services and parts, including, without limitation, engine tune-up, spark plugs, ignition wires, distributor cap and rotor, carburetor, EGR valve, batteries, filters, lubricants or fluids, air conditioning refrigerant or engine coolant (except when such lubricants, fluids, refrigerant or coolant must be replaced as part of the repair or replacement of a Covered Part), all hoses and belts that are not specifically listed under "Covered Parts," wiper blades, brake pads and shoes, brake rotors and drums, suspension alignment, tires, wheel balancing, shock absorbers, exhaust system, friction clutch disc and pressure plate, and clutch throw out bearing.
- Glass, glass framework and fastening adhesives, sealed beam head lamps, light bulbs, lenses, HID assemblies, Safety restraint systems (including airbags), trim, moldings, bright metal, upholstery and carpeting, paint, sheet metal, body panels, structural framework and structural welds.
- After market accessories or non-original equipment, components and systems not installed by the Vehicle Manufacturer, including, without limitation, anti-theft systems, radio/speaker equipment, telephones, cruise control and sunroof.
- GPS navigation systems and TV/Video/DVD/Entertainment Systems.
- Damage to a Covered Part caused by a part that is not a Covered Part.
- Repairs preformed without Our prior authorization.
- To any parts or systems that are considered alternative fuel or electric/hybrid vehicle related.
In addition, this Contract provides no benefits or coverage and We have no obligation under this Contract if:
- The Vehicle odometer fails, or for any reason does not record the actual mileage of Your Vehicle after purchase date and You do not have it repaired and the mileage certified within thirty (30) days of failure date.
- Your Vehicle is used for business, deliveries, construction of commercial hauling, or as a postal vehicle, taxi, police car or other emergency vehicle.
- You rent Your Vehicle to someone else.
- Your vehicle is equipped with a snow plow or used to snow plow.
- You are using or have used your vehicle is a manner that is not recommended by the Vehicle Manufacturer.
- Your Vehicle is modified from the Vehicle Manufacturer's original specifications.

Your Obligations

In order for the Contract to remain in force, You must:
- Change the oil and oil filter in the Vehicle at least every six (6) months or 5,000 miles whichever comes first, or at the intervals specified by the Vehicle Manufacturer, whichever is less.
- Replace the timing belt in the Vehicle at the intervals specified by the Vehicle Manufacturer.
- Perform all other maintenance and servicing of the Vehicle as recommended by the Vehicle Manufacturer.
- Keep, and make available to the Administrator upon request, verifiable signed receipts that show that the above required maintenance and services were timely preformed.
In order for a claim payment to be made under this Contract:
- You must have Your repair facility obtain an authorization number from the Administrator prior to beginning any repair to a Covered Part.
- You must pay the Deductible (if any) for all Covered Repairs preformed in a single visit to a repair facility.
- You are responsible for authorizing and paying for any teardown or diagnostic time needed to determine if Your Vehicle has a Covered Breakdown. If the Administrator determines that there is a Covered Breakdown then We will pay for the responsible cost of the teardown and diagnostic time as part of the Covered Repair.
- You must send all repair documentation requested by the Administrator to the following address:
  First Automotive Service Corporation,
  P O Box 30250
  Albuquerque, NM 87190-0250
To make a claim, call the Administrator toll-free at 1-866-410-6748. Claims Department hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Central Time. CLAIMS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN SIXTY (60) DAYS FROM AUTHORIZATION TO QUALIFY FOR REIMBURSEMENT.
EMERGENCY REPAIRS: If emergency repairs covered by this Contract are required outside the Selling Dealer's or Administrator's business hours, You should deliver Your Vehicle to a licensed repair facility and have the necessary repairs preformed at a reasonable and customary charge. On the next business day, You should report the repairs to the Administrator. To report an emergency repair and obtain a reimbursement, please call the claims number below for instructions. Emergency repairs are only those repairs, which, if not preformed, would render Your Vehicle inoperable or unsafe to drive and impair its future operation.

Our Obligations

Covered Breakdowns (Deductible Applies). If a Covered Part experiences a Breakdown during the term of this Contract, We will pay You or the repair facility, less the Deductible (if any), up to the Limits of Liability, for the repair or replacement, as the Administrator deems appropriate, of the Covered Part(s) that caused the Breakdown, but if:
- You have met Your obligations as described in this Contract; and
- The Breakdown is not one of the excluded Breakdowns listed under the heading "EXCLUSIONS - WHAT THIS CONTRACT DOES NOT COVER" below.
This Contract refers to a Breakdown that is covered as a "Covered Breakdown." Replacement parts can be of like kind and quality. They may include new, remanufactured or used parts as determined by the Administrator. The use of non-original manufacturer's parts is permitted. Administrator reserves the right to inspect any Vehicle prior to authorization of a claim.
Additional Benefits (No Deductible)
- Rental Car. We will reimburse You for a rental car at a rate of up to $30.00 for every eight (8) hours of labor time required to complete a Covered Repair, up to a maximum of $150.00 per Covered Breakdown. If there is a verifiable delay in obtaining a part needed to complete a Covered Repair, We will reimburse You for a rental car for up to an additional two (2) days. Labor time required is determined from the national repair manual in use by the repair facility. You must provide the Administrator with a valid receipt from a licensed rental agency to obtain reimbursement for a rental car.
- Towing. We will reimburse You towing if the Vehicle is disabled due to a Covered Breakdown, up to a maximum of $50.00 per Covered Breakdown. You must provide the Administrator with a valid receipt to obtain reimbursement for towing.

Covered Parts

Subject to the terms and conditions of this Contract, We will pay, or reimburse You, for the reasonable costs to repair or replace any or all of the following listed Covered Parts for the coverage specified below that You have purchased) that fail as the result of a Covered Breakdown, subject to the exclusions listed in the "EXCLUSIONS- WHAT THIS CONTRACT DOES NOT COVER" section.

Cancellation of this contract

By You

If the Contract Price was financed, You may cancel this Contract by contacting the Administrator. If the Contract Price was not financed, You may cancel the Contract by contacting the Selling Dealer.

By Us

We reserve the right to cancel the Contract and will not pay for a Covered Breakdown if:
- The Vehicle odometer fails, or for any reason does not record the actual mileage of Your Vehicle after purchase date and You do not have it repaired and the mileage certified within thirty (30) days of failure date.
- Your Vehicle is used for business, deliveries, construction of commercial hauling, or as a postal vehicle, taxi, police car or other emergency vehicle.
- You rent Your Vehicle to someone else.
- Your vehicle is equipped with a snow plow or used to snow plow.
- You are using or have used your vehicle is a manner that is not recommended by the Vehicle Manufacturer.
- Your Vehicle is modified from the Vehicle Manufacturer's original specifications.

By the Lien Holder

You understand and acknowledge that the Lien Holder (if any) has the right to cancel this contract if the Vehicle is repossessed or destroyed or You are otherwise in default of Your obligations to repay the amount financed by the Lien Holder.

Refunds and Charges

If the Contract price was financed, You will be entitled to a full refund of the Contract Price, less a $50 cancellation fee, if you provide a written notice of cancellation to the Administrator within the first thirty (30) days after the Contract Sale Date, and if You have not filed a claim under this Contract. If the Contract Price was not financed, You will be entitled to a full refund of the Contract Price, less a $50 cancellation fee, if you provide a written notice of cancellation to the Selling Dealer within the first thirty (30) days after the Contract Sale Date, and if You have not filed a claim under this Contract.

Definitions

"Administrator Obligor and Administrator" means First Automotive Service Corporation.
"Breakdown" means the total failure of any Covered Part to work as it was designed to work in normal service.
"Covered Breakdown" means a Breakdown that is covered by this contract.
"Covered Part" means an item listed as a Covered Part in the "Covered Parts" section.
"Covered Repair" means a repair to a Covered Part approved by the Administrator.
"Deductible" means the deductible, if any, shown on the first page of this Contract.
"Installment Contract" means the agreement You sign with the Selling Dealer whereby You agree to buy the Vehicle Identified on the first page of the Contract.
"Lien Holder" means the entity (if any) to whom the Selling Dealer assigned the Installment Contract as identified on the first page of the Contract.
"Limits of Liability" has the meaning given to such term in the "Other Important Contract Provisions/Limitations - Limits of Our Liability" section on this page.
"Lubricated Part" means a part that requires lubrication to perform its function.
"Selling Dealer" means the automobile dealer identified on the first page of this Contract.
"Term of Installment Contract" means the period of time during which You will pay for the Vehicle.
"Vehicle" mean the Vehicle covered by this Contract, as Identified on the first page of this Contract.
"Vehicle Manufacturer" mean the manufacturer of the Vehicle.
"Vehicle / Contract Sale Date" means the date the Vehicle and this Contract were purchased.
"Vehicle Purchase Price" means the price paid for the Vehicle excluding dealer prep, tax, and additional products.
"We," "Us" and "Our" refers to the Administrator /Obligor shown on the first page of this Contract.
"You," "Your," "Yours" and "I" refers to the customer identified on the first page of this Contract.

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