Terms of Use

Last updated: 9 November 2026

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of https://carmaintenanceservice.com (the "Site"). The Site is operated by X Enterprises, LLC, 18122 3rd Dr SE, Bothell, WA 98012 ("we," "us," or "our"). By using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.

What the Site is, and what it is not

The Site publishes general information about routine car maintenance and choosing a repair shop. We are not a repair shop, dealer, parts seller, inspection station, or roadside service, and we are not an agent of any shop, dealer, or vehicle maker. We do not repair, inspect, or diagnose vehicles. We do not book appointments, give quotes or estimates, or sell parts or service on this domain. Any service or part you buy is with the shop or seller, under its terms.

The Site name

"Car Maintenance Service" is the name of the Site. It describes the topic of our guides. It is not an offer of service, and it is not a statement about any shop, dealer, or service.

General information only

Content on the Site is for general information. It is not mechanical, legal, or purchasing advice. Maintenance schedules, oil grades, tire pressures, and other specifications are set by your vehicle's maker and appear in your owner's manual. Shop prices, estimates, warranties, and terms are set by each shop and can change. Check details with the shop before you approve work.

Car safety information

Car safety information on the Site is general. It does not cover every vehicle or situation, and it does not replace your owner's manual or an inspection by a qualified technician. Follow your owner's manual and a qualified technician. If you think your vehicle may be unsafe to drive, do not rely on the Site; have it checked by a qualified technician before you drive it. Do not attempt any repair you are not trained and equipped to do safely.

Recalls

The Site explains how to use the recall lookup run by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). We do not check recalls for you, and we do not promise that any recall search is complete. Recall results come from NHTSA and vehicle makers. Follow any recall notice you receive from the maker.

Repair rights and state law

Where the Site describes repair estimate, approval, or invoice rules, it uses Washington State as an example. Rules differ by state and can change. This is not legal advice. For your situation, check your state attorney general's consumer office or a lawyer.

Government sources

Where the Site cites NHTSA, FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency), the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, or the Washington State Legislature, we quote or summarize its public pages and link to the page. Those pages are summaries or laws as posted on the date we read them, and they can change. None of those agencies endorses the Site, any shop, or any product, and we are not affiliated with any government agency.

Brand names and trademarks

Vehicle maker, shop, parts, and other company names that may appear on the Site belong to their owners. We use them only to describe companies or products. The Site is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by those companies. A mention does not mean endorsement.

Affiliate links

Some links may be affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you buy through them, at no extra cost to you while that remains true for the programs we use. Any purchase is between you and the shop or seller, under its terms. See our Affiliate Disclosure.

Eligibility

The Site is written for adults. It is not directed to children under 13.

Acceptable use

You agree not to:

• use the Site in violation of any law;
• copy, scrape, or republish Site content in bulk without our written permission;
• interfere with, overload, or attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site.

Intellectual property

Site content, design, and text are owned by us or our licensors and are protected by law. You may view and share links to the Site for personal, non-commercial use. Quoted government text belongs to its source. Third-party names and trademarks are covered under "Brand names and trademarks" above.

Third-party websites

Links to shops, retailers, government sites, and other websites are provided for convenience. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their content, services, parts, prices, terms, or policies.

Disclaimer of warranties

THE SITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE," WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF ACCURACY, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT ANY SHOP, SERVICE, PART, PRICE, OR TERM DESCRIBED OR LINKED FROM THE SITE IS AVAILABLE, CURRENT, COMPLETE, OR RIGHT FOR YOUR VEHICLE.

Limitation of liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE AND OUR OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR GOODWILL, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE OR ANY PURCHASE OR SERVICE FROM A THIRD PARTY. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM RELATED TO THE SITE OR THESE TERMS WILL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS (US $100). NOTHING IN THESE TERMS LIMITS LIABILITY THAT CANNOT LAWFULLY BE LIMITED.

Indemnification

You will defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless from claims, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your misuse of the Site or your violation of these Terms.

Dispute resolution; binding arbitration; class-action waiver

Please read this section carefully. Except for small-claims matters and claims for injunctive relief over intellectual property, any dispute about these Terms or the Site will be resolved by binding individual arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. The seat of arbitration will be King County, Washington, unless you and we agree otherwise. You and we waive any right to a jury trial and to take part in a class, consolidated, or representative action. If the class-action waiver is found unenforceable for a claim, that claim must proceed in court and not in arbitration.

Governing law and venue

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to conflict-of-law rules. Subject to the arbitration section, exclusive venue for permitted court actions is the state or federal courts in King County, Washington, and you consent to jurisdiction there.

Assignment and change of operator

We may assign or transfer these Terms, and the Site, to a successor operator, including as part of a sale of the Site, without notice to you. After that, the successor operator takes our place under these Terms and may post its own terms. You may not assign these Terms without our written consent.

Changes

We may update these Terms by posting a revised version on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Continued use after that date means you accept the revised Terms.

Miscellaneous

These Terms, with the Privacy Policy and Affiliate Disclosure, are the entire agreement between you and us about the Site. If any provision is unenforceable, the rest remain in effect. Our failure to enforce a provision is not a waiver.

Contact

There is no contact email. You may write to:

X Enterprises, LLC
18122 3rd Dr SE
Bothell, WA 98012