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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]First thing:

Do NOT call them a “mechanic”.

They are automotive technicians. Or “techs”.

Then say:

“It’s got an ongoing problem with the shifter wiring harness. There was a TSB a while ago for this, I’m pretty sure ASE did a write up on it, too, but I can’t remember. I did a band-aide fix on it and would work for a while and then fail again, but I’m tired of messing with it and I need it fixed the right way”.

Say that, and you’ll be just fine.

Labor is $100-$125/hr at most shops. No idea what the harness costs or the labor time, so I can’t give you a quote. But the most expensive wiring harness I ever gave a quote for was $14,000 not including labor, for a 2003 BMW 760iL. Water damage from bad weather stripping. Totaled the car.

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Thanks! And I understand my faux pas in regards to the job title. I’m a flight attendant who inwardly cringes when referred to as “stewardess”, so I promise I’ll do better.

And the part itself is $20, which makes me want to cry! [/quote]

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