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Written estimate

RO 24187

Car: 2017 Honda CR-V EX, 68,412 miles
You said: Grinding from the front brakes, brake light on

Brake inspection and road test0.8 hr labor Already done $119
Front brake pads and rotorsPads at 2 mm, rotors scored. Parts $186, labor 1.6 hr Do now $389
Brake fluid exchangeFluid tested dark and wet. Parts $22, labor 0.7 hr Do soon $129
Cabin air filterDirty, not urgent. Parts $28, labor 0.2 hr Can wait $54
Wiper blades, front pairStreaking. Parts $36, labor 0.1 hr Can wait $44

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