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CarShield pays for repairs to the mechanical parts of your vehicle. Most CarShield protection plans will cover engines, transmissions, drive axles, water pumps, and transfer cases (a metal casing that delivers power in four-wheel-drive). Some CarShield plans also cover things like a car’s air conditioning, steering, suspension and starter.
Repairs Covered by CarShield Plans
| Type of Repair | Aluminum Plan | Silver Plan | Gold Plan | Platinum Plan |
| AC | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Alternator | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Brakes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Drive axle | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electrical | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Engine | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Factory audio | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Fuel delivery | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel injector | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel pump | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| GPS/Navi | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Instrument cluster | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Power windows | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Radiator | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Starter | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Steering | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Suspension | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Transfer case | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Transmission | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Water pump | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wiring harness | Yes | No | No | No |
CarShield also offers a plan for motorcycles and ATVs, which covers general mechanical parts like brakes and drive axles.
To learn more about how CarShield compares with its competitors, check out WalletHub’s picks for the best extended car warranties.
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How much does it cost for roadside assistance to change a tire?
It costs $20 to $100 for roadside assistance to change a tire if you do not have a spare tire to use. There is no extra charge beyond normal roadside assistance membership dues if you do have your own spare tire.
Companies Offering Roadside Assistance That Will Change a Tire
- Allstate
- American Family
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- Progressive
- State Farm
- Travelers
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- Good Sam
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