My Summer Car is not just a car assembly simulator, but a whole life with its everyday problems, drunkenness and... eternal repairs falling apart on the move Satsuma. Mechanic Flecky (or Flekkari) is your main savior when the engine knocks like a tractor and the wheel falls off at full speed. But how to interact with him correctly so as not to be left without money and without a car? In this guide we'll look at all the nuances of repairs from a mechanic: from diagnostics to saving on spare parts.

Many newbies lose thousands stamps on unnecessary parts or fall into the traps of the game when Flecky “forgets” to fix something critical. We have analyzed repair mechanics, prices for spare parts, typical bugs and even ways to deceive the system (legal, of course). If you are tired of dragging your car on a rope or spending hours troubleshooting, this guide is for you.

1. How to deliver a car to a mechanic: 5 working methods

The first problem is deliver the broken one Satsuma to Fleki garage. If the engine stalls, the suspension falls apart, or the wheel flies into the forest, you will have to improvise. Here are proven methods, from cheapest to most reliable:

  • 🔧 Rope towing is cheap but slow. Suitable if the machine has at least one impeller and steering. Minus: the speed is not higher than 20 km/h, otherwise the rope will break.
  • 🚜 Tractors Jonnez ES or Ferndale — reliable, but requires fuel and driving skills. You can tow it on a cable or load the car on a trailer (if you have one).
  • 🚗 Help from a friend - if you have a second player in multiplayer, he can tow your Satsuma on your machine (for example, on Hayosiko).
  • 💰 Call a tow truck — the game has a tow truck phone number (located in the phone book). Worth it 500 marks, but will save hours of time.
  • 🔄 Cheat command - if you play singleplayer and I don’t mind cheats, you can teleport a car with the command teleportcar [ID] (Fleki garage ID - 12).

⚠️ Attention: If you are towing a car with a rope, don't forget to turn on the ignition (L default) - otherwise the steering wheel will be locked, and Satsuma will skid at every turn. Also follow fuel level in the towing vehicle: Jonnez guzzles gas like crazy.

📊 How do you usually take your car to a mechanic?
On a rope
On a tractor
I'm calling a tow truck
Cheats
Other

2. Diagnosis of faults: what exactly breaks down Satsuma

Flecky won't fix the car "just like that" - he needs indicate exactly what is broken. To do this you need to carry out diagnostics. B My Summer Car yes 14 main nodesthat may fail:

Knot Signs of breakdown Repair cost (brand) Can I fix it myself?
Engine Doesn't start, knocks, smokes, overheats 800–2500 Partially (spark plugs, timing belt)
Gearbox Gears do not engage, crunching noise when shifting 1200–3000 No (requires special tools)
Suspension The car rolls, knocking when driving over bumps 300–1500 Yes (shock absorbers, springs)
Brakes The pedal falls, the car does not brake 400–1200 Yes (pads, brake hoses)
Electrics Headlights, turn signals, starter do not work 200–800 Partially (fuses, wires)

To understand what exactly is broken, enable debugging (F3 → Debug → Vehicle Debug). There will be a list of all damaged parts with the percentage of wear. Also pay attention to visual signs:

  • 🔥 Smoke from under the hood - problems with the engine or radiator.
  • 💨 Whistle when pressing the gas pedal — the alternator or timing belt has broken.
  • 🔊 Metal scraping — suspension or brake discs.
  • 🚨 Battery light flashing — problems with the generator or battery.

Critical nuance: if in Debug the part is worn out less than 20%, Flecky will refuse to fix it, even if it knocks or smokes. In this case, it will only help complete replacement of the part (You can buy it from him or at a landfill).

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If the car does not start, but the starter turns, check fuel pump (it often breaks after the gas tank falls). You can fix it yourself by removing the back seat and getting to the hatch underneath.

3. Repair prices at Fleka: how not to overpay

Flecky takes money for every repaired part, and not for complex repairs. This means that if your engine, gearbox and suspension are broken, you will have to pay for each separately. Here are the current prices (for version 1.6.3):

Detail Repair cost (brand) Cost of a new part (brand) Is it better to repair or replace?
Engine (overhaul) 2500 4500 Repair
Gearbox 3000 5000 Repair
Radiator 600 800 Change (often leaks after repair)
Shock absorbers (set) 1200 900 Change
Brake pads 400 300 Change

⚠️ Attention: Flecks sometimes sets a price higher than the real one, if he sees that you have a lot of money. To save:

  • 💰 Keep your money in a bank account — Take with you from the mechanic exactly as much as you need for repairs.
  • 🔄 Restart the game — sometimes after a restart prices are reset to adequate levels.
  • 🗑️ Sell unwanted parts — You can return old spare parts (for example, a broken radiator) to Fleka and get a discount.

Another life hack: if you have several parts broken, fix them one by one. Sometimes after repairing one component (for example, an engine), other problems arise (such as suspension knocking) disappear by themselves - this way you will save hundreds of marks.

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Repairs from Fleka are more profitable than buying new parts only for expensive components (engine, gearbox). Small spare parts (brake pads, shock absorbers) are cheaper to buy at a junkyard and replace yourself.

4. Step-by-step instructions: how to send your car for repairs

Fleki's repair process consists of 5 stages. If you miss even one, the mechanic will refuse to work or “forget” to fix something important. Follow this checklist:

1. Park the car on a lift (exactly according to the marks)

2. Get out of the car and approach Flecky

3. Select "Diagnosis"

4. Pay for diagnostics (200 marks)

5. Select parts for repair and pay for them

6. Wait for the repair to be completed (don’t go far)

7. Pick up the car and test it while driving-->

Now let's look at each step in detail:

  1. Parking on the lift. The car must be parked exactly in the center (marks on the garage floor). If the wheel goes out of bounds, Flecky will refuse to lift the car. Use hand brake (H) to Satsuma didn't slide down.
  2. Diagnostics. After payment 200 marks Flecky will inspect the car and give you a list of faults. Check it carefully - sometimes he “does not notice” obvious breakdowns (for example, a broken tire).
  3. Selection of parts for repair. Click only on those nodes that really broken. If you choose everything in a row, you can spend 5000+ stamps for unnecessary repairs.
  4. Payment and waiting. After payment Flecky will start working. Don't go too far from the garage - if you go beyond the location, the repair will be interrupted and the money will be lost.
  5. Checking the result. After renovation be sure to take a ride — sometimes Flecky “forgets” to tighten the bolts or add oil. If the car is still knocking, come back and ask for a repair (for free).

⚠️ Attention: If during repair Fleki's generator will run out of gas (it stands to the left of the garage), the process will be interrupted. Always keep a can of gasoline in your inventory and add more to the generator if it starts to sneeze.

5. Typical bugs and how to get around them

My Summer Car is famous for its bugs, and Fleka's repairs are no exception. Here are the most common problems and ways to solve them:

  • 🐛 Flecky doesn't see the breakdown. It happens that a part is clearly broken (for example, a wheel has fallen off), but this is not included in the diagnostics. Solution: travel by car 1–2 km — sometimes the breakdown “appears” after movement.
  • 💸 The money was lost and the repairs were not done. If you paid for repairs, but Flecky did not fix anything - restart the game. Usually after a restart the money is returned and the problem disappears.
  • 🔧 The car is stuck on a lift. If after repair Satsuma does not move off the lift - try it push it manually (E for interaction). If it doesn't help, use a cheat unstick.
  • 🔄 Repair prices are too high. Flecky sometimes sets a price of 2–3 times higher than normal. Solution: save the game, sell unnecessary parts (for example, spare wheels), and then go back to the repair menu - the prices will be reset.

One more hidden bug: if you bring your car on a tow truck and then try to tow it - Satsuma maybe disappear from the game. To avoid this, Always park on a lift manually, even if they used a tow truck.

What to do if Flecky stole your car?

Sometimes after repairs a car disappears from the garage. This is a known save related bug. To return Satsuma:

1. Load the last save (before repair).

2. Tow the car back to your house.

3. Save the game and reload it.

4. Take the car to Flecky again - the problem usually disappears.

If it doesn't help, check your save folder (.../My Summer Car/saves) for the presence of duplicate files.

6. Alternatives to repairs from Flecky: when is it better to repair it yourself?

Not all breakdowns require the intervention of a mechanic. Some details It's cheaper and faster to fix it yourself, especially if you have the tools. Here's what you can do without Flecky:

Breakdown How to fix it yourself Required Tools Savings (brands)
Punctured wheel Remove the wheel and fix it in the garage (R → "Repair") Jack, wheel wrench 300
Spark plugs Remove the coils, unscrew the spark plugs, clean or replace Socket wrench 16 mm 400
Brake pads Remove the wheel, unscrew the caliper, replace the pads Key 17 mm, screwdriver 500
Battery Charge from a generator at home or replace with a new one Key 10 mm 200
Headlights/turn signals Check fuses, replace light bulbs Screwdriver 100

If you decide to fix it yourself, use repair manual (lies in the garage on the table). There are diagrams for disassembling all the components. It is also useful to keep on hand:

  • 🔨 Tool set — without them you can’t even unscrew the wheel.
  • 🛢️ Oil and liquids — after repairing the suspension or brakes, you need to top up.
  • 📦 Spare parts from landfill - cheaper than Fleka (for example, shock absorbers cost 300 marks instead of 1200).

⚠️ Attention: If you assemble the part incorrectly (for example, by mixing up the order of the washers when installing the wheel), this can lead to speed accidents. Always check the fastenings after repair!

7. Life hacks: how to save on repairs and avoid being scammed

Flecks are not the most honest mechanic, and the game sometimes throws hidden traps. Here's how to get around them and save money:

  • 💵 Bargain. If the price for repairs seems too high - exit the menu and come back again. Sometimes Flecky reduces the price by 10–20%.
  • 🔄 Use the "save bug". Before repairing, save the game, pay for the diagnostics, and then load the save. The money for diagnostics will be returned, but the list of breakdowns will remain.
  • 🛒 Buy parts from a junkyard. For example, used radiator worth it 400 marks against 800 at Fleki's. Cons: Parts from the junkyard often break down faster.
  • 🔧 Fix small things yourself. Changing oil, spark plugs or pads costs 3–5 times cheaperif you do it yourself.
  • 🚗 Do not repair your car with a full tank. Flecky sometimes "forgets" to close the gas tank and fuel leaks out. Leave no more before repairing 10 liters.

One more secret trick: if you have broken several parts of one unit (for example, suspension: shock absorbers + springs + levers), repair them one by one. Sometimes, after one part is fixed, the others are “magically” restored, and you only pay for one breakdown.

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If Flecky refuses to fix the car for no apparent reason, check if he is lying on the seat beer bottle or other garbage. Sometimes this blocks repairs.

8. Frequently asked questions about repairs in My Summer Car

🔧 Why doesn’t Flecky see that my engine is broken?

Most likely, there is less engine wear 20% (check in Debug). There is also a bug when the breakdown is not displayed after a long drive without saving. Solution: drive 1–2 km and take the car in for diagnostics again.

💰 How much does an engine overhaul cost?

At Fleka's - 2500 marks. But if the engine wear is greater 80%, cheaper to buy used engine in a junkyard (3000–3500 marks) and replace it yourself. There's a new engine in the shop 5000 marks.

🚗 Is it possible to fix a car at Fleka’s if it has no wheels?

Yes, but it's necessary put the car on a lift using a tractor. If you just push Satsuma without wheels - it will fall off the lift, and Flecky will refuse to work. Alternative: Buy wheels from a junkyard (150 marks per piece) and install before repair.

⚡ What to do if the car does not start after repair?

Check:

  1. Is there gasoline (sometimes Flecky drains it “forgetting” to top it up).
  2. Didn't it fly off? battery (happens after electrical repairs).
  3. Is it clogged? fuel filter (can be cleaned by yourself) 5 minutes).

If all else fails, save, reload the game and try again.

🔄 Is it possible to cancel repairs from Fleka and get the money back?

Officially, no. But there is a workaround:

  1. Save your game before paying for repairs.
  2. Pay for the repairs and wait for Flecky to start working.
  3. Close the game via task manager (don't save!).
  4. Load the save - the money will be returned, and the repair will be cancelled.
Risk: sometimes quest progress breaks after this.