“Chitti, is this serious — and am I being charged a fair price?”
You don’t need to know car words. Tell Chitti what’s happening — by voice or tap — and get an honest answer: what it likely is, can you keep driving, can you fix it yourself or must you see a mechanic, and what a fair price is. Chitti never guesses on your safety.
❓ How to use Chitti Car Mechanic
Pick a button below. Diagnose a noise/warning light. Check if a mechanic’s quote is fair. Inspect a used car before buying. Get the right oil/tyre. See every renewal due (insurance, PUC, service). Every answer has a 🔊 to hear it aloud, a 🤖 to ask Chitti more, and 👍/👎/✏️ to tell us if it helped — in your language.
Tell me what’s wrong
Describe the noise, smell or warning — e.g. “AC not cooling”, “grinding brakes”, “car won’t start”, “overheating”. Chitti tells you the likely cause, if it’s safe to drive, and whether you can fix it.
OBD warning code
Got a code from a scanner (like P0300)? Chitti explains it in plain words + tells you if it’s safe to drive.
Can I fix it myself?
Type a job — e.g. “wiper”, “bulb”, “brake pads”, “airbag”. Chitti tells you Safe-DIY 🟢, Caution 🟡, or Mechanic-only 🔴. Safety-critical work is always mechanic-only.
Understand my car (no jargon)
Short, plain explanations of every part — engine, brakes, tyres, battery, warning lights — and whether you can touch it safely.
Is this mechanic’s quote fair?
Pick the job and enter the quoted price. Chitti compares it to the expected India range and flags overcharging.
Buying a used car? Check it first
Tick what’s true after inspecting. A failed critical check (accident, odometer, loan, engine) is a walk-away. Chitti also suggests a fair offer.
Check the car's history before you pay
Enter the registration number. Chitti tells you exactly what to verify (accident, odometer, loan, challan) and opens the official portals. Chitti never invents a history.
EMI calculator
See your monthly EMI and the true total you'll pay, before you sign a car loan.
Full 50-point inspection checklist
Walk the car with Chitti. Each point shows who can check it (you 🟢 or a mechanic 🔧) and whether it's critical (a fail = walk away).
Selling your car?
Enter the market value. Chitti gives a listing price, a realistic selling price, and tips to get more.
What’s due on my car?
Chitti reads your saved car (the “My Car” tab) and lists everything due — insurance, PUC, service, timing belt — with how urgent it is. Save your dates in My Car first.
Am I overpaying for insurance?
Enter your current premium. Chitti shows an indicative comparison ranked by claim-settlement ratio + price, so you can shop before renewing. (Always confirm the real quote.)
PUC check
Enter your PUC expiry date. Chitti tells you if it’s valid and the fine risk if expired.
Which engine oil should I use?
Chitti recommends the right grade for your fuel type. Always confirm against your owner’s manual.
What should each service cost?
Expected India price range for each service item, with who can do it (you 🟢 or a mechanic 🔧). Compare against any quote you're given.
Tyre check + recommendation
Enter tread depth (coin test) and/or the 4-digit DOT week/year on the sidewall. Chitti says if you must replace, and which tyre fits your use.
Battery check
Enter your battery’s install date. Chitti tells you when to get it tested or replaced.
Should I switch to CNG / EV?
Enter your current monthly fuel spend. Chitti computes the monthly saving and payback time — honestly, never a guarantee.
Is this spare part genuine?
Counterfeit parts can be dangerous. Chitti shows you how to verify — by the OEM QR / serial check, not by how it looks. Chitti never declares a part “genuine” from a photo.
My Car — saved on this device only
Save your car once; Chitti remembers it for reminders & scores. Nothing leaves your phone. “Chitti forget” wipes it.
My car — health dashboard
One snapshot of every system (documents, service, battery, tyres, engine) from your saved car. Each shows a 🟢/🟡/🔴 with a word.
My savings this year
Chitti logs every rupee it helps you save (caught a scam, switched insurance…) toward the ₹10,000 goal.
My car — full timeline
Your car's story in order — purchase, services done, and every renewal coming up. Built from what you saved in “My Car”.