PlainAuto
Your car in plain language
Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
Your car, explained in plain language. Two modes: Car Owner and Mechanic. Works fully offline. No account required.
PlainAuto explains your car — and the shop — in plain language.
Whether you're a driver who wants to understand what that warning light means, or a technician who needs a quick torque spec, PlainAuto has you covered.
CAR OWNER MODE
• Warning Lights — what every dashboard light means, color-coded by urgency
• Emergency Guide — flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fluid leaks, and more
• DIY Repair Guides — step-by-step with tool lists and difficulty ratings
• Maintenance Schedule — know exactly what's due and when
• Cost Estimator — typical repair costs so you're never caught off guard
• Mechanic Visit Prep — questions to ask, upsells to decline, your rights
• Service History Log — track all maintenance, repairs, and costs over time
• Seasonal Prep — winterizing, summer prep, pre-road-trip checklists
• Fluids Guide — engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, transmission, and more
• Buying & Selling Guide — pre-purchase inspection, trade-in, private sale tips
MECHANIC / TECH MODE
• OBD-II Code Library — 500+ codes with plain-language causes and fixes
• Torque Spec Database — lug nuts, head bolts, drain plugs, suspension, and more
• Repair Procedures — step-by-step with special tools and time estimates
• Diagnostic Decision Trees — symptom-based troubleshooting sequences
• Wiring Color Codes — by manufacturer (GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Chrysler)
• Customer Explainer Cards — shareable cards that explain repairs in plain terms
• Labor Time Estimator — standard labor times for common repairs
• Parts Cross-Reference — cross-references across major brands
• Fluid Capacities — by make, model, and year
WORKS OFFLINE. No account required. No data collected.
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Information
- Seller
- Bhim Upadhyaya
- Size
- 4.9 MB
- Category
- Utilities
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 17.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 17.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 17.0 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 14.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Complete Bundle $12.99
- Pro Unlock $9.99
- Owner Premium $4.99
- Copyright
- © 2026 Bhim Upadhyaya