PremierCare coverage frees you from the aggravation of costly repairs for your new or pre-owned used vehicle.

API's PremierCare coverage is very comprehensive. Nearly every mechanical part and system is covered, including thousands of parts with few exclusions, such as normal maintenance services and replacement parts and parts or accessories not produced by the manufacturer.
*See contract for specific coverage details.

Beneficial
There's no limit to the number of repairs covered. Use the coverage as often as you need.
Low Deductible
Only one deductible per visit-no matter how many
covered components are involved.
Flexible
Tailor it to your needs-choice of months, miles and
deductibles.
Coast-To-Coast
You are covered anywhere in the United States or
Canada.
Secure
Insured by a member of one of the largest financial
organizations in the world.
Renewable
Coverage may be renewed.
Increased Resale Value
Coverage is transferable.
Value and Convenience
Low-cost can be included in your payments.
Roadside Assistance
Roadside assistance is now a benefit of the
vehicle service contract.

API Car Mechanic

PremierCare specifics at a glance:

  • Deductible: $100 standard; $200or reduced options available.
  • Car Rental: Up to $30 per day, 10 days maximum.
  • Towing: Up to $50 per occurrence.
  • Travel Expense: Up to $75 per day, 3 days maximum.
  • Eligibility: These service contracts are available on new vehicles and pre-owned vehicles.
  • Terms: You can choose the number of months and miles that best fit your driving needs.

    **Some coverage is optional, see below.


Engine-internally lubricated engine parts including: pistons, piston rings, piston pins, crankshaft and main bearings, connecting rods and bearings, camshaft and bearings, timing chain or belt, timing gears, intake and exhaust valves, valve springs, oil pump, push rods, rocker arms, rocker arm shafts, hydraulic and solid lifters, intake manifold, distributor shaft and housing, harmonic balancer, metal valve covers, timing gear cover, vacuum pump, air cleaner housing, supercharger and thermostatically controlled air intake.
Turbocharger--internal parts, vanes, shafts, and bearing, air intake.
Automatic Transmission---internal parts including torque converter, lock up converter, gears, shafts, bearings, bushings, bands, clutch plates, friction and steel drums, oil pumps, servo units, valve body and plate, governor, rings, valves and flex plate and/or ring gear.
Manual Transmission-internal parts including bearings, bushings, shafts, synchronizers, spacers, main drive gear, main shaft, shift forks, synchronizing drum, gears and all units within the overdrive housing.
Transfer Unit (4x4)-internal parts including bearings, bushings, sprockets, chains, sleeves and gears.
Drive Shaft & Universal Joints-including constant velocity joints and tripod joints, sleeves and
gears.
Cooling System-water pump, radiator, fan clutch and fan, engine cooling fan motors and heater core.
Fuel System-fuel pump (mechanical or electric), fuel injector metering pump, fuel injectors, fuel distributor, fuel tank and fuel lines.
Air Conditioning-compressor internal assembly, including pistons, rods, valves, bearings and shafts, clutch, coil and pulley, orifice tube, condenser, evaporator core, expansion valve, dryer tank, accumulator, POA valve, hi/low pressure cut-off switch, ducts and outlet hoses.
Steering (Manual & Power)-internal parts in recirculating ball housing and rack and pinion couplings, gear housing, power steering pump, steering main and intermediate shafts, power cylinder assembly, power steering cooler, control valve, pitman arm, idler arm, tie rod ends and drag link.
Front Suspension-upper and lower control arms, control arm shafts and bushings, upper and
lower ball joints, steering knuckles, stabilizer shaft, links and bushings, king pins and bushings, strut bar and bushings, spindles and spindle supports, MacPherson struts, springs and torsion bars, wheel bearings, automatic leveling unit compressor, sensor and limner valve.
Brakes (Non ABS)-master cylinder, power assist booster and valve, wheel cylinders, calipers, combination valve, steel lines and fittings, and backing plates.
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)-booster and pump, master cylinder, control processor, solenoids, wheel
cylinders, calipers, combination valve, steel lines, fittings, and backing plates.
Seals & Gaskets-seals and gaskets, if needed, for the following assemblies are covered: engine, turbo charger, transmission transfer unit, drive axles, steering, front suspension, brakes (non-ABS and ABS), and air conditioning.
Electrical-alternator, voltage regulator, front and rear wiper motors (including internal circuit board,
relay and delay switch), starter motor and solenoid, manually operated mechanical switches, power window switches, power seat switches, horn button, ignition lock cylinder and switch, turn signal switch, cruise control switch, headlamp switch, brake light switch, emergency warning flasher switch, fuel gauge sending unit, heater blower motor, horn, factory installed sunroof motor, sunroof wiring harness, convertible top motor, power antenna motor and mast.
Electronics-anti-detonation sensor, ESC sensor, electronic engine control (EEC), oxygen sensor, computerized timing and mixture control unit, electronic module retard vacuum switch, electronic ignition module, igniter, electronic engine control module, ESC module, electronic digital instrument cluster, electronic driver information display and module, instrument panel printed circuit board, power door lock actuators, power seat motors, power window motors, regulators and drives, temperature control programmer for heating and air conditioning system, cruise control servo, module and transducer, compass and thermometer.
Sport Utility Vehicle-step bumpers and mounting brackets, spare tire carrier, swing arm, pivots, latches and locks, running boards, swingout mirror arms and mounts, pop-out or sliding side/rear window latches and hinges, convenience-bed liner (not warpage), tailgate handle, lock, cables, hinges, latches and edge protectors, cargo lamp and tie-downs.