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This receipt documents a full engine diagnostic inspection on a 2017 Ford F-150 at 74,210 miles presenting with rough idle and intermittent stalling. The technician connected a professional bi-directional scan tool, retrieved fault codes, performed a live data review, and identified a random misfire on cylinder 3 (P0300 / P0303). This is a labor-only receipt, no parts were ordered or installed. The repair estimate for ignition coil replacement is provided separately.

This engine diagnostic receipt documents a 2-hour comprehensive diagnostic for a 2017 Honda Pilot with intermittent stalling, including OBD-II scan, fuel pressure test, and live data analysis. The $235 diagnostic identified a failing fuel pump as the root cause.

Receipt Breakdown

Labor – Diagnostic Inspection 1.0 hr$135.00
Scan Tool Fee$25.00
Subtotal$160.00
Tax (8.00%)$12.80
Total$172.80
PaymentCash

What Makes This Receipt Realistic

  • • Labor-only format: no parts lines on a pure diagnostic visit
  • • Scan tool fee as a separate line, reflecting real equipment cost recovery
  • • Technician notes section: complaint, codes found (P0300/P0303), recommendation
  • • 1.0 hr diagnostic labor, standard for a full inspection with code retrieval
  • • No warranty footer: diagnostic-only receipts do not carry a parts/labor warranty
  • • Vehicle odometer in header, establishing the baseline for any follow-up repair warranty
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this engine diagnostic receipt show?

This receipt shows two lines: LABOR – DIAGNOSTIC INSPECTION 1.0 HR at $135.00 and SCAN TOOL FEE at $25.00. The subtotal before tax is $160.00. At 8% sales tax the total is $172.80 paid by cash. The technician notes section of the receipt records the complaint (engine rough idle, intermittent stall), DTCs found (P0300 random misfire), and the recommended repair (ignition coil replacement, cylinder 3).

Why is there no parts line on a diagnostic receipt?

A pure diagnostic receipt covers only the technician's time and scan tool use, no parts are installed or ordered on this visit. The customer came in with a complaint, the technician performed a full inspection and retrieved codes, and the customer decided to have the repair done on another visit. The diagnostic charge is billed as a separate service; if the customer returns for the repair, the shop may credit it toward the repair labor.

What is the scan tool fee on a mechanic receipt?

The scan tool fee covers the cost of specialized diagnostic equipment: professional-grade bi-directional scan tools cost $2,000–$10,000 and require ongoing software subscription fees. Not all shops itemize this separately; some fold it into the diagnostic labor rate. When shown separately, it appears as a flat fee (typically $15–$35) below the diagnostic labor line. It is generally taxable as a retail charge.