Diagnose smell of gear oil & leaks. Advise.

A1 SMOG was awarded a contract by CAL FIRE (California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) on February 27, 2026, for non-Information Technology services classified as exempt by statute. The contract value is $2,684.39 and encompasses comprehensive vehicle maintenance and repair services. The scope of work includes diagnostic and preventive maintenance activities such as oil and filter changes using synthetic lubricants, alternator/battery/starter system testing, tire rotation, and wiper blade replacement, along with fluid level inspections and visual chassis examinations.

The contract further specifies corrective maintenance services including rear differential servicing, pinion seal replacement, front wheel hub assembly replacement, and undercarriage steam cleaning. Materials supplied include synthetic gear oil (75W85-S), differential cover gaskets, pinion seals, wheel hub assemblies, synthetic motor oil, oil filters, and wiper blades. The contract also includes hazardous waste disposal fees associated with the fluid and lubricant services. All work is to be performed in California under CAL FIRE's direction, with labor tasks billed hourly at rates ranging from $20 to $660 per hour, depending on the service complexity.