Make Appointment NowThe other day, a driver was trying to open his vehicle’s hood so he could add some windshield washer fluid. But when he pulled the hood release inside the car, nothing happened. Usually, opening any hood is a 2-step process. You pull the hood release (which is usually a handle under the dashboard to the […]
Idle Talk about Engines (Causes of Rough Engine Idling)
When you slow down at stoplight, your vehicle’s idle should be smooth as silk. But what happens when the engine is missing or idling roughly? That’s your engine’s way of telling you, “Hey, I’ve got something wrong with me and if you don’t get someone to find out what it is, I may not start […]
Going (Lug) Nuts (Lug Nut Replacement)
Here’s a part of your vehicle you probably don’t think about much: lug nuts. They’re what fasten your wheels onto your axles. Pretty important, right? In order to take the wheels off your vehicle to service the brakes, rotate the tires, etc., the lug nuts have to be in good shape so a wrench will […]
Beginning to See the Light (Check Engine Light Diagnostics)
It’s a light many drivers fear they’ll see turn on at the most inopportune time. It’s the one on the dash that says “Check Engine,” “Service Engine Soon,” or it may be simply an engine-shaped light. Your first instinct may be to pull off to the side of the road and turn off the engine. […]
Keeping Your Cool (Coolant leak repair)
If there’s one thing you should pay attention to with your vehicle, it’s the temperature gauge. It’s the one that may say C—H (that means “cold—hot”). Or maybe yours has a picture of a thermometer on it and a blue and red zone. If you see the needle heading farther to the “H” or red […]
‘Tis the Season (Tires)
We all know about winter tires. But did you know there is such a thing as summer tires? Most people have all-season tires on their vehicles. They work pretty well in a variety of weather conditions. But if you want better handling and performance, you might consider switching to summer tires. Here are a few […]
Slippery When Wet (Driving on Wet Leaves)
When the leaves fall, you might take a sightseeing trip to see them at peak color. Or you may simply live in a spot where there are a lot of trees. When those leaves get wet, you’d be surprised to learn just how slippery they can be. We all know ice is slippery to drive […]
The Key Won’t Turn! (Ignition Problems)
You’ve just arrived at the store shopping and you’re ready to head home. You put your key in the ignition and… oh, no! The ignition won’t turn! What do you do now? Don’t panic. There are some things you can do to get going again. The first thing to do is see if you have […]
Breathe New Life into Your Engine (MAF sensor replacement)
If you’ve noticed your vehicle is hard to start, stalling, or has lost power, the culprit may be a part with an odd name: the MAF sensor. You may have never even heard of a MAF sensor, but it’s important that it be working correctly, or you may be experiencing some fairly significant engine issues. […]
Why Alignment Matters (Vehicle Alignment Maintenance)
It’s one of those things that can happen on a multi-day road adventure or a quick trip to the grocery store. You hit a pothole, go too fast over a speed bump, nail a curb. When it happens, you think, “I wonder if that was hard enough to do any damage?” But things seem ok […]