Happy New Year! 2017
Jim and I would like to wish each of you a Very Happy New Year!! … Continue reading →
My car is making a rattling noise when accelerating.
A rattling noise? Vehicles do naturally make noises, but something out of the ordinary or a very loud noise should be checked out by a technician. The cause of your vehicle’s rattling noise could be several different reasons. First, check … Continue reading →
Merry Christmas!
We would like to wish all our customers a Very Merry Christmas! We hope that you are able to celebrate this time of year with friends and family. May peace and joy fill your homes. … Continue reading →
Bad fuel pump? How do I know?
If someone has told you that your vehicle has a bad fuel pump and you’re wondering how do they know; keep reading. It’s important to understand the 2 main purposes of the fuel filter. First, the pump filters fuel to prevent any … Continue reading →
My vehicle is making a howling noise in the rear-end.
The noise you are hearing is coming from the rear differential. The name ‘differential’ is given because it can distribute different kinds of speeds to wheels especially during a turn. With its many gears the teeth are entwined with each … Continue reading →
What causes a battery to drain quickly?
A battery that drains quickly can really put you in a pickle! Other than human error (like leaving an overhead light on), there are 4 main reasons that your battery could be draining quickly. The first thing to consider … Continue reading →
Why is my car making a whining noise when I turn?
No one likes to hear this high-pitched whining noise. First, check the power steering fluid. Is it low? If so you will need to have a professional auto repair shop take a look; as the steering fluid should never run low. … Continue reading →
What is a winter wiper blade?
A winter wiper blade is essentially a blade that is encased in a protective rubber shell. Some people prefer to swap out their wiper blades for winter blades while others will go with an all-season wiper. All-season wiper blades are … Continue reading →
Why did my brakes fail?
Brakes can’t talk — or can they? Well, they can. And when they do, they are letting you know that they need some attention. Do not ignore them! In brake language, this sounds like squealing, squeaking or grinding. If your … Continue reading →
Will my tires make it through the winter?
That’s a very good question. And I’m really glad to hear you are thinking about your tires; especially for winter driving. Your tires should be checked to be sure the tread depth is adequate, there are no severe cracks or … Continue reading →