Crosse Auto Repair

Your car’s oil filter works hard trapping contaminants. The filter helps lubricate internal parts of your car and also helps cool the engine. As your engine runs, dirt gets into the oil. Oil sludge can also start to build up. Fortunately, the oil contains detergents that clean the engine. An oil filter can eventually get clogged up – in severe cases, so much so that oil cannot flow freely through the filter and do its job. A very good reason to make sure you are up to date on your oil changes

Our vehicles today have several different types of filters. Each filter typically has its own maintenance schedule for being replaced. There is a matching quiz at the end, if you would like to take that challenge. While many replacement schedules for changing filters is in your manual, here are some helpful tips from our NAPA friends: Oil filter– gets changed during a regular oil change; remember the type of driving you do may change the frequency of your oil changes Air filter— works with the oil filter to keep the engine clean, usually made out of paper or some other thin material Transmission filter— this filter catches any dirt that may be in the fluids inside your vehicle’s transmission. Cabin air filter— prevents pollen and dust from going through the heating and cooling system into where you sit. If the heater or air conditioning smells when you turn it on; the cabin air filter probably needs to be replaced. A ... read more

Oh my, are you keeping warm? While your vehicle has been helping to take care of some of your needs; here are some things to consider on taking care of its needs (yes, it’s not too late). CAR CARE ITEMS Battery care: Without a working battery…. well, this is a must. With the engine off, check to see if the cables can slip free from the posts. Don’t yank them, but pull firmly. Also, check battery for corrosion, the white powdery substance that can form around the nodes or clamps. If you find corrosion or your battery is older than 3 years old, the battery may need to be replaced. Serpentine belt: The back side of the serpentine belt has grooves like a tire. If they are cracked or worn you will want to replace it. Again, sooner than later applies. If you wait too long it will snap and break. Fluids: Windshield wiper fluid made for cold weather is worth the little extra money. It contains a greate ... read more

That rattling noise is your vehicle telling you something is not right. Our vehicles, like our bodies, generally warn of us that something is wrong. The excessive loud noises you are hearing are, most likely, indications that something within your exhaust systems needs attention. You may have holes or cracks somewhere in the exhaust system. Your vehicle may be showing signs of rust or cracks in any component of your exhaust system, which indicates corrosion. If you feel drowsiness while driving or smell an odor, like rotten eggs, this may be a serious sign that fumes are leaking through the vents and into your passenger area. This is very important to have this fixed immediately! Maintaining routine exhaust system services will save you from having to replace the entire exhaust system down the road. More information on the exhaust system, click below: https://bobsautolax.com/what-are-the-par…n-exh ... read more

Tires for winter; I’m really glad to hear you are thinking about your tires; especially for winter driving. A checklist for your tires: *the tread depth is adequate, *there are no severe cracks or punctures that cannot be repaired. *the tire pressure on all of your tires (including spare) have the correct amount of air. Be sure to check them at least once a month. *they have been rotated and balanced for the past 6,000 miles. For more information on measuring tread depth click on the question below