Crosse Auto Repair

What does it take for your vehicle's engine to start each time you crank the key or push that modern START ENGINE button? Basically, it boils down to 3 things: SPARK, AIR and FUEL. If you do not have any one of these, your car will not start. The 4 main car parts responsible for starting a car included: *the battery *a starter *an ignition switch *the fuel system It all starts with the battery! It provides the initial power needed to start your vehicle. If your vehicle does not start in frigid temps; perhaps it has a weak battery. Cold weather is so hard on batteries and if it is weak to start with, well you know what happens. The next part is the starter. It CRANKS the engine. Cranking is different that starting. Perhaps you have had your vehicle crank over but wouldn't start. You may have had a bad starter, not a bad battery. Next, the ignition switch turns on the power to the starter. It is located on the steering column. Finally, the fuel system brings fuel to the eng ... read more

Do you plan to get a new vehicle for Christmas? Maybe you have already purchased a new vehicle. Did you know that having routine maintenance work completed at Bob's Auto Service DOES NOT cancel out the manufacturer's warranty? As this video explains, any independent repair shop CAN complete routine services on your new vehicle, while keeping its warranty. Give us a call today for any maintenance services needed on your new vehicle. 608-

Thinking of buying a used car? Don't get stuck with a lemon! Before you hand over your hard-earned money, make sure you know exactly what you are paying for. Take a look at this checklist below to guide you! At Bob's Auto we offer a DIGITAL pre-purchase inspection that includes all the same information if you would like us to do the inspection for you. Give us a call with any questions you may have. 608-782-1375  

Many of us today have learned how to drive a clutch, or manual transmission, vehicle. What fun that was! And many of us can relate to much of the information in this post about clutches. When we talk about pushing in on the clutch, we think of putting the vehicle in neutral. What is really happening when we push down on the clutch is disengaging the transmission from the engine. This allows us to shift gears without grinding (IF done properly). There are several parts to a clutch. These are a clutch disc, a pusher fork, a throw-out bearing, a flywheel and a pressure plate. I had no idea there were so many parts to a clutch! My head is spinning with all this knowledge… maybe you are feeling the same. No worries, no quiz at the end. These 4 bad driving habits will wear down a clutch: • Driving (starting and stopping) on hills constantly • Making incorrect gear changes • Riding the clutch—usually done in very slow-moving traffic • Driving on a dama ... read more

Extreme temperatures can affect your car battery's lifespanHere are some tips to keep your battery healthy: - Avoid short trips, especially in cold weather. - Have your battery tested regularly. - Keep the battery terminals clean and corrosion-free. Be sure to reach out to us at Bob's Auto, if you have any questions or concerns about your car battery!