Crosse Auto Repair

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!  

Have you been using your vehicle's defroster this Fall? With the cooler temps and moisture in the air, our defrosters are getting the job done keeping our windshields nice and clear. The defroster is a part of both the cooling and the air conditioning systems. Both systems are used to get moisture off the inside and outside of your windows. So, if your air conditioner is not working YOU WILL have problems with your vehicle defrosting your vehicle's windows! A problem with the defrost system can most often be traced to one of the following: **The cooling system **The heater core **The heater valves or blend air doors **The air conditioning system ** The blower fan Be safe this winter. Give us a call if you have any questions about your cooling or A/C systems. 608-782-1375.  

Great! You're on your way to an important event and your car won't start! You immediately think that the battery is dead. But it could also be the alternator. The alternator feeds power to the electrical system for your entertainment system, accessories and charging ports. The battery gets recharged with any extra electrical power. A failing (failed) alternator may not be able to keep the battery charged. Most often, when the alternator fails it is due to bearings failing and seizing up. You might hear a grinding noise or even an electrical smell. There are other symptoms your vehicle may be showing as well. It's best to get your vehicle in for an inspection with a trained technician for diagnosing your vehicle's issue(s). You may contact us at 608-782-1375 or ... read more