7 Automotive Repair Tips

A basic premise for receiving the appropriate automotive repair is to make sure any problem is correctly diagnosed. If you car doesn't start right up, there are numerous possibilities of what may be causing the problem. It is important that your auto mechanic rule out any potential issues that are not the true problem by running diagnostic tests. This will help him or her determine what type of automotive repair is actually needed.

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There are seven common problem areas that often come to light during an automotive service. You may have already experienced some, or all of them. If you keep an eye out for any of these issues and have them taken care of promptly, you will be able to avoid untimely and costly automotive repair. Take note of the following:

• brake problems (pads, drums, rotors, calipers),
• no-start problems (battery, starter, fuel filter, etc)
• suspension issues (shocks, axles, alignment, balancing)
• strange sounds when stopping, starting, or just driving (rattles, ticks, grinding, and crunches)
• dashboard warning lights (check engine light blinks, or stays on)
• transmission (engine repairs)
• Electrical system (spark plugs, combustion)

Don't pay for automotive repairs that really aren't necessary. Remember this tip--observe what you see, hear, and feel. Write it down so that you can relay the signs to your mechanic in precise and descriptive terms. This will not only help save you time and money, but will ensure that you will receive the appropriate automotive repair as quickly as possible, and hopefully, with little or no frustration.

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Five Crucial Components of Brakes to Check Out!

When you accelerate, you expect your car to move forward. What happens when you apply the brakes? If you have had routine brake service performed on your vehicle, the components that make up the braking system should work efficiently and smoothly together. However, if you have been putting of a necessary service, you may not be able to depend on your brakes to stop when and where you want them to.
 
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These five components of the braking system should be included in a basic brake service:

Pads -- The pads make contact with your rotors, creating the friction to stop your car.

Rotors -- The rotors are directly connected to each tire. To stop your car, the rotor must stop spinning, using the friction created by the pad.

Calipers - The calipers apply pressure and activate the pads to create contact with the rotors. The calipers require fluid in order to function properly.

Brake hose -- When you step on the pedal, fluid travels through the brake hose to each caliper, which in turn puts the pads into action.

Brake fluid – This is a crucial element needed to make your brakes operate successfully. When pressure is generated in the fluid lines, energy is distributed to each part so they can perform their main job — stopping your car. If you have a fluid leak, your car could take longer to stop or, worse, your brakes won't even operate.

How often should you have an inspection?

Just like an annual physical check up with your medical doctor, a yearly brake service is important. It will not only give you confidence in your brakes, it also allows you to spot the necessary smaller repairs that may be necessary so you can prevent them from getting bigger and more expensive. Of course, if you're experiencing problems, schedule an inspection as soon as possible.

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Car Service to Winterize your Vehicle

Most vehicle owners know of the major parts or components of a vehicle that should be inspected during a car service, such as oil changes, tires, transmission, and brakes. However, two seemingly insignificant components often get overlooked until they fail, resulting in an inconvenient and costly car repair.
Small, but important--Belts and Hoses!


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Belts and hoses are critical to the interior heating system, electrical system, and engine of your vehicle. The recommended replacement intervals of these small parts should not be taken for granted or neglected during routine car service. Don't let them leave you stranded by the side of the road with unexpected leaks, cracks, and breakage. This can be especially dangerous when driving in temperatures that are below freezing.

    * Timing Belt – The timing belt keeps the crankshaft and camshaft mechanically synchronized to maintain engine timing. Whether it's the serpentine, V-belt or fan belt (the belts on the outside of the engine), they all transmit power from the front of the engine to accessories that need to be driven, such as the heating system, air conditioning, and the charging system and fans.

    * Hoses – Hoses carry coolant to and from the engine, radiator and heater core, as well as heated water to your car's interior heater. This is what keeps the interior of your car warm when it's freezing outside.

Schedule a car repair as soon as possible when you see these signs of wear and tear on your vehicle's belts and hoses:

    * Fluid leaks on your garage floor
    * Dashboard light flashes
    * Squeaking noises coming from under the hood during start-up, or while driving.

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