Blog, Colorado Automotive Advice, Electrical, Maintenance, Muffler & Exhaust
What Are Some Common Causes of Rough Car Idling? Problems that can cause your car to have a rough idle range from simple to serious. It’s helpful to understand other associated symptoms to look out for so you can bring that information to your mechanic. 1. Bad Spark...
Blog, Brakes, Colorado Automotive Advice, Maintenance
What Does the Smell of Burning Brakes Mean? The cause of a burning smell from your brakes will depend on what you’re doing, where you’re driving, and how long it’s been since they were last serviced. Given the number of factors involved, let’s look at a few possible...
Blog, Brakes, Colorado Automotive Advice, Maintenance, Transmission
What Is Causing a Grinding Noise in My Car? The most common causes of grinding noises in automobiles are worn-out brakes, a faulty CV joint, or transmission issues. It’s important to note that, whichever component is causing the grinding noise, it needs immediate...
Blog, Brakes, Maintenance, Winter
What brake maintenance services are most important? 1. Don’t Ignore Squeaking Brakes 2. Understand Your Car’s ABS 3. Routine Inspections Prevent Big Car Repairs 4. Change Brake Fluid 5. Inspect the Brake Fluid Cap & Gasket 6. Check Brake Pads and Rotors Post...
Blog, Exhaust System, Maintenance, Muffler & Exhaust
What does my car’s muffler do? 1. Reduces Noise From Your Engine 2. Controls Your Engine’s Backpressure What are some common muffler problems & Symptoms? 1. Rust and holes or loose parts 2. Engine is louder than usual 3. Lower fuel efficiency 4....
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List of Top 6 Signs Your Alternator May Be Failing How to diagnose failing alternator Dimming Lights — The alternator by itself can be the cause of dimming lights, fading radio, and/or stalling. If the lights on your dashboard brighten as you rev your vehicle higher,...
