Auto Repair FAQs

Modern engine oils last much longer than previous oils. This allows you to get more mileage out of your oil. The average driver must change their oil between every 5,000 to 7,500 miles. However, some full-synthetic engine oils can last up to 15,000 miles.

No, your vehicle cannot pass an inspection with your check engine light on. You must have the appropriate repair performed that is causing the check engine light to turn on. After the fix is done and the light goes off, your vehicle will pass inspection.

The frequency at which you should change your transmission fluid will depend on the type of transmission you have. Manual transmissions need their fluid replaced every 30,000 – 60,000 miles while automatic transmissions need theirs replaced every 60,000 to 100,000 miles.

Signs that indicate your transmission needs to be repaired include difficulty switching gears, burning smells, slipping gears, check engine light on, and noises when your car is in neutral.

There can be many reasons why your car AC is blowing warm air. Common causes include refrigerant leaks, a faulty compressor, a faulty thermostat, broken cooling fans, electrical issues, and blower motor issues. Our car AC repair pros can diagnose the issue affecting your car and perform the necessary repairs.

Common preventative maintenance tasks for cars include oil changes, tire replacements, brake replacements, battery checks, air filter replacements, coolant refills and changes, and headlight bulb replacements. These are all essential to the safe operation of any motor vehicle.

Check engine lights turn on for numerous reasons such as a loose gas cap, faulty spark plugs, faulty 02 sensor, internal engine issues, or bad fuel in the gas tank. You can always visit your local automotive parts store for an often-free diagnostic scan to get the error code that is causing the check engine light to be turned on.