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Inspections, Car Care & Tune Ups at All Around Auto Repair
We have a lot to say about Inspections, Car Care & Tune Ups and the importance of regular maintenance for your vehicle. See our articles below to learn more about how to keep your vehicle in it’s best condition:
What Your Dashboard Engine Light Is Trying to Tell You
Some of your vehicle’s dashboard warning lights are self-explanatory. You might see “Change Engine Oil” or a battery icon, for instance. What about the most common one, though? The “Check Engine Light” can mean about a dozen different things. Get to your auto repair...
Four Very Common Car Repairs You Need to Consider Getting Today
Cars are such a huge convenience. They've literally revolutionized the way that society is set up and the way that you live, shop, play,and work. It wasn't that long ago that the horse and buggy got you from here to there... Dashboard Lights Flashing? Don't Panic:...
Reasons to Hit the Brakes and Stop in for an Oil Change
Gas prices are on the rise yet again. That means that folks are looking for practical yet affordable ways to improve their fuel economy and get more oomph out of their engines. Turns out, a simple oil change helps you do just that. In terms of bang for your buck, an...
Routine Car Maintenance Tips for Fall
Anticipating what could go wrong and making sure every system of your car is working optimally is what car maintenance is all about. You're much better off checking off a few boxes on routine car maintenance and nipping problems in the bud before they develop into...
Your Dashboard Symbols Could Indicate Serious Car Problems
The symbols that occasionally light up on your dashboard are nothing to ignore. While some symbols are fairly innocuous and easily fixed (e.g., a gas cap symbol that indicates a loose cap) others can indicate serious car problems that require a professional scanning...
Hey Google, Find Reputable Car Repair Shops Near Me
It’s the height of convenience. You speak or type into your device “car repair shops near me” and Google, Siri, or Alexa serves you up a selection of local mechanics. But how do you know if any of those listed won’t hit you with surprise parts and mystery material...
How Often to Get Fleet Vehicle Maintenance
“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” If you prefer to avoid fleet vehicle maintenance until it’s obviously necessary, you are probably a fan of that quote. But many don't realize that the original quote also warned against "not fixing things that are broken.” The smart...
How to Manage Your Car Service Needs
Proper car service is essential for optimal performance, automobile safety and even fuel efficiency. Therefore, you must not neglect the recommended maintenance for your vehicle. In general, trucks and cars experience gradual wear due to normal usage. The worn...
Automotive Technology: The Way the Game has Changed
Remember when power windows replaced the old crank handles? In the era of self-driving electric cars, it’s hard to believe what kinds of automotive technology used to blow people’s minds. Yet a vehicle’s only real purpose remains the same: getting you from Point A to...
Summer’s Last Hurrah: Getting Your Car Ready with a Tune Up
Checking that they have enough snacks and popping a pair of sandals in their suitcases are the only checklists that many people have before going on a road trip. Turns out, a car tune up may have served them better. There's nothing that will put more of a damper on...
Automotive Services
All Around Auto Repair provides maintenance for cars of all makes and models. Our mechanics also service most types of recreational vehicles, boats, and motor homes. We use sophisticated diagnostic computers to find out why your check engine light went on and identify any other problems with your vehicle.
Oil Changes
A regular oil change lubricates your engine in the short term and provides long-term protection by actually cleaning your engine’s parts as it goes about its business of taking you from point A to point B.
Brake Repairs and Replacements
Too many people think that brake problems either mean you need new brake pads or all new brakes. A smart auto mechanic can find other solutions. We love solving problems and educating our customers.
Inspections, Car Care & Tune Ups
Slight vibrations in your steering wheel or brakes that grind and become less effective are surefire, though sometimes subtle, signs that you're overdue for a tune up. Don't wait for the check engine light.
Scheduled Maintenance (30k/60k/90k)
Getting your vehicle serviced is critical to keeping your vehicle running smoothly and on the road for longer. You're probably already pretty familiar with the importance of getting your oil changed, but did you know that this is only one kind of car service that you can get?
Engine Work and Overhauls
Whether you car needs some minor engine work, or a complete disassembly for an overhaul, All Around Auto Repair can help.
Diagnostic Tests
Without a doubt, diagnostics tools make life easier for all of us. Computers and sensors inside your car can alert you to trouble before something bad happens or significantly speed up the search for a solution.
Air Conditioning Service and Repair
Auto experts say that the benefits of maintaining a comfortable temperature far outweigh the marginal increase in fuel economy that you'll get from being sweaty and uncomfortable by going a few degrees warmer.
Transmission Service and Repair
Good transmission service and repair is essential for your vehicle because it will promote optimal performance and prevent the failure of the component.
Clutch Repair and Replacement
Though the quality and lifespan of the typical clutch has improved over the years, it will not last forever. If you have driven your vehicle in excess of 20,000 miles, you should have its clutch inspected at least once a year.
Wheel Alignment
Automobile wheel alignment is an essential aspect of car maintenance that every car owner should prioritize.
