Why Is Your Car’s Engine Light On?

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The check engine light — also known as the malfunction indicator lamp — is a warning sign from the car’s engine computer that something is wrong. Automakers started standardizing their systems with 1996 model-year vehicles under a protocol called OBD-II, which instituted a list of diagnostic trouble codes and mandated that all cars provide a […]

Trusted Transmission Repair Shop in Mission Viejo

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Looking for a transmission repair shop that you can trust may be a daunting task if you do not know anyone in your area. If you’re new in Mission Viejo and in need of an auto repair shop, we will let you in on a few tips. As a car owner, there are two things […]

Telltale Signs of Automobile Transmission Problems

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Transmission trouble is one of the most significant and common car problems you can experience and find the cause of the problem can often be quite difficult. If your transmission is going through troubling times, it will undoubtedly have an immediate negative effect on your engine and the overall efficiency of your vehicle. That is […]

Preparing Your Car for a Summer Road Trip

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Summer is here, and that means summer road trips are here and the coronavirus pandemic has made road-tripping a real hot ticket! Being able to jump in your car and go on an adventure leads to many summer memories. What’s more, driving is a safe, attractive and economic choice to get away for the summer. […]

Is It Time to Service Your Brakes?

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Is It Time to Service Your Brakes? When you apply your brake pedal, you activate the brake pads and cause them to contact the rotors to slow down the car. Now that you know a little more about how the brakes work let us look at telltale signs of brake system issues. The brake light […]

Money Saving Driving & Auto Maintenance Tips

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Money Saving Driving & Auto Maintenance Tips Businesses are opening again and people starting to commute to work and plan weekend drives and road trips. Here are some driving tips to help you save money on automobile expenses. 1. Plan your trip ahead of time There are many apps that give driving tips on the […]

How to Clean and Disinfect The Interior of Your Car Without Damaging Its Surfaces

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), washing your hands, using a hand sanitizer, and cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces are some of the best ways to defend against spreading the viruses. When it comes to cleaning and disinfecting your car, you should clean frequently touched surfaces, including the steering wheel, door […]

Timing Belt Replacement

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Replacing your vehicles timing belt is part of the regular auto service and maintenance, and should be performed between 70,000-110,000 miles based on make and model of the vehicle. What Does a Timing Belt Do? A timing belt is a key component of an internal combustion engine. It synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and […]

Telltale Signs of Automobile Axle Problems

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The main purpose of axle is to transfer power from the engine and transmission to the wheels. Axles also serve to bear the weight of the vehicle and its passengers and cargo. Even though axles are built to be tough, an overloaded vehicle can sometimes crack or break an axle. A broken or damaged axle can […]