Dallas-Fort Worth Metro Area Auto Repair

Now that it is December, you are probably getting in the holiday spirit by decorating your tree. Before you can get to this step, most of you will either have to put it up or bring it home from the tree farm. If you are going with a real tree for the holidays this year, there are certain things to know before showing up at the Christmas tree farm. Here are some tips for the safe transport of your holiday tree: Pack the Right Items You will need to bring gloves for you to touch the tree without getting poked or covered in sap. Next, you will need to bring a blanket or tarp to lay the tree on. You don’t want the tree to damage your car. You’ll also need durable rope to tighten the tree down. Have It Netted  Once you have picked your tree, don’t forget to have it netted. This service is offered by many tree farms, and it makes it easier for you to hold and manage the tree. The net keeps the branches tucked until you have it through your doors. Position the Tree ... read more

Your spark plugs may be small, but they have a major responsibility. They are devices that carry electrical energy to the ignition coil so your engine can stay on. In other words, your engine would not run without proper spark plugs. Regular inspections and replacements of spark plugs ensure you’re never put in an inconvenient situation. The following signs indicate your car is due for a spark plug replacement: Stalling or Misfiring Engine If any of the wiring or connection points relating to your spark plugs are damaged or loose, your engine will have inconsistent responses and stutter. Therefore, car stalling and misfiring are frequent signs that indicate worn spark plugs. Lowered Fuel Economy When your spark plugs are no longer effective, they can cause your engine to work harder than necessary. Nevertheless, it messes with the air-to-fuel ratio too. If your fuel mileage has dropped, please come by for a spark plug inspection and tune-up soon. Sluggish Acceleration If y ... read more

Many drivers may ignore certain parts of their car, like the timing belt, yet it can severely ruin your vehicle if broken. Some components may only cause minor damages and others major. Minor damages may allow you to drive to a mechanic, but in serious cases like a broken timing belt, it shuts down your vehicle instantly. What is a Timing Belt? A timing belt is a rubber-like chain with hard teeth that synchronizes the crankshaft and camshaft movements in the engine. It ensures the engine's intake and exhaust valves open and closes within the pistons in time to allow air and gasoline in and out. This enables fuel ignition in the combustion chamber. Unsynchronized crankshaft and camshaft movements cause improper vehicle functioning and damage the engine. What Happens When a Timing Belt Breaks? Depending on your engine type, two scenarios occur when a timing belt breaks. The valves and pistons are separately housed if your vehicle is a non-interference engine. So when the timing ... read more

Believe it or not, it is normal for your engine to get dirty and dark as your engine runs. As the motor oil flows through the engine, it tends to pick up contaminants and metal shavings. Fortunately, the oil gets pushed through the filter to get rid of the debris before entering the engine again. This is why oil change services and filter replacements are imperative to preserve your engine.    Oil filters will get clogged enough so much that oil won’t be able to flow through the filter efficiently. Nowadays, most cars can go beyond 3,000 miles before needing service. In fact, most automakers have intervals every 5k, 10k, and sometimes even 15k miles. That is why most oil filters are built with a higher capacity to match.    In other words, you should replace your oil filter every time you get an oil change. That makes things easier to remember, and you’ll have peace of mind that your engine parts are protected from damage.    If you switc ... read more

Potholes are major road risks that aren’t talked about enough. When drivers aren’t careful, they can damage their tires, wheels, suspension, undercarriage, and more just from driving over one of these things.   There aren’t straightforward right or wrongs to prevent pothole damage because accidents can happen unexpectedly and swiftly. However, our auto repair shop  can offer some advie that you can use to drive smarter on the road.   First and foremost, please remember to maintain a safe distance behind the car in front. It’s good practice, whether a pothole is present or not. Keeping an extra space allows you to see the road ahead with some time to spare.   Dodge if you can. If you spot a pothole in time and have the opportunity to go around it safely, please do so. If you can’t dodge it safely, it is best to slow down to your best ability. When riding over a pothole, it is best to remove your foot off the brakes and grip the ste ... read more