Posted on 9/3/2020
There are questions that come with this statement. When does it pull? When you hit the brakes? While driving down the road? If your car is pulling when you're on the brakes then it's an indication that you're having an issue with your brake calipers. When you caliper sticks then it causes your brake to be stuck on and that will cause the pulling. We do free brake inspections, you're welcome to call and we will get you in to make sure you're safe on all your journeys. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather
Posted on 9/2/2020
This could be due to an issue with your starter and your flex plate. If your starter is not connecting to your flex plate properly during starting then it can cause your vehicle to not start. We would need to test your started to make sure it doesn't have an issue then to inspect your flex plate for any missing teeth. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather
Posted on 8/31/2020
When you battery cables are corroded they do not conduct electricity well and that can cause an issue with your starting system. It will also cause your battery to not charge properly when you a driving down the road. This can also damage your battery cables if left unattended for a long period of time. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather
Posted on 8/28/2020
Your check engine light can come on from something as simple as a gas cap to an issue with an engine control module to a transmission issue. The only way to know for sure is to have it properly diagnosed. Sometimes it is as simple as a faulty gas cap and other times it may say it's a "gas cap" but it's something more complicated within the fuel and emissions system. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather
Posted on 8/27/2020
This code can be due to an issue with your fuel emissions system. It could be from something as simple as bad fuel or something more serious like an internal fault within the catalytic converter. If it is an issue with the catalytic converter then the converter will need to be replaced and the system will need to be retested. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather
Posted on 8/26/2020
These drips can be from any fluid in your vehicle. From your oil to your transmission fluid, your coolant to gear oil and anything in between. Your fluids are the lifeblood of your vehicle and they need to be changed and serviced regularly to keep your vehicle running as smoothly as possible. If you have a leak then it should be checked to see where it is coming from and how to get it repaired to prevent any lasting damage. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather
Posted on 8/25/2020
An overheating issue can be from multiple reasons. One reason could be is the fan is not engaging and helping to cool off the engine when it's under load. This can due to a bad fan clutch or possibly the fan clutch relay. You would need to test to find out which (or both) that have failed causing the issue. Once we have determined what needs to be replaced and have corrected the issue then we would retest to make sure there are no other issues. Give us a call and let us take care of you. 541-791-2886 Happy Adventures, Heather
Posted on 8/24/2020
When your automatic transmission won't go into reverse it could be due to an internal issue within the transmission. This can range from an issue with your valve body to something breaking internally. The only way to know why is to remove the transmission pan and to inspect the internal components. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather
Posted on 8/21/2020
Your brake fluid is a vital important component of your brake system. Your brake fluid flows through your calipers, wheel cylinders, master cylinder and other components. The green color is algae in your brake fluid. That means that your brake fluid is contaminated and has a high moisture content. This is very hard on your brake components and in an emergency situation it can cause your brakes to not work properly. Your brake fluid should be serviced at least once a year depending on the climate of your area. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather
Posted on 8/20/2020
Your coolant could be low due to a leak in one of your radiator hoses. Your radiator hoses should be replaced every 50,000 to 100,000 miles. This of course depends on where you drive and how you drive. Your radiator hoses are made of rubber and over time it starts to degrade and break down. If your hoses start to leak it can cause your coolant to be low and then your engine can overheat causing a whole new set of issues. A little maintenance can go a long way. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather