Tangent and Albany Auto Repair

If your car started smoking, you probably have a lot of questions. What could have gone wrong? Why did this happen? Is my car ruined?   One possible reason why your car started smoking is that the oil level is low. When the oil level gets too low, it can cause the engine to overheat and start smoking. To fix this, you will need to add more oil to your car. Another possibility is that there is something caught in your exhaust system. This could be a build-up of grease or debris. If this is the case, you will need to have your exhaust system cleaned out by a professional.   If your car started smoking, don't panic! There are a few things that you can do to fix the problem. Be sure to check the oil level and make sure that there is nothing caught in the exhaust system. If you are still unsure of what is causing the problem, be sure to take your car to a mechanic or automotive specialist for further diagnosis. With a little bit of investigation, you should be able to get ... read more

Happy Wednesday! It's a short week with Monday being a holiday and I know it's thrown me for a loop like it always does. Yesterday was two days in one and today thankfully is just Wednesday.  If your car is smoking then it could be from a couple of different sources. One you could have oil leaking onto your exhaust that is causing the smoke to happen, other could be steam that looks like smoke coming from your cooling system. The only way to know what is happening is to have your car checked to make sure you are safe on all your travels.  Give us a call and let us take care of you 541-791-2886 Happy Adventures, Heather

Your engine could be smoking due to a fluid leak on your engine that is dripping onto the exhaust and causing it to smoke. This leak could be fuel, coolant or oil. If it is fuel or oil then it could catch on fire. This is a potentially dangerous situation and should be addressed immediately. Of course this is the worst case scenario and we would need to examine your vehicle to find out exactly where the smoke is coming from.  Give us a call and let us take care of you.  Happy Adventures,  Heather