Posted on 10/15/2021
Water is an instrumental part in safely operating your vehicle, but water damage to your alternator is call for repair. Water damage can lead to corrosion and a whole slew of other messes. One part of your car may give you some concern if it becomes wet. Your alternator plays an important role in the operation of your car. Here is what you need to know about the alternator and what happens if it becomes wet. WHAT IS AN ALTERNATOR? To understand why an alternator should avoid contact with water, it is important to know what an alternator is responsible for. An alternator acts like a generator for your car. It uses a mechanical pulley system to charge up your battery as you drive it. That is why your battery always has a charge. You do not have to plug it in like your phone or computer. You just need to drive the car around to get the battery charged. WHAT HAPPENS IF AN ALTERNATOR BECOMES WET? You may need to visit an auto technician if your alternator becomes thoroughly wet. However, i ... read more
Posted on 10/1/2021
If you want your vehicle to last as long as possible while performing efficiently, you should bring it to the nearest auto repair center for regular tune-up services. The certified technicians at our repair shop can perform various preventative maintenance services, including tune-ups on your truck. The majority of vehicles are in need of a tune-up service every 30,000 miles. Our shop offers dependable, affordable and quality tune-ups, as well as various other various repair and maintenance services. TUNE-UP BENEFITS Tune-ups can be performed in a variety of ways, contingent on the type of vehicle it’s done on. Benefits of tune-ups include: Increased gas mileage Longer vehicle lifespan More engine power Tune-ups can also help identify serious engine issues by finding and switching out faulty components, such as spark plugs and fuel filters, before it’s too late. COMPONENTS Each component of your vehicle has a certain life expectancy, so it should not come as a surprise w ... read more