Oh no! You just turned on car and your check engine light came on. What does it mean? What is wrong? Is it serious? Is it a simple fix? How much is this going to cost you? Well, the only… Read More
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Auto Repair Baltimore: DIY Vehicle Maintenance vs. a Professional Mechanic
Nowadays, there is a YouTube video for everything from how to replace brake pads to how to diagnose transmission trouble. Because of this, everyone and their brother thinks they are a do-it-yourself auto mechanic. And while there are certainly some… Read More
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Transmission Repair Baltimore: The Secret to a Healthy Transmission
The transmission: it is one of the most complicated systems in a car or truck. However, transmission maintenance is anything but complicated. So do you want to know the Secret to a Healthy Transmission? Easy! The secret to a healthy… Read More
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Engine Repair Baltimore: Engine Oil Leaks & what they mean
Is your engine leaking oil? If so, seek help as soon as possible. Engine oil leaks should not be ignored. Not only will these leaks leave a greasy, ugly stain on your driveway, but an engine oil leak could also… Read More
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Engine Repair Baltimore: Diagnosing Engine Noise
The last thing any car owner wants to hear is a noise coming from the engine. But what does it mean? Well, that depends on the noise. There are several different types of noises that could originate from your engine…. Read More
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Warning Signs of Transmission Trouble (Part 2)
Last week, we began a two-part series on the Warning Signs of Transmission Trouble. We outlined such warning signs as your car refusing to go into gear, a mysterious burning smell, noise when in neutral, the gears slipping, and the… Read More
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Warning Signs of Transmission Trouble (Part 1)
There are so many noises and smells coming from your car it’s overwhelming. What do they all mean? Is that noise coming from the engine, the undercarriage, the brakes, or the transmission? It is often difficult for auto repair novices… Read More
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Planning a Road Trip? Here is your Vehicle Checklist
When planning a road trip, you undoubtedly make a checklist. Clothes? Check Toiletries? Check Passport? Check Phone Charger? Check So on and so forth. But one area that many people fail to check is their car. So if you plan… Read More
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Winter Auto Maintenance: The Importance of Engine Coolant or Antifreeze
What is Engine Coolant? Antifreeze, also known as engine coolant, is a half-and-half mixture of glycol and water designed to circulate throughout your engine block, keeping temperatures stable no matter the climate. Why not just use Water? Yes, it is… Read More
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Driving in Snow and Ice: Tips from your Baltimore Auto Mechanic
Here in Maryland, we all woke up to a nice blanket of snow on the ground…including the roads. And, unfortunately, the snow plows are just not able to clear each and every street fast enough. So there is a good… Read More