When you turn on your car, you’ll notice lots of lights on the dash and it may take a few moments before it stops looking like a Christmas tree. The reason? There are many computers and modules that run various systems, such as the transmission and engine. Giving the car a minute allows these computers – called Electronic Control Units …
All about axles: Different types and signs that they’re going bad
In our daily rush with work, errands and family activities, we heavily rely on our vehicles. Axles play the important role of making sure that the wheels keep turning. These parts connect the wheels and bear a car’s weight. A few kinds of axles are found on automobiles today. CV Axles Constant-Velocity Axles, or CV Axles, are found on most …
How to tell if your car radiator is going bad
To work correctly, the items we use regularly and for long periods of time need to be able to release heat. That is the role a car radiator plays – it helps keep the engine cool. This component sits out front, where the air is coming in. Coolant entering the radiator is hot and must leave at a cooler state. …
Why is my car making a knocking sound?
Trouble sometimes comes knocking. In the case of a Honda Odyssey, it was steering suspension components. The vehicle was brought in when the driver heard a knocking sound that seemed to be coming from the engine. After quite a bit of investigation, our technician figured out the cause: The timing belt tensioner had gone bad. On top of replacing this …
HomeTowne Auto Repair participating in apprenticeship program
HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire is working with NAPA Auto Parts, which created an apprenticeship program. It’s geared toward young people who are interested in entering the automotive field and being automotive technicians. Tools are one of the barriers to entering the industry, because you don’t necessarily know what tools to buy, and it can be very expensive to get …