Pennsylvania requires vehicle safety inspections to ensure that vehicles are maintained for safe operation.
Vehicle emission inspections are part of Pennsylvania's plan to clean the air and keep it clean in the future.
All the parts that make an engine run actually “float” on a layer of oil. When the layer of oil breaks down, so does the engine. We recommend replacing your engine oil and filter every 3,000 to 5,000 miles or 3 months – whichever comes first.
When your vehicle doesn’t stop, it’s a safety issue for everyone. Should you
start to experience any shaking or
noises when applying the brakes, its a sure sign they need replaced. Additionally, if the brake warning, traction or ABS light goes on,
give us a call.
Our technicians will investigate the problem and retrieve the check engine light codes from your car’s computer using our state-of-the-art scanner. If you’d like to have any detected codes investigated, we’ll give you an estimate for the repairs.
A damaged exhaust system can cause a variety of issues, from decreased fuel efficiency to harmful emissions. Let us inspect and repair your exhaust system to keep your vehicle running safely.
Overtime, a car’s AC/Heating unit can slowly break down, losing refrigerant and decreasing in its overall efficiency. We offer full maintenance, repair, and replacement of AC/heating units and will assure that you are driving in comfort once again.
Going on a road trip? Let us inspect your vehicle to make sure you are all ready to enjoy your time away.
Are you thinking about purchasing a used vehicle? Bring it in to our shop to make sure it is in road worthy condition. We will also let you know what repairs will be needed.
Are your windshield wiper blades leaving streaks on your windshield due to dry or cracked areas on the blades? We will replace your old blades with a new set of high-quality wiper blades.
Our technicians will inspect your vehicle’s headlights and exterior bulbs, determine if replacements are needed, then install any new bulbs.
If you feel you’re having issues starting your vehicle, we do an inspection of your alternator and starter, then run a diagnostic of the voltage between the vehicle’s battery, starter and alternator.
Cabin and engine air filters are made to keep your vehicle functioning as needed by collecting dirt and other pollutants. We will inspect and replace air filters to help to maintain a proper airflow.
Your vehicle relies on multiple belts and hoses to operate correctly. To keep everything running smoothly, We will inspect all belts and hoses and recommend replacements.
If you are having trouble starting your engine, visit us for a car battery service. We will determine if the battery is the cause of the problem and in need of replacement.
A faulty radiator can cause your engine to overheat, leading to costly repairs. Let us inspect and repair your radiator to keep your engine running at the right temperature.
Our technicians can do Brake Line Flushes, Coolant Flushes, Radiator Flushes and Transmission Flushes. These flushes remove all the contaminants in your engine, which stops them from clogging your system. Flushes keep your vehicle running at optimal performance.
A wheel alignment service consists of adjusting the wheels of your vehicle so that all wheels are parallel to each other and perpendicular to the ground. Three basic angles contribute to proper wheel alignment: Camber, Caster & Toe. By correcting these angles on a vehicle, it increases the handling capabilities and helps the car move in the right direction.
When mounting tires, we are installing tires onto the wheel rims, which are then installed onto the car’s axle.
Our wheel and tire balancing helps ensure the wheels and tires are evenly balanced around the axle to keep your drive smooth and quiet. During our service, we’ll use state-of-the-art equipment to balance each wheel while locating and removing any potential imbalances before replacing the wheels/tires.
The front tires on many vehicles do more “work” than the back tires due to steering, acceleration and braking. So, they wear more than the rear tires. We recommend that you rotate your tires with every oil change so the wear is spread evenly over all four tires.
A tire plug may be quicker and more convenient to use on your flat tire repair, however, tire manufacturers consider the tire patch and plug combo to be a proper tire repair and are allowed under most manufacturer tire warranties.
Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System is an important safety feature because under-inflated tires pose an increased blowout risk. TPMS is also a cost-saving feature because low tire pressure shortens tire life.
Summer tires can grow brittle in cold weather, risking premature cracks and wear. Winter tires can become too soft in warm weather, increasing rolling resistance, compromising fuel efficiency, and wearing down your tire. Let our professionals switch them out.
Do you have old tires taking up space in your yard, garage or basement? For a small fee we can dispose of them for you.
Do you want a little extra traction for the snowy roads we have here in Erie? We offer studded tires. They usually have a few day turn around time.
If your ride is feeling bumpy or your car is pulling to one side, it could be an issue with your suspension. Trust our team to get your suspension back in top shape.
Worn shocks mean your vehicle is less likely to stop exactly when and where you want. In fact, bad shocks can increase your stopping distance by up to 10 feet.
Worn struts increase braking distance and increase body roll, sway, and bounce rate. Having your struts replaced will improve braking, handling, and the overall controllability of your vehicle.
Ball joints act as the link between the wheels and other suspension components, a bad joint can conflict with normal steering capabilities.
Sway bar links are responsible for transferring the force of motion from the wheels to the sway bar and to the rest of the suspension system, if a sway bar end link is damaged, the controllability of your vehicle and the safety of your passengers are at risk
Difficult, erratic, and unexpected steering are signs that your tie rods—inner, outer, or both—might need to be replaced. Steering that pulls or refuses to return to center are also signals that your inner and outer tie rods should be checked
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