Posted on 18August2015
Your fuel pump sends fuel from your fuel tank to your engine. Sometimes fuel pumps fail – usually with little or no warning – and they need to be replaced. The majority of fuel pumps are inside the fuel tank, so getting to them can be a big deal. In some vehicles the fuel tank must be removed to access the pump. Depending on the design of the vehicle and the condition of the fuel tank, it may need to be replaced along with the pump. As you can imagine, that is ... read more
Posted on 18August2015
Let's talk shocks and struts. Shock absorbers and struts last a long time and wear out pretty slowly for most vehicles in the Ormond Beach area. They're easy to take for granted, but your shocks and struts do a very important job so you need to pay attention to them. They keep your tires on the road; and your tires are what connect your vehicle to the road and allow you to safely handle your car through turns, over bumps and even stop in time ... read more
Posted on 18August2015
Let's talk about your suspension – you know, the system that connects your wheels to your vehicle, controls your handling and delivers a good ride as you cruise around Ormond Beach FL. Your suspension is critical for proper steering, stopping and stability. Hey, it's a rough world out there in FL – every time you hit a pothole, a bump or an object in the road, your suspension system has to absorb the impact and maintain control. As ... read more
Posted on 18August2015
All new cars and light trucks in Ormond Beach FL since 2008 have come equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system, or 'TPMS'. The TPMS system detects when a tire becomes under-inflated and lights up a warning light on the dash. So what's the big deal? Well, under-inflated tires can be a real safety concern for everyone in FL. First of all, they don't handle properly and that can lead to an accident. Second, under-inflated ... read more
Posted on 18August2015
Let's talk water pumps for autos in Ormond Beach, FL. The engine is cooled by coolant/antifreeze mixed with water. This mixture circulates around the engine, absorbing some of the heat. The coolant then flows through the radiator where air cools it down for the return trip back through the engine. Your vehicles's water pump is what drives this process. Cooling system problems are the number-one mechanical failure in Ormond Beach. So the water pump plays a pretty important rol ... read more
Posted on 18August2015
Your wheel bearings may be something to which you've never given a thought while driving around Ormond Beach FL. Wheel bearings are what enable your wheels to spin freely. Since they bear the entire weight of the vehicle, they have to be tough. Wheel bearings can last well over 100,000 miles. They do wear out though and must eventually be replaced. You might hear a groaning sound from your wheels. The sound might disappear at some speeds and reappear at other ... read more