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Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on Bump Steer & Torque Steering

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on Bump Steer & Torque Steering

The Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro has talked about some different steering issues over the past few weeks. Bump steering and torque steering issues round out the list of the most common problems with steering.  Read more from our ASE Certified Master Mechanic. Bump Steering What I mean by this is when the steering reacts […]

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Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on Wandering Steering

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on Wandering Steering

Ever been behind the wheel of a car that just seems to be hard to keep under control? Wandering steering can make a big task out of a short ride.  The Columbia, SC Auto Repair Pro has more on steering wander and what may be causing your problem. When your vehicle seems to drift back

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Find and Fix Common Coolant Leaks w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Find and Fix Common Coolant Leaks w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Coolant leaks can crop up anywhere in your entire cooling system. Usually, coolant leaks are pretty straightforward because you can often see exactly where the coolant is dripping, spraying, or bubbling from.  Some vehicles include a Low Coolant indicator on the dashboard. If your car does not, the first sign of coolant problems is commonly

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Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on Electric Cooling Fan Troubleshooting

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on Electric Cooling Fan Troubleshooting

When the electric cooling fan does not come on you risk overheating your engine and compromising your air conditioning system. The Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro has more details on troubleshooting problems with your electric cooling fan now. Electric Cooling Fan – How It Works Your electric cooling fan is usually mounted just behind the

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Bench Test Your Ignition Coil w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Bench Test Your Ignition Coil w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

The only way to properly test and get a positive determination on whether the ignition coil is going bad is to use a multi-meter.  The Columbia, SC Auto Repair Pro explains how to test your ignition coil and why you need to use a multi-meter to do it. Why Use a Multi-Meter? To understand why

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Troubleshooting the Car by Sound w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Our vehicles make all sorts of noises and not all unusual noises necessarily mean you are headed for auto repairs. But the sounds an auto makes can often help in diagnosing what the problem may be. Let us have a look at some of the most common automobile sounds that can help troubleshoot auto problems.

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Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on How to Replace Your PCV Valve

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on How to Replace Your PCV Valve

The PCV Valve is little more than a plastic piece performing a less-than-vital function.  It is a piece of basic plumbing so to speak, but Federal regulations have made it much, much more important.  The PCV Valve is actually an important component of your automobile’s emission control system.  Should the PCV valve get clogged, the

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Do Not Ignore Dashboard Warnings - Battery Light & Oil Light

Do Not Ignore Dashboard Warnings – Battery Light & Oil Light

Dashboard Warnings – When to Call an Auto Repair Professional The warning lights on your dashboard are there for a reason. Yes, occasionally a short occurs that creates a false warning, but you should never assume that an electrical short is to blame. The Oil Light: Not every car is the same…you oil light may

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An updated bigger better auto repair site is in the works!

An updated bigger better auto repair site is in the works!

Sanford\’s Automotive Service\’s website is currently undergoing renovations! But do not fret, a bigger, better site is on the way! You can still contact us through the posts here, by phone at (803) 735-7902 or stop by the shop, located at 7917 Wilson Blvd.  Just take Exit 71 off I-20. Thank you for your business and

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