home mechanic

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 […]

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on Wandering Steering Read More »

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on How to Correct Steering Pull

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on How to Correct Steering Pull

Driving with the steering pulling is hard on the driver and on the tires. Problems like this need to be dealt with before the problem gets worse and causes bigger problems.  There are many types of steering pull.  Here the Columbia, SC Auto Repair Pro talks about memory steer and an off-center steering wheel.  Coming

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on How to Correct Steering Pull Read More »

Top 10 Spring Fixes for Your Car w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Top 10 Spring Fixes for Your Car w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Spring has long been associated with new beginnings, new growth and fresh starts.  So along with your spring planting and spring cleaning, be sure to remember to perform your spring auto check.  The Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro will walk you through the spring fix ups, auto maintenance and checkups that you should be doing. 

Top 10 Spring Fixes for Your Car w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro Read More »

Top 10 Spring Fixes for Your Car w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Top 10 Spring Fixes for Your Car w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

As part of your regular auto maintenance, you should inspect your wheels.  This means checking to see that lug nuts are properly tightened.  It seems like something minor, but taking this quick step can save you from a really big problem if one of the wheels would come off. How to Check Lug Nuts for

Top 10 Spring Fixes for Your Car w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro Read More »

Troubleshooting Using Too Much Oil w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Troubleshooting Using Too Much Oil w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

If your engine is using too much oil, you, your auto repair shop or a mechanic need to find out why.  When a vehicle is operating as it should, you should not ever need to add much oil. If you need to add a quart or greater between oil changes, you have an issue. Lucky

Troubleshooting Using Too Much Oil w Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro Read More »

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro More Steering & Suspension Troubleshooting

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro with More Steering and Suspension Troubleshooting

Your automobile suspension system is a complex network.  The components must be in perfect sync to give you the smooth, stable ride that it is designed for. The suspension gets a lot of road abuse, causing its parts to wear out or fail entirely. If your car doesn’t seem to be riding as smoothly as

Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro with More Steering and Suspension Troubleshooting Read More »

Testing Electrical Problems with Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Testing Electrical Problems with Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Automotive problems are always a headache.  Electrical issues or needing electrical repairs can be even more problematic.  The Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro is here to explain how to troubleshoot some electrical problems using a test light.  Using a test light is pretty simple and can often rule out certain problems in less time than

Testing Electrical Problems with Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro Read More »

Winter Auto Maintenance with Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Winter Auto Maintenance with Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Automotive maintenance and safety is important year round, but there are some auto maintenance tasks that should never be overlooked when colder weather is on the way.  Performing regular and season auto maintenance will save you from bigger auto repairs in the future. Your car’s various systems can be greatly affected by low or freezing

Winter Auto Maintenance with Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro Read More »

Five Tips to Improve Fuel Economy by the Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

Five Tips to Improve Fuel Economy by the Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro

ASE Certified mechanic Michael Sanford knows all about the issues drivers face.  Today our Columbia, SC Auto Repair Pro is saving you cash by helping you improve your gas mileage. Check your Air Filter If your air filter is filled with debris it restricts the air flow into your engine.  This affects the automobile’s performance

Five Tips to Improve Fuel Economy by the Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro Read More »

The Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on Checking a Timing Belt

The Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on Checking a Timing Belt

Do you know how to inspect your timing belt?  I have talked before about the importance of regular automotive maintenance.  Inspecting your timing belt may be one of the simplest and most important steps in regular auto maintenance.  Simple and important do not usually seem to go hand in hand, but this time it is

The Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro on Checking a Timing Belt Read More »