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A U T O M O T I V E   M A S T E R S R E S O U R C E S Questions to ask us when you bring in your car: Oils, Filters and Fluids What fluids will you check? Is the oil you’re putting in my car the right type for the way I drive? Is an oil filter change included with this service? When should I get my next oil change? What fluid should I change next? How often should my fluid level be checked? Will my car’s instrument panel alert me if fluids are low? Belts and Hoses What’s the difference between a V-belt and a serpentine belt? Why does my aftermarket V-belt have notches? What are branched hoses and why might these be better for my vehicle? What is electrolytic corrosion and how did it get in my cooling system?   Brake Service Is there anything I can do to help the brakes on my car last longer? How does the work being performed eliminate the symptoms my car exhibited or my complaint? Are there any related services my car needs while this service is being performed? What does the brake warning light mean on my car’s dashboard?   Tune-Up How often does my car need a tune-up? Are there other services that need to be performed at this time? How does this work address my complaint? If the “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light comes on, is it the same as saying it’s time for a tune-up?   Wheel Alignment Is this a four-wheel alignment? How did the improper settings relate to the symptoms my car exhibited…poor tire wear, wandering, etc.? Are there other problems related to alignment such as worn steering and suspension parts? Has my car been road-tested to ensure that it performs properly and that my complaint has been corrected?   Tires What type of tires should go on my vehicle based on my driving? What can happen if I install a set of tires having a size not recommended for my car? My car shakes at certain speeds…what causes this? Can my driving habits affect tire life? Do they have to be replaced in pairs?   Check Engine Light Does the light mean my car needs a tune-up? When checking out the cause of the light, are there any other services that need to be performed at the same time? Is it normal for the light to come on briefly when I start my car? What happens if I just ignore the light? Will the light eventually turn off by itself? Will my car pass an emissions test if the light is on?   Air Conditioning Service What happens if I continue to use my car’s A/C system, even though it’s not cooling properly? Water drips underneath my car when I use the A/C system. Is this normal? A musty odor comes out of the A/C vents at times. Can anything be done about this? My car’s A/C system seems to cool intermittently and I hear a clicking on and off from underneath the hood. What does this mean? I have an older car that still uses R-12 or Freon refrigerant. Does it make sense to switch it over to R-134a?   Appearance How do I get my tires to shine? Do small cracks in the windshield need to be fixed? What can I use to remove small scratches in the paint? Why shouldn’t I wash my car with dishwashing soap? Article From Car Care Aware, an excellent auto maintenance and repair resource.   How to Prevent Transmission Damage - Regularly check your parking space for leaks. It doesn’t matter whether it is an engine oil leak, power steering fluid or transmission fluid; if you discover any, get it fixed before it causes serious problems. - Once in a while, check the transmission fluid level and condition. Not all cars have an automatic transmission dipstick; in some cars, for example,the late Volkswagen models, the transmission fluid can only be checked by the dealer. Consult your owner's manual for details. If the transmission fluid level is too low, there is a leak somewhere that needs to be fixed. - Change the fluid as often as specified in your owner's manual, or before it becomes dark (brown instead of red) or dirty. Also, keep in mind that an automatic transmission can not be drained completely - there is always some transmission fluid left inside the transmission (the torque converter, in the valve body, etc.) which means a transmission fluid change only replaces about 60% of the fluid. This is a good reason to change it more often. - Use only the same type of the transmission fluid as specified in the owner's manual or on the dipstick. Some vehicles (e.g Dodge Caravan) are very sensitive to fluid type. - Never shift to the Reverse or Parking until the car comes to a complete stop. - Never shift from the Parking mode when the engine rpm is higher than normal idle. - Always hold the brake down when shifting from Parking. 2010 Jeremy O’Hora All Rights Reserved Web Design by LindsayWebMedia AUTOMOTIVE MASTERS 516 Junction Hwy. Kerrville, Texas 78028 (830) 792-4686 Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Saturday - Sunday Closed