Automotive Industry News & Information - Van Meter Auto Repair

Though transmissions are generally reliable, there are a great number of issues that can develop with one. From Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, here’s a general overview of the types of problems your transmission may develop, all of which we service and repair.

At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, we know replacing an entire engine can be a tough call to make - that’s why we’re here to help you make an expert decision on the matter.

Every time you get into your diesel truck you probably forget all the safety features your vehicle has for you in case of an accident. Airbags are one of the greatest features of modern diesel trucks, though they aren’t often considered until you need them. From Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, here’s a nod to one of the better vehicle advancements of our time and why it's important not to ignore warning signs.

Tires are often neglected, but easy to maintain. As long as they work, most people don’t really think about them. However, if you take care to properly maintain your vehicle and your tires, they will last much, much longer. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, we see all too often the results of poor tire maintenance, and the result is expensive new tires. Here’s what you can do to make sure you don’t become part of that statistic.

At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, well explore a condition which has a lot of potential to cause your transmission harm: overheating.

When it comes to transmissions, your fluid level is essential. Too much or too little fluid can affect pressure, cooling abilities, and lubrication. In order to best care for your vehicle, it's important to know what to look for, so from our shop here at Van Meter Auto Repair here are a few tips.

There’s a huge percentage of vehicle on the road, right now, with the check engine light illuminated. Many of them have had it on for years, even. Frequently, a check engine light will illuminate, but pose no immediate problems, so people just get used to it and learn to live with it being on. However, Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ would like you to know that it’s worth having it looked into. Typically, the problem can be diagnosed by simply plugging your car into our computer; the vehicle gives us a code, and we know what the problem is immediately.

Getting your vehicle washed and waxed on a regular basis is one of the easiest ways to preserve its paint and keep it looking nice. It makes you feel good when you’re driving in a clean vehicle. Removing other environmental contaminants such as salt, tree sap, and bugs also goes a long way to make your vehicle’s paint last longer.