Auto Maintenance Tips in Campbell River

The best way to keep your car in excellent condition is with regular scheduled maintenance and repairs. By spending a little on regular maintenance you can save a lot later by avoiding a costly repair or a breakdown. The following are tips for you as to when you should be taking your car in to see us and our team for an inspection/servicing.

Alignment

• Bring your car in when you see that the tread on one side of the tire is used up more than the other side (tire wear)
• When the steering wheel is pointing either left or right when you are driving straight (drivability issues)

Shocks and suspension

• Noise on bumps or while taking corners
• If the vehicle doesn’t drive properly
• The bounce test (when you push down on the car where the tire is and the car bounces when it is released)
• A visual inspection should be done for hydraulic leaks or broken springs if this is happening

Brakes

• When the brakes squeal
• When there is brake dust on your wheels
• If you feel a pulse when you step on the brakes (like the brake pedal is pushing back)

Muffler and exhaust

• When it’s too loud
• If you can smell an exhaust smell (it’s carbon monoxide) then it needs to be brought in