Automotive News & Information - Pinckney Auto Repair Center

Is your check engine light on? Whether you can tell a difference in the way your car, truck, or SUV is running, your car is trying to tell you something. At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, we can help.

Your transmission mounts keep your transmission in place and suppress vibrations coming from the drivetrain. How do you know when to replace them or when they’re going bad. At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, our goal is to educate you about your vehicle so that you can drive it safely and prolong its life.

Auxiliary transmission coolers are one of many ways the aftermarket can improve the quality and durability of your vehicle. From Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, here’s some information concerning auxiliary coolers, why you might need one, and what it can do for you.

Modern vehicles are becoming increasingly complex, and as a result, computer diagnostic systems are becoming a necessity rather than a convenience. At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, our state of the art technology and trained technicians are ready to diagnose any transmission issue you may be experiencing with your car, truck, or SUV.

If you own or maintain a fleet or commercial truck, you are likely already familiar with the term ASE certified technician. But what does ASE mean, and why is it important? Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI has the answer.

Coolant is vital to your engine. Without the right type, amount, and proper circulation of coolant, your engine won’t last long. How do you know when it’s time to check it or replace it? Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI has the answers.

If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, you know it’s hard to keep everything working perfectly all the time. You have to choose what to give priority to, and what can wait. However, some small problems are indicators that a bigger issue is on the way. At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, our goal is to keep you and your fleet going.

Unless you are confident in your abilities as an automotive mechanic, there is really only one rule when purchasing a flood-damaged vehicle: don’t do it. Unfortunately, sometimes sellers aren’t particularly straight-forward with their used cars. Many will try to hide the fact that it’s been damaged by floodwaters at all or try to convince potential buyers that the car is in fact fine. “It has gone months with no issues” or “technically it is flood-damaged but” are two red flags, and while it isn’t impossible for a flood car to be fine, it’s altogether a good idea to stay away.