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.
When you get in your car, truck, SUV, or minivan to drive and the A/C does not work what could be wrong? Here at A-Dayton Automotive , we have some simple answers to help you understand how your vehicle A/C system works. The first question we are asked is "Why isn't my air conditioner blowing cold air?" Let's talk about what could be happening.
Auxiliary transmission coolers are one of many ways the aftermarket can improve the quality and durability of your vehicle. From A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, OH, here’s some information concerning auxiliary coolers, why you might need one, and what it can do for you.
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 types of maintenance to give priority to, and what can wait. However, some small problems are indicators that a bigger issue is on the way. At A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, OH, our goal is to keep your fleet going.
Spark plugs have been around since the beginning, and play as important a role now as they did a hundred years ago. It’s a good idea to replace them as a set at regular intervals, but sometimes one will go bad sooner than the rest for one reason or another. How do you know if you have a bad spark plug? Here are some indicators, from A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, OH.
Everyone has different habits when it comes to washing their vehicle. Many people see it as a purely cosmetic thing, so as long as their vehicle is running and driving right they don’t see a point in washing it all that often. In actuality, washing your vehicle is also an important aspect of maintenance and making a vehicle last. A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, OH has some vehicle washing tips for you, to keep your vehicle in shape for years to come.
If your transmission is slipping, what are your options? As you’ve seen, a variety of issues can cause a transmission to slip. Likewise, repairs differ widely depending on the issue. Our highly trained technicians at A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, OH can recommend your best options. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost effective as possible.
If you've been driving for any amount of time, you’re probably aware that your car, truck, or SUV needs a wheel alignment on occasion. However, did you know that depending on what you drive, your rear wheels may also require attention? Here’s what you need to know about rear wheel alignments, from A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, OH.
