Signs That Your Car Needs Service 

Adhering to recommended maintenance is paramount for ensuring your ride is in great shape. In between checkups, there may be times when you aren’t sure if your automobile should be taken for analysis. Island Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM provides you with signs that your car needs service.

Warning Lights…

The dashboard warning light on newer vehicles usually alerts a driver when to take the car to a mechanic. Certain vehicles can warn you if a service is past due. Besides an indicator for regular check-ups, a warning light can also signal a specific problem that needs resolution by a trained technician. 

Noises…

Any type of strange sound can point to a problem underneath the hood. Bring your automobile to a trusted professional immediately for a thorough inspection if you hear any weird noises. 

Vibrations…

Vibrations that occur while pulling away could be due to worn-out friction material, a pressure plate defect, or a combo of the two. It could also be caused by an oil leak polluting the clutch plate. If your car shakes or vibrates at low speeds, the engine mount which holds the engine in place could be loose, worn, or broken. See an auto expert at once for diagnosis. 

Leaks…

The sight of brown liquid could be a red flag that your car is losing power steering fluid, oil, or worst of all, its brake fluid. This may wind up being an urgent situation that necessitates a skilled evaluation as soon as possible.

Less Power and Stalling Often…

If your vehicle has less ‘get up and go’ or tends to stall, its spark plugs might be defective. Another possibility is that the fuel injection system is malfunctioning and deprives the engine of fuel or oxygen. Or, a clogged catalytic converter might be interrupting proper airflow. A reputable service shop can get to the bottom of the issue.

Worrisome Brakes…

If you have not been vigilant with routine maintenance, brakes have the potential to become less functional. Perhaps you are forced to press harder on the brake pedal to engage the car’s stopping ability. This problem is commonly due to leaking brake fluid or shabby brake pads. A pro in the field can assess the culprit and replace the brake pads if necessary.                      

Smoke…

An automobile that is producing smoke must be evaluated by an experienced technician. Relay information as to when the smoke appears and the color, the point of origin, and if your vehicle is overheating. Problems found with your head gasket, cooler systems, electrical wires, pistons, or fuel valves, can be addressed and corrected by a knowledgeable mechanic.

The automotive service department at Island Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM provides phenomenal workmanship performed by specialists in the industry. We are located at 1239 Hylan Boulevard in Staten Island, NY, and you can arrange an appointment by calling (929) 383-7439.

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