Check Your Battery Before Winter
Is your vehicle ready for winter? Extremely cold temperatures are tough on your car’s battery, and unfortunately, that’s just something we have to deal with in Minnesota! It’s a good idea to check your battery before it gets cold to make sure it’s in good shape. Because your vehicle requires more power to start when […]
Transmission Repair: When to Bring Your Car in
A vehicle’s transmission is a complex gearbox that makes sure your engine is spinning at the correct rate for speeding up or slowing down. This system prevents the engine from getting overloaded and reduces fuel consumption while still getting enough power. One of the many services Auto Works offers is transmission repair and replacement, but […]
Back to School Maintenance Checklist
As summer winds down and school supply shopping begins, don’t forget the most important item: transportation! Whether you’re picking up kids from practice or letting your newly licensed teen take the car to school, we want to make sure your vehicle is ready. Simple tasks that you can do yourself include: Replacing wiper blades Refilling […]
Oxygen Sensors: What to Look for & When to Replace
Your vehicle’s oxygen sensor is responsible for measuring oxygen levels and monitoring emissions. These sensors can check the ratio of air and gasoline in the engine and ensure that it’s running at top performance. If your oxygen sensor isn’t functioning, it’s not able to check and maintain that ratio. If there isn’t enough oxygen present, […]
How Routine Car Maintenance Saves You Money
While taking your car into an auto shop can sometimes feel like a hassle, you’re preventing costly problems in the future. For example, it’s better to spend a small amount on getting your tires balanced than dealing with a blowout later on! Here are a few tips to make sure you’re keeping up with your […]
Oil Changes: Why so important?
If you own a vehicle, oil changes are something you’re used to getting every few months. You know it’s important for your engine to run smoothly, but what does an oil change actually do? Engine Lubrication In an engine, there are many moving parts that work at a high speed. This causes friction, and if […]
Potholes: Car Damages and How to Prevent Them
While Minnesotans always look forward to the warmth of Spring and Summer, there’s an unfortunate catch: potholes. These deep holes in the pavement are more than a bumpy annoyance—hitting one, especially at a high speed, can do some serious damage to your vehicle. How much damage can a pothole do? Common car damages from potholes […]
Tie Rods: When They Should Be Checked
There are few vehicle functions more important than steering. Whenever you utilize your steering wheel, you are also engaging the tie rods on your vehicle. In a typical car, tie rods attach the steering gear to the steering knuckle and are also a critical component to your vehicle’s suspension. Because of tie rods’ importance to […]
Windshield Wiper Winter Maintenance
If you live in the upper Midwest, you know windshield wipers are essential no matter the season. From intense summer rainstorms to sloppy winter weather, having good wipers is essential to your driving safety. Signs You Need to Replace Your Windshield Wipers Experts recommend replacing your windshield wipers ever 6-12 months, depending on the blade […]