There was a time when timing belts were found in all vehicles. The strong, ribbed belt was essential to making sure that both the cranks and the camshafts were properly timed. A damaged timing belt resulted in the upper and lower sections of your vehicle’s engine to fall out of synch with one another. Which […]
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While cars can’t speak to us, they do their best to tell us when something is wrong through the lights on the dashboard. Some vehicle owners may choose to ignore those signals when they come on, but it’s important to always listen to what your car is telling you. For example, we often hear about […]
When your car’s cabin starts to smell sweet or like something is burning when you run heating/cooling, that’s a sign that it’s time to get your coolant flushed. If you think you can just power through the smell to save money, you’re running the risk of your vehicle breaking down due to overheating. Coolant doesn’t […]
Here are some of the things you can do to ensure improved gas mileage for your car: Driving Habits Keep your car clean. Mud on the undercarriage can weigh a significant amount and slow you down. Consolidate your daily trips and errands. This will also save you the cost of restarting your engine, which uses […]
Experts in Transmission Replacement, Clutch Repair, Fluid Exchanges, Flushes & More Elite Car Care is the best choice for transmission and clutch services for Palmdale, Lancaster, and Antelope Valley residents. Our ASE-certified technicians are transmission specialists with years of experience and an excellent track-record for achieving complete customer satisfaction. We work on both manual and […]
Your car’s check engine light can be triggered by anything from a loose gas cap to a major problem with your engine’s performance. While in many cases the check engine light is found to be the result of minor problems, it is always recommended to have your vehicle checked out by a qualified professional as […]
If your vehicle is damaged after an accident, follow these tips to get it fixed and back on the road as soon as possible. Getting a Damage Estimate Usually, you don’t have to get any estimates yourself. Normally, the insurance company that is paying to repair your car damage will have an on-the-road estimator go […]
AUTO SERVICE With over 30 years of auto service experience in Palmdale and Lancaster, we are a family business that believes in genuine customer service from the heart, along with state-of-the-art technology, tools and training. We’d be honored to become your trusted full service auto repair and maintenance destination. BRAKE REPAIR Your brakes are your […]
It’s been said many times that one of the most important professional relationships you can develop is with a trustworthy mechanic. If you don’t have a family member who is a mechanic, or if you’re not inclined to do your own auto repairs, then you will need to know what to look for when developing […]