Carthage Auto Repair

The first signs of bearing failure are unusual noises coming from the bearing such as grinding, squeaking, or rumbling sounds. These noises often indicate that the bearing is experiencing increased friction and wear. Another, but more dangerous sign when the bearings are worn or damaged as it may cause increased vibration due to the imbalance or misalignment they create. This is dangerous and it is vital to catch bearing problems early to prevent more extensive damage to your vehicle.     Driving a car with a bad wheel bearing is not recommended and can be dangerous. A wheel bearing plays a critical role in the safe operation of a vehicle. It allows the wheel to rotate smoothly while bearing the weight of the vehicle. When a wheel bearing is damaged or fails, it can lead to several problems and safety hazards. These hazards include reduced control, uneven tire wear, and in the worst possible case wheel separation. Given these safety risks, it's crucial not to drive a ve ... read more

Wheel alignment is an essential maintenance task that ensures your vehicle's wheels are properly positioned to work together efficiently and safely. Signs of misalignment include uneven tire wear, the vehicle pulling to one side, an off-center steering wheel, or vibrations coming from the steering wheel. Keeping up with regular wheel alignments extends the life of your tires, improves fuel efficiency, and enhances overall driving performance.     Tesla's warranty coverage typically includes the "New Vehicle Limited Warranty" and the "Battery and Drive Unit Limited Warranty." These warranties generally cover defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and maintenance for a specific period of time or mileage, whichever comes first. Routine maintenance items like wheel alignment are usually not covered under the standard vehicle warranty. Wheel alignments are considered regular maintenance tasks necessary to keep your vehicle in good worki ... read more

Why Do My Tires Wear On The Inside? This happens to a lot of vehicles from Automotive to Heavy Trucks. If you notice that Your Tires Are Wearing On The Inside it is a good idea to have the Suspension on your vehicle checked over and find out if the Ball Joints are worn or the King Pin Bushings are worn out in your commercial vehicle. When they wear out it allows the top of the tire to tip in and that is what wears the inside of the tire out and the rest of the tire is good yet. The fix for a light duty vehicle is to replace the Ball Joints and then do a Four Wheel Alignment. On a Heavy Vehicle you have to take the Steer Axle apart and Replace the Bushings and King Pins and do a Three Axle Alignment. If you hear a squeaking sound while your turning the steering wheel back and forth that is the Ball Joints or King Pin Bushings that are dry and will need to be replaced. Some Ball Joints can be greased others are sealed. It all depends on the application. If the Tires on your vehicle are w ... read more

What Can I Do To Get Better Gas Mileage? Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this question. Something as simple as your TIRES not having the proper air pressure in them can contribute to poor Fuel Mileage. Another easy thing to have your shop check is the Wheel Alignment on your vehicle. Not only does this help you save money on gas, but it also helps Tire Wear on your car and tires will last longer. If the Check Engine Light is on in your vehicle this can also contribute to poor Gas Mileage. When your Check Engine Light comes on it’s best to get it checked out. It may be simple things such as broken vacuum lines to the intake. When this happens the Mass Air Flow Sensor can’t read the correct amount of air flowing into your engine. When this happens the PCM uses other sensors to correct the amount of fuel it adds to the engine. If you feel that your car is Getting Bad Gas Mileage, give us a call and we can check your vehicle over and give you recommendations to help y ... read more