Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson Engine Air Filter Replacement An air filter does what its name implies: it filters stuff out of the air. Air is drawn into your engine through the filter because your engine needs air to burn fuel. If the filter weren’t there, a lot of dust and debris would come into […]

Recommended Service Intervals at Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson Most people in the Tucson area are aware that automotive manufacturers have recommended service intervals. Following recommended service intervals is very important. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety standards. Some of these standards are […]

Maintaining Your Diesel in Tucson Diesel engines have been used extensively in Europe and Asia for many years. They haven’t been as common in the Tucson area because of the high sulfur content in our diesel fuel. But the government is now mandating lower sulfur content and, as a result, we are going to see […]

Road Trip: Be Ready for Anything with a Trip Inspection at Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson Then look at your shocks or struts for wear. Replace them if needed. You’ll want that extra comfort on your trip. Be sure to check your alignment as well. Steering a vehicle that is out of alignment is tiring, […]

Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson When it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Tucson drivers know how important it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, and they […]

The Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson Guide to Custom Wheels If you’re interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first. Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Tucson drivers have bought a […]

Under Pressure in Tucson: TPMS Have you noticed an increase in price when you get a flat tire fixed in Tucson, or have your tires rotated? It might be the result of your TPMS, or Tire Pressure Monitoring System. The federal government began requiring a TPMS system on 2008 model year passenger vehicles and light […]

What Is That? Check Engine Light Service at Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson Okay. You went to your local Tucson car wash, and while your vehicle was under the dryer, the Check Engine light started flashing. Panic! What did you just do? Something is seriously wrong with the vehicle! You head for the nearest Tucson […]

Your Vehicle Is NOT Maintenance Free, Tucson Car Owners A generation ago, Tucson drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle’s preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot less reliable than they are today. Taking your vehicle in to your Tucson shop every […]

A Cold Day in Tucson – Air Conditioning Service at Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson Most Tucson drivers worry about a breakdown or a tire blowout on a busy AZ highway, but don’t worry too much about failure of their air conditioning system. A breakdown on the side of the road can be a miserable […]