Stay Headed in the Right Direction, BrightonPower steering is standard on nearly every vehicle in Brighton, Michigan, these days. Now there are some exotic, new types of power steering systems, but for the most part, the general setup is a pump that's driven by a belt powered by the engine.Contact the automotive professionals at Perfect ... Read More Posted in Steering on July 17, 2022 No Strain, No Gain (The Basics of Oil Filters)Ever wonder what one of the best things is to ever happen to your vehicle's engine? It's the little thing that usually looks like a can, the oil filter.Just like your kitchen sink strainer filters out errant particles of food from clogging your drain, the oil filter cleans out small particles t... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on July 10, 2022 Automotive Tips from Perfect Tune Auto Repair: Air Conditioning InspectionMost auto manufacturers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The inspection uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components.Environmental laws in some around Brighton require leaks to be repaired before refrigerant can be added. Also some ... Read More Posted in Cabin Air Filter on July 03, 2022 The Red Menace (How to Deal with Rust)Rust. It's worse if you drive in places that use salt on the roads in winter, or if you spend time driving near a body of salt water. But any vehicle has to deal with rust after years on the road. And it's not just that rust can eat away your vehicle's body and fenders. It can be a real probl... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on June 26, 2022 Check Engine Light Diagnosis at Perfect Tune Auto RepairHello Brighton . Have you ever had your Check Engine light come on? Did you panic? Or just scowl and ignore it? What should you do? Pull to the side of the road and call a tow truck? Or just keep driving? What does that little light really mean for Brighton drivers?First of all, the Check Engine... Read More Posted in Transmission on June 19, 2022 A "Mounting" Problem (Motor Mounts)You know how heavy your engine and transmission are, so you can imagine how tough the parts that hold them onto your vehicle's sub-frame must be. Not only must they support the weight, they also have to isolate vibrations and noise from the passenger cabin. Pretty tall order, wouldn't you say?... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on June 12, 2022 The Perfect Tune Auto Repair Guide to Saving Fuel: Car WeightThe team at Perfect Tune Auto Repair in Brighton, and Michigan car owners are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Brighton drivers want to save the environment and their pocketbooks.And we all knowor should knowthat preventive maintenance will help maximize fuel economy. ... Read More Posted in Fuel System on June 05, 2022 The Power Behind your Engine (Alternator Diagnosis and Repair)There's nothing like that sinking feeling when you turn the key and nothing happens in your vehicle. A lot of us are quick to blame the battery. But it may instead be your alternator that's failing.Your battery supplies power to start your vehicle, but the alternator is what sends power when y... Read More Posted in Battery on May 29, 2022 Diagnosing Your Vehicle at Perfect Tune Auto Repair in BrightonWhen we Brighton residents get a car repair bill, we really shouldn't be surprised to find diagnostic fees as one of the line items. When we get a computer fixed, there is usually a charge for the time it takes to diagnose the problem. When we go to a medical doctor, most of his fee is for his ab... Read More Posted in Diagnostics on May 22, 2022 Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Brighton: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Perfect Tune Auto RepairTaking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Brighton drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Brighton d... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on May 17, 2022 |
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