Denton Auto Repair

All vehicles utilize numerous different fluids in order to operate the various system onboard. It may be difficult to understand how a liquid can help you steer your car or even bring it to a stop, but it does! As part of your routine auto maintenance it is necessary to drain and refill this liquids to ensure they are not contaminated with any pollutants that could cause the systems to fail. Be sure to check your owner's manual to find out when your car is due for these very vital fluid services. Brake Fluid Flush One of the most important fluids in your car is brake fluid. Your brakes are hydraulically assisted, meaning the system relies on this liquid to generate the force necessary to bring your car to a stop. In most vehicles a brake fluid flush is necessary when brake pads are replaced, which is often around the 30,000 mile mark for regular drivers. Power Steering Fluid Flush Vehicles with hydraulic power steering will need to have the power steering fluid flushed as well. If a v ... read more

Today's cars are full of amazing safety features such as airbags that can deploy from every which way, seat belts that hold us in place and shatter proof windows prevent glass shards from flying around during an accident. But each of these things have something in common, they are all safety features that are necessary in the event of a wreck, they don't help prevent an accident. The brakes on the other hand are the number one safety feature of your vehicle that can actually help prevent a car wreck, as long as they are in good working order. If you experience any of these signs of brake trouble be sure to head to the auto repair shop right away to have the problem resolved. Grinding or Squealing Noises Likely one of the first signs of trouble you may experience if your brake pads are low is a grinding noise. This happens because modern brake pads are designed with a mechanism that creates the noise as the pads get close to the end of their usable life. However it can also occur if th ... read more