| Most people change their oil regularly. If you don't, | | | | dash. |
| make sure you start changing your oil every | | | | Some highly neglected maintenance items that can |
| 3000-5000 miles, or else you are asking for trouble. | | | | lead to costly repairs are transmission servicing, |
| Neglected oil changes can lead to hazardous sludge | | | | brakes, and timing belts. Most transmission fluid needs |
| build up in your vehicle, or worse yet an undetected oil | | | | to be changed every 30,000 miles, as well as the filter |
| leak which could lead to a blown motor. So first you | | | | and gasket. Brake interval changes vary greatly |
| want to set up a regular oil change schedule for your | | | | depending on driving habits and the vehicle, but in |
| vehicle. | | | | general 40,000 miles is a good interval for brake pad |
| After you have a set up a regular oil change schedule, | | | | rotors changes. When we are servicing your brakes |
| you'll want to have a qualified mechanic look over your | | | | we also check out the hydraulic system and do a |
| vehicle to check for leaks, inspect the fluids, check | | | | brake fluid flush if necessary. Timing belt replacements |
| belts, hoses and the overall condition of your vehicle | | | | are a $200-$600 maintenance item that can save you |
| under the hood. Mobile Auto Experts can provide such | | | | thousands in the long run. If a timing belt snaps on an |
| a service. In your inspection, we'll take a look at every | | | | interference motor, you're likely looking at replacing or |
| maintenance item in your vehicle and make | | | | rebuilding the engine from scratch. |
| recommendations as to which items need to be | | | | Your cooling system should also be regularly inspected |
| addressed immediately, which items can wait, and | | | | and serviced by Mobile Auto Experts. Checking your |
| which items may develop into a potential problem | | | | coolant level, strength and condition is a good idea for |
| down the road. That way there will be no surprises | | | | any Florida driver especially during the summer months |
| when driving and maintaining your vehicle. | | | | when overheating is a higher risk. A coolant leak could |
| All makes and models of automobiles are different, but | | | | be present anywhere along the cooling system - |
| the main components and systems which make up a | | | | hoses, radiator, freeze plugs, or water pump. A |
| car follow the same basic mechanic principles, and that | | | | qualified mechanic can check for a coolant leak which |
| is why a skilled mechanic should be able to work on all | | | | if neglected may lead to costly engine repairs such as |
| makes and models. With 20+ years of experience | | | | a head gasket replacement. It is generally a good idea |
| under our belts, we are highly experienced and trained | | | | to flush your cooling system every two years or |
| to work on all makes and models of automobiles and | | | | 30,000 miles. |
| motorcycles, from Hondas to Volkswagens to Suzukis | | | | Now that you have some basic maintenance principles |
| and Harley Davidsons. There is no substitute for the | | | | under your belt, be sure to call us when you need |
| trained opinion and perspective of a highly skilled | | | | anything. Having a skilled mechanic you can trust will |
| automotive mechanic who can properly diagnose and | | | | save you thousands of dollars in the long run and |
| repair that "squeak in my front-end," "squeal from the | | | | prevent you from being taken by dishonest auto repair |
| brakes," "vibration when I step on the brakes," or that | | | | shops. |
| annoying check engine light that is illuminated in your | | | | |