Oftentimes, vehicle parts that are small in size and relatively inexpensive can still cause major mechanical problems when they break. A motor mount, or engine mount, is a rubber and metal assembly that has two purposes in your vehicle. Motor mounts align the engine inside the engine compartment – securing the engine to the frame of the car – and also absorb road shocks and vibrations so you don’t feel them while you’re behind the wheel. Most vehicles have multiple motor mounts, and if one of the motor mounts breaks the driver will experience significant shaking and vibrations from the engine. Broken motor mounts place tremendous stress on all of the other components that are attached to the engine, and can result in broken transmission mounts and transmission bolts, exhaust leaks and damaged wiring.
At USA Automotive, we encourage regular maintenance service for your vehicle, including wheel alignment service. Regular maintenance is important to help avoid costly repairs later on, and misalignment is something that occurs fairly often with most vehicles. Your vehicle can become misaligned from various causes, but one of the main causes are potholes, bumpy roads, and minor collisions. Typically, the first sign that your vehicle is misaligned is uneven tread on your tires, and some drivers will also noticed their vehicle pulling strongly to either the right or the left. The Raleigh area is known for having some older roads and heavy traffic, so chances are your vehicle has needed an alignment service at some point. Once you notice either of these symptoms, it is important to bring your vehicle to our shop for a wheel alignment. Choosing to ignore a misaligned vehicle can result in more extensive repairs and services, including having to replace your tires sooner due to uneven wear.
Quality brake repair service should be every driver’s top priority. At USA Automotive our talented team of certified automotive technicians performs expert brake repair in Raleigh, NC to keep you and your passengers safe on the road. We stay on top of your vehicle’s braking system by performing timely inspections and efficient maintenance services to further enhance your brake system performance.The sooner you bring your vehicle to us, the better chance we’ll have of sparing you replacement part costs. We are equipped to perform any repairs or replacements for your brake system parts, such as brake rotor or calipers.
Have you ever thought “I think I need to fix my radiator?” Your radiator plays an important role in your vehicle’s heating and cooling system. If it isn’t functioning properly, your vehicle is in danger of overheating, which can lead to mechanical failure and other issues. It’s better to fix your radiator now than pay for costly repairs later. At USA Automotive, we advocate timely radiator maintenance services to help keep your cooling system operating properly, thus preventing engine overheating. Ideally, your radiator’s condition should be constantly monitored and inspected, especially in particularly hot climates or after long periods of driving. The following are some quick tips to avoid trouble down the road:
At USA Automotive, we know that it’s important for drivers to pay attention to the recommended interval services to help maintain their vehicles. You may be asking, “Can I just fix my timing belt?” Due to the low cost, it’s usually cheaper to replace rather than fix a timing belt. Typically around 90,000-100,000 miles, your auto manufacturer will recommend that you have your timing belt replaced. Replacing your timing belt is important because choosing to delay it puts your vehicle at risk for serious damage. Many people ask if a timing belt fix is possible, but they are usually cheaper to replace.
One of the most important maintenance services for your vehicle is often one of the most overlooked – the oil change. Many drivers put off getting their oil changed because the negative effects of delaying it are not always obvious. However, if you wait too long for you next oil change, there won’t be enough lubricant for your engine – and that can cause friction which leads to damaged parts. Repairing or rebuilding an engine could end up costing you far more time and money than any oil change. Don’t let a quick and easy maintenance service turn into a major repair – call USA Automotive in Raleigh, NC today!
