A1 Murrieta Auto Repair

Have you ever wondered why your check engine light might come on and off without you doing anything to fix it? In some cases, your light will only come on when the problem is actually occurring, which could be an intermittent issue.

Did you know that forgetting to change your fuel filter could lead to a breakdown of your car? When too much debris collects on the filter, it will eventually collapse, causing a drop in fuel pressure.

Driving a car for 100,000 miles or more is not uncommon. However, if you notice your gas mileage decreasing, or the car is running erratically, it may need to be tuned up. We will tune your car and have it running like a top in no time.

While most people understand the importance of regular oil changes, they may not realize the air filter is just as important. Failure to change your air filter regularly can lead to oil contamination.

Have your headlights oxidized? If you notice an opaque glaze on your headlights, it will reduce their effective light transmission. Removing it is tedious and time consuming. Bring your car to us and let us clear up the situation.

When you bring your car in, we'll check your tires for you and let you know whether or not you need to replace them. In a front-wheel-drive vehicle, you can replace the back tires and move those to the front.

We recommend you have your car's battery changed every five years or so, and if it feels like your battery doesn't have the right amount of charge, just bring it in and let us check its charge and water level.

Have you ever noticed - or been told - that your brake lights seem to come on more often than you're pressing the brake pedal? When this happens, it may indicate low brake fluid.

Keep an eye on the air pressure of your tires. Having your tires aired up at the right psi is important to your car getting good mileage. If one tire is low, air it back up until it reaches the correct level.

Even though advances in technology have resulted in improved products, things still break. Always check you hoses and belts and look for signs of wear. If you suspect they need replacing, bring your car in and have them changed.

If your car failed inspection because of the smog test, we can help. Bring your car in for a diagnosis, and we will make the needed repairs so that your car will pass its inspection and be legal again.

Antifreeze in your coolant is an extremely important part of preventative maintenance for your vehicle. It keeps the coolant from freezing, it keeps the system from corroding and it prevents overheating during summer months by raising the boiling temperature.

If yours is a newer vehicle, the computer system makes do it yourself repairs impossible. In addition to damaging your car's engine and its systems, you could also void the vehicle's warranty.