Brake pads are important - you don’t need them to go, but you do need them to stop. At Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA, we like to keep your vehicle stopping exactly as it should - it’s less dangerous, and it keeps insurance premiums low. So, how do you know if your brake pads are going bad? How do they work? What even are they? We’ve got the answers!
Do you hear a funny clicking sound when you turn the wheels of your vehicle? It could be your car or truck's CV or Drive Axle, and it may be in need of repair. Safety is the number one priority for our customers here at Motorworks Northwest, Inc, and it is our goal to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Driving around with a damaged CV Joint or Drive Axle problem can be extremely dangerous. The axle is a structural component that bears the weight of the vehicle, any cargo, and the acceleration forces between you and the ground. It is so important to have your vehicle inspected regularly by a trained automotive repair professional here at Motorworks Northwest, Inc to ensure its safety.
Your transmission’s shift points are exactly what you think they are - the points at which your transmission shifts. From the transmission experts at Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA, here’s what you need to know about them.
Diesel engines are known for their reliability - that’s probably at least partially why you bought one. However, like all things, diesels and their components wear out eventually. Fortunately, the technicians at Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA have you covered. Here are some fuel system issues to watch out for.
For the first several decades of automotive history, transmissions weren’t reliant on electronics for operation. Today, that simply isn’t the case. At Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA, we have the knowledge and equipment necessary to take care of even the most complex transmissions, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive.
Your drive belts are simple but integral components to the function of your car, truck, or SUV. At Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA, belts are one of the first things we assess when looking over a vehicle, as they alone are in charge of operating your AC, water pump, alternator, and power steering.
Most commercial diesel engines these days are turbocharged. Turbos dramatically increase power and efficiency, particularly on diesel engines, which makes them a must-have item on engines that rely heavily on both. However, sometimes issues arise in turbo systems; at Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA, we can fix that.
Your vehicle configuration determines how it should be properly towed to avoid transmission damage. Specifically, it matters if your vehicle is front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and whether it’s an automatic or a manual. From the professionals at Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA, here’s how to tow your vehicle:
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