October 2026Not-So-Smooth Operator (Transmission Signs of Trouble)You are heading down a flat, newly paved street when all of a sudden you feel it. Your vehicle jumps a little bit when you're accelerating and changing gears. You know it's not the surface of the road because it's smooth as silk. So what did you just feel? That kind of jumpingor grinding or s... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 22, 2026 Your Brakes Are Telling You Something: When Rotor Replacement Makes SenseYou may not realize it, but your vehicle is communicating with you all the time. For example, your brakes talk to you through sounds, vibrations and changes in how your vehicle feels when you stop. And one of your brakes components that eventually needs attention is the brake rotor. Brake rotors... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 21, 2026 Road Trip? Check! (Trip Inspection)After months of postponing travel far away from home, a lot of us can't wait to hit the road and scream "Road Trip!" again. But how long has it been since the vehicle you're planning on taking has had a thorough inspection? And is it roadworthy for several days on the highway? Time to schedule a... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 20, 2026 Wobbly in Turns? Your Sway Bar May Be to BlameWhen you take a corner in your vehicle, its supposed to feel controlled and stable. But you might notice one day that your vehicle feels like it is unstable, or even like its floating. It can be a scary sensation that gets your attention. If you feel that as you change lanes or when turning a ... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 19, 2026 Make your Service Visit at Quiroz Complete Auto Center a Good OneMost people don't love going to get their vehicle serviced, but it's one of those things you just have to do. So you might as well get the most of out of it. There are some steps you can take that will likely help you get the best results possible. For one thing, it's important to describe your ... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 18, 2026 Catching Trouble EarlyYour vehicle depends on wheel bearings. Sitting between the wheels hub and axle, they allow your wheels to spin smoothly, bear the vehicles weight and work in harmony to stay aligned with other parts. Wheel bearings can fail in several ways, and they may send the driver some pretty clear clues... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 17, 2026 The Last Gas (Fuel Pump Replacement).You're heading down the road and you notice your vehicle is sputtering, like it's running out of gas. But the gauge show's it's still got a quarter of a tank. So what gives? It could be that your fuel pump is failing, meaning your engine is not getting enough gas to run properly. While fuel p... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 16, 2026 Move it or Lose It (Dormant Vehicles)When it comes to your vehicle, driving it too much can cause some issues. But what about not driving a vehicle enough? That has consequences as well. Here are a few things that can happen if a vehicle isn't driven enough. When the engine doesn't operate, the oil isn't lubricating. That means s... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 15, 2026 Talk about Engines (Causes of Rough Engine Idling)You can help your service facility by describing the problem in detail. Here's a list of things to make a note of:When is the problem happening, when the engine is cold or when it's been running for a while?Does the rough idling occur when I'm accelerating or when I'm going at a steady speed?... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 14, 2026 It Pays to Take Care of Your Transmission at Quiroz Complete Auto CenterIf you've been paying attention, you've noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in Cicero. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I've gotta tell 'ya, most of that's because of technological advances in transmissions. To get a better understan... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 13, 2026 |
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