Walnut Creek Auto Repair

In short, yes. It is very important for vehicle owners to have their wheels balanced when necessary. If your car is showing the following signs or experiences the following circumstances, then your car probably needs a wheel balance: Excessive shaking or vibrationsNoisy tires - humming or buzzingWorn tiresHitting large obstructions like potholes or curbsRight after getting new tires When a tire is out of balance, it cannot properly grip and drive on the road. As a consequence, you experience those annoying vibrations. Not only can getting a wheel balance correct the symptoms above, but it can promote a smoother ride experience.    There's no doubt that tires and wheels are very heavy. When you get new tires, it is imperative that they are balanced before being mounted. During a wheel balancing service at Diablo Auto Specialists, one of our professional mec ... read more

In any driving, your attention is key. Apart from keeping your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel, it's also important to know what's going on in your car. Your dashboard has warning lights to keep you aware of your surroundings and make sure you remain in control of the car. These indicators let you know when something is going on that might not be good. This article will explain what each dashboard warning lights mean and how you can use them to keep yourself safe.   1. Engine Warning Light   This Light is usually red or orange and appears on your dashboard when there's an issue with your engine. If this light is on, it's a good idea to pull over as soon as possible so that you can figure out what's wrong with your car. You don't want to risk driving a car that could cause serious injury or damage to yourself or others while trying to fix the problem.   2. Electrical System Fault Warning Light   This is usually red and app ... read more

While you may know the importance of oil changes, did you know that coolant is just as crucial for your engine's operation? Antifreeze/coolant is a vehicle fluid that helps cool the engine down. It is a part of the cooling system and is in charge of drawing excess heat away from the engine. Otherwise, your engine would overheat all the time from its strenuous activities.   It is important for drivers to pay extra attention to their coolant during the spring and summer because vehicles are more likely to overheat with climbing temperatures. Besides its cooling abilities, coolant also has anti-corrosive, anti-foaming, and deposit-resistant properties. Therefore, it is highly important that you check your coolant levels regularly. Additionally, it would help if you had it changed or flushed when necessary.   Coolant comes in many different colors, so it can be tricky to locate for some. Good and effective coolant should be vibrant in color and free of any contaminants. W ... read more