Yakima Auto Repair

  Perhaps you're the car owner who doesn't drive frequently; maybe you've been working from home, and that has reduced your daily commuting to work. That means that you'll not go enough mileage to warrant an oil change, but the duration you need to change the oil is due. Such a shift in driving schedule can compel you to ask yourself, "should I change my oil, even though I haven't reached the mileage limit?"   How Often Should You Change Engine Oil?   Vehicle manufacturers usually indicate the recommended maintenance schedule for various parts of the car. The interval is generally indicated in mileage (for example, every 6,000 miles) and time (every six months). Whichever threshold you attain first, it's recommended that you take the car for an oil change. Usually, people reach the mileage interval first.   Nonetheless, engine oil decomposes with time. That's why it's critical that you also focus on t ... read more

Today's modern vehicles are equipped with an on-board diagnostics system or OBD. Think of this system as your vehicle's computer. It is connected to many different sensors throughout your vehicle and basically monitors your vehicle's performance. It keeps track of your vehicle's needs, and can also detect when a problem occurs. In this instance, you'll notice a warning light appear on your dashboard, letting you know that you need to bring your vehicle to an expert mechanic for further diagnostics. Your car's computer system is able to report on performance and translate any issues into codes for better understanding. When something is wrong with your car, you can bring your vehicle to the professionals here at Westside Car Care. We use state-of-the-art scan tools that plug into your vehicle's computer and can run a report to see where the issue is. Basically, the engine computer is able to read the input from various sensors in the engine in 'real-t ... read more