St Marys and Kingsland Auto Repair

A Land Rover is a powerful SUV with incredible off-roading capabilities. With a four-wheel drive, Land Rovers seem almost unstoppable. In some cases, you might hit a snag when the serpentine belt is damaged. Fixing it yourself is definitely not an option. You should bring it to our qualified mechanics for replacement. However, there are things you can do to prevent such a situation from occurring. Signs of a Serpentine Belt Problem First, we need to know the signs of a failing serpentine belt: ●      Squealing noise: Whenever your Land Rover starts making a squealing noise from the front of your vehicle, it could be a result of a misaligned serpentine belt. What you should do in this case is to quickly drive to our ... read more

Drivability is a phrase used to describe the characteristics of a car that a consumer is considering purchasing. However, it more particularly refers to a general assessment of the vehicle’s powertrain capabilities performed by a skilled mechanic, as well as whether or not this has an impact on a person’s overall ability to drive a car. This word is more than a definition; it describes a real-world occurrence with major implications for cars and drivers. If your car’s drivability is a problem, you will notice it firsthand while driving the affected vehicle. Once your car is misfiring, shaking, stalling, or the check engine light comes on, it could be a sign of a bigger problem with the car’s drivability. The faults are pinpointed and rectified with adequ ... read more

  HVAC stands for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. It is the climate control system in your BMW. The blower performs the simple function of blowing out heat when using your BMW’s heater and blowing cool air when using the air conditioner. If the blower is not working properly, you cannot use the heater or the air conditioner in the vehicle. This can lead to great inconvenience, especially if it is a particularly hot day. Signs of a Faulty HVAC Blower ●      Lack of Airflow: If the HVAC blower is not functioning properly, the air in your cabin may not be as hot or cold as desired. There will also be a lack of airflow from the vents. ●      Strength of Air Flow: If the strength at which the air blow ... read more

Bushings are the rubber pads that serve as shock absorbers in your Volvo's suspension systems and they seldom last the whole lifecycle of the car. They are very important parts of the suspension system as they provide a barrier between the car's cabin, divots, and bumps. Your Volvo is easier and smoother to drive thanks to the suspension bushing. You can find suspension bushings at every point that a joint has been formed all through the suspension system. They protect the joints from the wear and tear that comes with grinding. Whenever the bushing around a joint begins to weaken, it loses its ability to absorb road shocks and its noise-absorbing capabilities. Some places burn through bushings more quickly than others. The drop-link, anti-roll bar, mounts, control arms, and shock abs ... read more

Although it may sound like a simple component, a valve cover gasket in your Volkswagen serves a great purpose. Not only does it create a seal between your Volkswagen’s engine and valve cover, but it is also responsible for sealing the oil within its respective area. With such a big job, you surely don’t want the valve cover gasket in your Volkswagen to fail, as it will allow oil to seep out. If it does, you won’t have enough lubrication going to the sensitive components of your Volkswagen that need it the most. Its performance can suffer, as a result. In fact, if it goes on for too long, your Volkswagen could have some serious issues if it doesn’t have enough oil to allow its components to operate seamlessly and without friction. In general, there are some pretty clear signs that the valve cover gasket in your Volkswagen may be failing, so it’s a good ide ... read more

How to Recognize a Faulty Fuel Gauge in Your Mini   Mini cars are renowned for their compact shape and size. The manufacturer has produced small but fierce cars since the 1950s. Mini is an exciting brand for every car owner, and many drivers love Mini cars because of their fun size and affordability. Another benefit of getting a Mini is because it offers great gas mileage. You'll burn a lesser amount of fuel and you would get used to taking your eyes off the fuel gauge for many miles. If you own a Mini car, you would visit the fuel station less frequently. The fuel gauge helps you keep track of the amount of fuel in the car's tank. It's an often overlooked part of the car but has been known to fail often in Minis. If you feel that your fuel gauge is no longer reading the car's fuel level accurately, you need some help. In this art ... read more