by David Waye | Jul 30, 2022 | Maintenance
When using cars for a long time, the worse the engine quality is inevitable. If you do not know how to take care of the car, the internal components will fail, and you need to get serviced. One common phenomenon warning you that the car is having problems is white...
by David Waye | Jun 30, 2022 | Maintenance
The worst thing that we can think of is not being able to drive that beautiful BWM that you own because of a mechanical issue. Have you recently purchased a luxury brand vehicle new or used? And you don’t know when you should have your timing belt replaced, especially...
by David Waye | Apr 30, 2022 | Maintenance
Low oil pressure in your car’s engine can be caused by an oil leak, a blocked oil filter, using the wrong viscosity oil, or a faulty oil pump. Whatever the cause, you shouldn’t drive your car far if the low oil pressure light is on. Oil is essential for keeping the...
by David Waye | Jan 30, 2022 | Maintenance
A belt or hose failure can cause an overheated engine, loss of power steering, and loss of the electrical charging system. If a hose leaks coolant or the belt turning the water pump snaps, the cooling system is inoperable. If the engine overheats, it can suffer...
by David Waye | Dec 20, 2021 | Maintenance
At The German Auto Doctor, there are a few questions we receive more than others. Many of them have to do with common noises that come from our customer’s cars. From squeaking brakes to ticking engines, we’ve heard it all (no pun intended). Today we’ll be talking...
by David Waye | Nov 20, 2021 | Maintenance
When someone reverses out of their garage and sees a stain, one of the first questions they ask is, “Why is my car leaking oil when parked?” This question is then quickly followed up by others, including, “Can you drive a car with an oil leak?” and even, “Wait, is...
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