Services | Auto Engine Repair

Auto Engine Leaks

Engine and transmission problems are often unnoticeable until they become very serious. As a result, many owners make the mistake of not bringing their vehicle in for regular maintenance which can damage your investment. But how do you save money determining which services you should or should not look at for repairs? Here are some signs that your engine is in need of repair.

Increased Engine Exhaust Smoke

A typical vehicle exhaust system consists of a catalyst, muffler, and electrically operated exhaust system. All are needed to extract as much horsepower from an engine as possible while reducing noise levels within the vehicle. Importantly, your vehicle’s exhaust system also helps circulate air through the cabin while equalizing temperatures throughout the engine. This is what makes exhaust systems so essential when driving on roads in hot weather conditions. 

Excess exhaust or smoke from your vehicle can mean trouble for your engine. Blue and black colored smoke means more oil is burning than should be. White colored smoke is a sign that your engine coolant is leaking into your engine’s combustion chambers. 

Check Engine Light

Your ‘Check Engine Light’ is a visual warning sign that your vehicle is experiencing problems with it’s electrical system or mechanical parts. Check engine lights monitor the status of your vehicle’s performance through giving and receiving data with your vehicle’s fuel-injected systems, automatic transmissions, and ignition systems. When your check engine light comes on, it is advised that you take it seriously, as electrical and mechanical parts can be expensive to replace. In-shop computer tests are programmed to identify the root cause of electrical or mechanical failures so you can take preventative action. 

Excess exhaust or smoke from your vehicle can mean trouble for your engine. Blue and black colored smoke means more oil is burning than should be. White colored smoke is a sign that your engine coolant is leaking into your engine’s combustion chambers. 

Engine Knocking Noise

Engine knocking noise is the result of excessive wear, misalignment, or damage to one or more of your vehicle’s engine bearings. Because engine bearings are foundational to your vehicle’s structure, any knocking noise should be taken seriously and serviced at first opportunity. 

Excess exhaust or smoke from your vehicle can mean trouble for your engine. Blue and black colored smoke means more oil is burning than should be. White colored smoke is a sign that your engine coolant is leaking into your engine’s combustion chambers. 

Auto Engine Repair with MC Tires & Auto Repair

When your vehicle is in need of engine repair or inspection, you need professionals you can trust that work fast to get you back on the road. At MC Tires & Auto Repair in Austin, TX, you can rely on our staff of trained technicians to give you an honest diagnosis of your vehicle, communicate with you about possible repairs and prices, and deliver mechanical services that enable you and your loved ones to drive with confidence.