The Side Effects of a Cooling System Not Doing Its Job If you’re like most drivers here in Minneapolis, your auto maintenance routine includes checking the radiator’s coolant level. It’s a small job that only takes a minute, but it’s easy to put off unless you think about the consequences. The auto experts at Kennedy…
DetailsDisc Brakes Versus Drum Brakes: Which Are Better? More than 40 years ago, auto makers began replacing drum brakes on the front of most vehicles with disc brakes. The two systems are different, but most cars run with both. When customers visit our Shakopee, MN shop for brake repair, we’re often asked if one brake type is…
DetailsKeeping You in Gear: How Your Automatic Transmission Works Shift from park into drive, ease down on the gas pedal, and you’re on the road. It’s so simple, and it happens thanks to a modern marvel of automotive engineering. Our mechanics here in Plymouth specialize in transmission repair, and we’d like to share our appreciation for the…
DetailsYour Check Engine Light Is On: What’s Your Car Trying to Tell You? It’s impossible to ignore the Check Engine light, but is it always serious? Do you really need to get the car to a mechanic right away? We recommend stopping by our Waite Park automotive repair shop for a quick diagnostic test. Chances…
DetailsExamining Your Car’s Electric Ecosystem It’s easy to take automobile electrical systems for granted, as many drivers in Forest Lake do. Even as professional mechanics, we understand, as we’ve come to rely on electrical components in our everyday lives. Let’s take a closer look at your car’s electronic ecosystem and give you a better idea…
DetailsThe Difference Between Engine and Exhaust Brakes The brakes are one of the most important parts of a vehicle, as they play the important role of slowing it down. However, not all braking systems are created equally. Many vehicles, specifically trucks, rely on either engine or exhaust brakes on top of their regular brakes. We’d…
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