May 17, 2019 10:12 pm
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There have been a lot of changes in the world of air conditioning refrigerant lately. The old standby for vehicles was R1134 refrigerant, but that has since changed to the new R1234YF refrigerant. What exactly does this mean, and how do the two differ from each other? Here’s an overview of what you should know, courtesy of a mechanic in Madison, TN. A background on the refrigerants The old R-12 refrigerant was first developed in 1935, and as you might expect, there have been a whole lot of changes and upgrades to the technology in the field since then. Today,... View Article
May 1, 2019 11:35 pm
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Depending on the kind of car repair you need, it could wind up being a pretty expensive job, one for which you have not budgeted. The average person will spend about $750 per year on maintenance alone—that’s not even considering what you’d have to pay for one-time repairs. It’s understandable to get stressed out if your vehicle breaks down. Fortunately, even if you don’t have the money to pay out of pocket to get your vehicle fixed, there are still other options available for you to make the payment, including financing. Here’s some information about those options from a mechanic... View Article
April 17, 2019 11:35 pm
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There are many different reasons why your car’s “check engine” or “service” light might start flashing. One such example is Trouble Code P0456, which is an indication of a small leak in your evaporative emissions system (EVAP for short). Here’s some information from a mechanic in Madison, TN about the EVAP system, the trouble code and what you should do to address it. About the EVAP system and potential troubles you’ll face The EVAP system is a closed system in your vehicle that is designed to capture vapors from the fuel tank and keep them from leaking out into the... View Article
April 2, 2019 12:13 am
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You’re driving your car when suddenly it starts to smoke up. When you look under the hood, it’s obvious the smoke is coming from the AC compressor. You’re pretty sure that the air compressor will need to be replaced, but is that really the problem with your car? If you need an auto AC compressor replacement in Madison, TN and call around for estimates, or even check online, you will quickly find that the cost of replacing an AC compressor can vary quite a bit from one mechanic to another, and this usually depends on whether or not that particular... View Article
March 19, 2019 12:12 am
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While it may not feel like it yet, spring is definitely on its way. But with the warmer months comes the maintenance to-do lists of all those maintenance tasks that you couldn’t do in the winter. If your spring to-do list doesn’t include getting your car’s AC serviced, it should. Spring is the perfect time to get your auto AC maintenance in Madison, TN. After not using it for months and with the heat of the summer just around the corner, spring is the right time to make sure your AC is in working order. The question is, where should... View Article
