Posted on 9/17/2024
Maintaining the temperature of the engine within ideal limits is done by the cooling system of your vehicle. It promotes effective operation and helps to prevent overheating. Coolant is circulated through the system, absorbs heat from the engine and distributes it through the radiator fins – air flowing over the radiator removes the heat from the system. Should the cooling system malfunction, it could cause overheating of the engine, and expensive repairs. At Brown’s Automotive Experts in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, we offer comprehensive cooling system repairs. Whether the water pump needs replacement, or the radiator needs repairs, hoses or the thermostat – whatever causes impaired operation of your vehicle’s cooling system can be diagnosed and repaired by our nationally ASE certified technicians. Brown’s Automotive Experts offers four Albuquerque and one Rio Rancho locations for all your automotive maintenance and repair needs. Whether your car runs o ... read more
Posted on 9/13/2024
The power steering pump is an essential part of your car's steering system. It makes the steering wheel turn easily and smoothly. Any problems with your vehicle’s steering pump will negatively impact your ability to handle the vehicle, thus negatively impacting your safety and safety of your passengers. Brown’s Automotive Experts can diagnose and repair any power steering problem your vehicle may exhibit, and if necessary, can replace failing power steering pump to restore effortless vehicle control. Brown’s Automotive Experts offers comprehensive auto maintenance and repair services at our four Albuquerque locations and at the Rio Rancho location as well. When you bring your vehicle to one of our Albuquerque auto care facilities, we will perform a thorough, professional vehicle inspection and once we know the root cause of the problem, we will offer a solution to make your vehicle roadworthy again. Typical signs of power steering problems can include: Power st ... read more
Posted on 9/11/2024
A radiator is an indispensable part of your car's cooling system. It keeps the temperature of your engine at a safe level by moving the heat absorbed from the coolant into the air, which prevents your vehicle’s engine from overheating. A well-operating radiator is important in protecting your car, whether during hot summer drives or cold winter conditions. Issues with the radiator usually include leaks, corrosion, or a blockage. A radiator replacement becomes essential when the current unit cannot sufficiently cool the engine and cannot be repaired. Brown’s Automotive Experts radiator replacement is meant to bring your cooling system back to its optimal performance. A part of our service is the thorough assessment of your radiator to see if repairs can still be done. Some Signs of Radiator Problems:Coolant Leaks - Coolant puddles under your car clearly indicate a radiator problem. Coolant may leak from the radiator or from connectin ... read more
Posted on 9/9/2024
Brown’s Automotive Experts offers comprehensive Albuquerque auto repair and maintenance services, and spark plugs replacement is among them. Spark plugs ignite air-fuel mixture – by generating sparks – a lot of them. Over time, the spark plugs wear out until they can no longer do their job correctly – when that happens, you vehicle could present you with a number of undesirable symptoms, like reduced performance and reduced fuel efficiency, rough idling, and even misfires. To avoid these issues, you need to replace your spark plugs at the recommended intervals. At Brown’s Automotive Experts, we’ll make sure your spark plugs are in top shape. Depending on the material used in manufacture, spark plugs may need replacement as often as 30,000 miles, or as rarely as 90,000 miles (iridium spark plugs). If your vehicle exhibits any of the above symptoms, bring it to Brown’s Automotive Experts. We will inspect the spark plugs for wear, fouling ... read more