Monday, September 16, 2019

Temperature Rising.

Well, just the opposite is true these days in the Topeka area, but maybe not on the temperature gauge of your BMW.  There are two very important parts of the car: the radiator and thermostat. Without either part, your Beamer would not be able to function properly.  BMW’s tend to be a bit cranky about that!

Your thermostat works to regulate the amount of coolant that is brought to the radiator for cooling purposes.  When the engine gets too cold, the thermostat shuts down and that coolant is then directed back into the engine until it gets warmer.  As the coolant warms up, the thermostat opens back up and brings it through both the radiator and engine again.

Don’t worry, the master ASE certified mechanics at A.J.’s Import Garage are the best in the Topeka area at getting your BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen, etc. back on the road when their radiators act up.  A.J.’s Import Garage is located at 501 S.W. Harrison.  If you’re able to call ahead for an appointment the number is (784) 233-1000.

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

The ABC’s of ABS.

What is the ABS braking system?  Well, it is not essential for the primary function of braking your vehicle.  Your car WILL stop without the ABS actually engaging.  Before you replace your anti-lock brakes, make sure that you have a mechanic or service center you can trust to do the job right every time! 

Here are the main benefits of an anti-lock system –

1.  It is much easier to stop on ice
2.  Your insurance should go down because of the addition of a safety device
3.  Your vehicle increases in value at trade-in time
4.  Each wheel has traction on the road

We turn your attention to that early point.  When you need someone to work on your ABS braking system you need to make sure that you have a service center you can trust.  That shop in Topeka should be A.J.’s Import Garage.  Especially, if you own a foreign car in the Topeka area you can trust A.J.’s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison.  Call (784) 233-1000.