It’s Going to Be a Bumpy Ride.

When you hit a pothole with your vehicle, it rocks the entire suspension system. This can cause a whole bunch of wear and tear on shocks and struts. Spotting damage to these necessary car parts can be challenging. How to spot what MAY need to be looked at is why you should stop in to A.J.’s Import Garage in Topeka.

Did you know that around the country, drivers pay approximately $3 billion a year for vehicle damage due to confrontations with potholes? This time of year, in Topeka when the temperature drops below 32°, the water standing on the pavement will freeze and expand, forcing the pavement to rise.

Don’t let a pothole ruin your winter driving experience in the Topeka area! If you suspect suspension problems with your foreign or domestic car call A.J.’s Import Garage at (785) 233-1000 or wobble into 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka. Learn more about auto maintenance by visiting ajsimportgarage.com.

Temperature’s Rising.

Even though it's cold outside, if you notice that your vehicle’s temperature gauge is rising rapidly, here is a helpful tip from A.J.’s Import Garage in Topeka. Immediately turn your heater on to the highest setting. This will drain some of the heat from your engine until you can safely pull over to the side of the road.

Once you are safely on the side of the road you may think…I will just lift the hood and help my car’s engine begin to cool down. Be careful…that may be a mistake! If steam is coming out, it’s better NOT to open it just to be safe. Never remove a hot radiator cap since pressurized coolant and steam can come shooting out.

It can be stressful enough navigating the roads of the Topeka area this time of year. Hopefully, your engine overheating will not be one of them. Whenever you have mechanical problems in your vehicle always think of A.J.’s Import Garage, located at 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka. Just call (785) 233-1000. You can see their whole story at ajsimportgarage.com.

It Is all About Timing.

That could be said of many things, but when it pertains to your car’s timing belt it is important to know just when to replace it. your vehicle’s engine relies on a timing belt to stay in sync. The timing belt assures that everything in the engine is operating as smoothly as possible. Most importantly, it keeps you safe on the road!

What does it look like? The timing belt is a rubber belt made of hard teeth that interlock with the cogwheels of the crankshaft and the camshafts. Here is what could happen…IF the intake valves open prematurely, there may be too much fuel-air mixture flowing into your engine’s combustion chamber. That leads to poor combustion and a significant loss of power.

While this may be a bit complicated for drivers in Topeka, one thing they know for certain is that they can trust A.J.’s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka for any issues with your import (or even domestic) vehicle. A.J.’s Import Garage is always the right choice for car repair in Topeka. Call them at (785) 233-1000 and visit them on the web at ajsimportgarage.com.

Winter Wonderland Will Be More Beautiful than Ever.

It seems like cancellations and postponements have ruled our lives these last 20 months or so. The same will NOT be said for Topeka’s annual Winter Wonderland. This breathtaking 2-mile drive through holiday lights and pageantry is not only good for the eyes and the soul, but benefits TARC as well.

According to the Winter Wonderland Topeka website…TARC is a not-for-profit service organization, supporting more than 2,500 children, families, and adults with intellectual, developmental, and related disabilities in Topeka and Shawnee County, Kansas.

A.J.’s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka hopes that you will make Winter Wonderland 2021 a must-attend on your holiday calendar this December. As it has been for more than 30 years, A.J.’s Import Garage will be here to service vehicles both foreign and domestic in 2022.

Why Should You Trust AJ’s Import Garage?

You have some choices when you decide whom to trust with your precious possession in Topeka. Your import (and even your domestic vehicle) is extremely important to you. Not just anyone can maintain your car to your satisfaction. A.J.’s Import Garage always goes the extra mile to earn your trust.

The idea, of course, is to earn and maintain your repeat business. Obviously, a one-time visit to A.J.’s shop will never do…Topeka, KS is just NOT big enough! The technicians at A.J.’s Import Garage are ASE Certified. That did not just happen. They have over 30 years of real world experience in the field.

As it pertains to foreign cars, they are proud to serve owners of such notable manufacturers as Mercedes, Audi, Porsche, BMW, and the ever-popular,Volkswagen…even Asian imports. If your car shows signs of breaking down this winter call A.J.’s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka. The number is (785) 233-1000. See their story at ajsimportgarage.com.

What Does a Radiator Flush do for Your Car?

Have you taken your car to the mechanic for scheduled maintenance and been told that you need a radiator flush? Is flushing the radiator really necessary, or is the service perhaps not necessary at this time? What does radiator fluid do, exactly, and when do you need your radiator flushed? A.J.’s Import Garage of Topeka wants to help you decide when you need a radiator flush.

Radiator coolant may be very important, like most fluids running through your car’s system. Your radiator can build up unwanted contaminants and collect debris over time. Old coolant can cause radiator corrosion, generating rust, scaling or other debris that can cause harm to your car’s radiator and the engine. A coolant flush will resolve this problem.

You decide. If you live in the Topeka area and drive an import car or a domestic vehicle a radiator flush may be very beneficial at this time. Make an appointment at A.J.’s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka and see for yourself. Just call (785) 233-1000. You can look them up at ajsimportgarage.com.

Turning on Your Car is the Easy Part.

It is just a flip of the wrist and voila…your car turns on. Or, just push the starter button. You may not have given it much thought, but a complicated series of events occurs once the key is moved to the run position. A.J.’s Import Garage of Topeka knows how many ways a starter can go bad.

Here is how YOU will know –

 

1.  A loud clicking noise or a series of clicks will occur.

2.  There could be a whirring noise.

3.  A buzzing sound could be caused by a lack of flow of electricity.

4.  Maybe the worst are grinding noises caused by a loose belt.

Trust the auto starter experts at A.J.’s Import Garage to get your foreign or domestic vehicle back on the road in tip top condition. Let the mechanics at Topeka’s A.J.’s Import Garage take a look by driving into 501 S.W. Harrison or call ahead at (785) 233-1000. They could be your car’s best friend. Look them up at ajsimportgarage.com.