The Somewhat Mysterious Catalytic Converter.

Maybe you have heard of it. Do you know exactly where it is located on the vehicle that you have been driving around the roads of Topeka? The catalytic converter is an extremely important part of its overall system. You will find it in the exhaust system between the engine and the muffler. When it starts to go bad A.J.’s Import Garage of Topeka is the place to call.

Here are just some of the troubleshooting techniques that A.J.’s Import Garage will use –

1.  They will listen and look for an engine that is not performing its best.

2.  They will rev it up to see if acceleration has slowed down.

3.  The exhaust smoke must be checked for signs.

4.  There will be more heat emanating from your car.

A.J.’s Import Garage is very simply the best place to go when your car needs repair…especially if it is a foreign make. They will carefully diagnose your catalytic converter and get everything running as always. Call A.J.’s Import Garage in Topeka for an appointment at (785) 233-1000. They are on the web at ajsimportgarage.com.

Are Your Brakes Going Bad?

Don’t feel bad, but do feel something. When your vehicle’s brakes go bad your car’s most important safety feature is compromised. We all know the signs, but many of us choose to ignore them. Don’t be one of them! Bring your car into A.J.'s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka. 

 

Here are some obvious signs of failing brakes –

1.  Squealing sounds. It can send chills up your spine.

2.  Vibration when you stop.

3.  Pulling on one side or another.

4.  A puddle of fluid in your garage or driveway.

There are other signs, of course, but wouldn’t even one of those be enough? A.J.’s Import Garage in Topeka is here to make sure that your brakes don’t fail you when you are driving around the area this summer. Make an appointment at A.J.’s Import Garage by calling this number (785) 233-1000. Take a look at ajsimportgarage.com. 

Testing Your Vehicle’s Vacuum Gauge.

Ideally, your car’s vacuum gauge should be located on the manifold or below the base of the carburetor. Don’t worry, the mechanics at A.J.’s Import Garage of Topeka know where it is on your particular vehicle. Better yet, they know exactly what to do to run a test on the vacuum gauge.

They will locate the point at which to test your fuel pump test point and locate the point at which the pump itself hooks up with the filter injector rail. If any of this sounds complicated, it won’t be when you take your vehicle into 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka to have your foreign or domestic car’s vacuum gauge tested.

Any number of things might go wrong with your vehicle, and A.J.’s Import Garage of Topeka will help you keep your car running smoothly this summer. Just make an appointment by calling (785) 233-1000. You will see all they do for your vehicle at ajsimportgarage.com.

Temperature’s Rising.

That is not just true about the heat index around the Topeka area, but you may notice the same is going on inside the cabin of your vehicle. With warmer temperatures coming to our area, you will probably be using your car’s air conditioning more and more. A.J.’s Import Garage of Topeka wants to help when the gauge rises.

Let’s discuss regular maintenance for your vehicle. To start with, you should have your car's coolant system and radiator inspected at least once a year, and what better time to do it than at the beginning of summer? If you travel the roads of Topeka a great deal, then once every 12,000 miles is a great idea!

A.J.’s Import Garage wants to help you keep your car on the road this summer and beyond with maintenance and/or repair. That is why people have trusted A.J.s for decades. A.J.’s Auto Imports is located at 501 S.W. Harrison St. in Topeka. Just call (785) 233-1000 for an appointment. See their mechanical expertise at http://www.ajsimportgarage.com/

Your Vehicle’s Brakes are its Most Important Safety Feature.

There is no question about it, without good brakes your car is not much more than a paperweight! Ideally, you should have your brakes inspected twice a year. If you can’t recall the last time a professional examined your braking system, you should arrange an appointment at A.J.’s Import Garage in Topeka, whether it is an import or not.

Here are a few signs to look and listen for –

 

1.  Are you applying more pressure on the brake pedal?

2.  Is there any vibration?

3.  Obviously, grinding or squealing sounds.

Don’t let another day go by without having your brakes inspected by the specialists at A.J.’s Import Garage. Their mechanics will take a thorough look at your braking system and let you know how things are going. A.J.’s Import Garage is located at 501 S.W. Harrison St. Please call for an appointment at (785) 233-1000 and see their full story at www.ajsimportgarage.com.

Asian Imports.

Japanese cars, such as Hondas and Toyotas, are well-known worldwide for their reliability, and fuel efficiency. If you want to keep your Asian import on the road, you’ll want to follow proper maintenance guidelines. A.J.’s Import Garage of Topeka is here to help you do that in and around the capital.

Here are a few maintenance tips for your Asian import –

1.  ALWAYS keep the engine clean and lubricated.

2.  Pay particular attention to the engine belt.

3.  Have your tires checked once a month.

You need to find a garage where the mechanics are ASE certified and know their way around Japanese imports like yours. That place in Topeka is A.J.’s Import Garage located at 501 S.W. Harrison St. Whenever maintenance is needed, contact A.J.’s Import Garage at (785) 233-1000 and visit the website at ajsimportgarage.com.