Thursday, September 1, 2022

Speaking of Your Car’s Suspension.

Suspension is very important to the continued performance of your vehicle in the Topeka area. To keep your car’s suspension in top condition, it is wise to have a licensed auto mechanic look at it. A great choice in the Topeka, KS area is A.J.’s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison St.

Here are some signs that your car’s suspension is going bad –

 

1.  It pulls to one side.

2.  Every bump seems to feel like a roller coaster ride!

3.  The car is harder to steer.

There are other subtle signs, of course. When you feel like your vehicle’s suspension needs to be checked make an appointment at A.J.’s Import Garage of Topeka. Call ahead at (785) 233-1000. They can just about do all of your mechanical work. See for yourself at ajsimportgarage.com.

Monday, August 15, 2022

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.

Monday, August 1, 2022

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.