Bad Brakes.

Everyone suffers from “bad breaks” now and then, but no one who owns a car can afford to experience BAD BRAKES! That is one of the reasons that we in Topeka are very fortunate to have a car repair shop like A.J.’s Import Garage, located at 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka, for all of your auto repair needs…both foreign and domestic.

What are some of the obvious signs of brakes going bad?

1. Squealing noises.

2. Grinding.

3. Wobbling or vibrating.

4. Fluid leak.

5. The brake light is on…duh!

Brake repair and replacement is just one of the many mechanical jobs done by A.J.’s Import Garage in Topeka, KS. Import is in their name, but if you have a problem with your vehicle’s brakes trust the professional mechanics at A.J.’s Import Garage. Call for an appointment at (785) 233-1000. See them at ajsimportgarage.com.

Your Vehicle’s Catalytic Converter.

The catalytic converter (especially in your foreign car in the Topeka area) is a tricky, and often temperamental, part of your vehicle. So how do you know when it’s your catalytic converter that’s going on the “fritz” and not just something related to it? The professional mechanics at A.J.’s Import Garage can troubleshoot that for you.

Here are some signs to look and listen for -

1. Has your car suddenly jerked forward recently?

2. Does it lose fuel when you accelerate?

3. Maybe it just stalls out…talk about a 1500-pound paperweight!

These are some of the signs that your catalytic converter may need replacing. Don’t despair, because the honest mechanics at A.J.’s Import Garage won't sell you a bill of goods. It might just be the O2 or OD sensor. They will tell you the truth. Trust A.J.’s Import Garage in Topeka with your precious possession. Call (785) 233-1000. Visit ajsimportgarage.com.

Get to the Core.

First of all, don’t hesitate if you feel your heater core may not be functioning properly. That’s especially true as we are headed into winter in Topeka. The heater core sends heat to the cabin. When it leaks, it must be replaced. A.J.’s Import Garage of Topeka will inspect and replace (if necessary) your vehicle’s heater core before the weather turns.

Two things that come into play here are the windshield. Is it fogging up when the defroster is running? I know, you have not run your defroster in a bit. The other is that you notice that the floor board carpeting is damp. Usually, that will occur on the passenger side.

The mechanics at A.J.’s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison St. in Topeka are ready to help you get your foreign (or domestic) car ready for the long Topeka winter ahead. Count on A.J’s Import Garage every time for your car repair needs in this area. Call (785) 233-1000. Check them out on the web at ajsimportgarage.com.