How Often Should You Change Your Oil? Years ago it was a good idea to change the oil and filter frequently, such as every 3,000 miles, but because of advances in engine materials and tighter tolerances, as well as the oil that goes into engines, most manufacturers recommend intervals of 5-6,500 miles. However, it is …
Cooling Systems
Cooling System Your radiator protects your engine and air conditioning condenser from overheating. It also plays an important role with the computer controlled system. An engine temperature sensor actually tells the computer what the engine temperature is so the computer can adjust the air and fuel mixture and engine timing. The efficiency of the radiator …
Engine Repair
In order to meet Federal Exhaust Emission and Fuel Economy regulations, today’s vehicles are equipped with highly sophisticated electronic engine control systems. These systems do not require periodic adjustments. The only services required on a scheduled basis are spark plug and filter replacement. Tune-ups, as we knew them, are no longer necessary. Engine Control Computer …
Steering & Suspension
Steering & Suspension Bring your car, van, SUV, truck or fleet vehicles to our Euclid Ohio Service Center for Upper and Lower Ball Joint Wear: If the suspension ball joints are worn it will cause the spindle to wonder causing the steering wheel to shake. Ball joints are a normal service item and need to …
Factory Warranty
Factory Warranty & Scheduled Maintenance If you want to live a long life – you routinely go to the doctor’s office do what they recommend and with a little luck you will have a long life. The same holds true for your vehicle. This is what we call Preventative Maintenance. If you want your vehicle …
BMW Factory Trained Service
Did you know that Platinum Auto has a BMW Factory Trained Service technician? Matt, one of our ASE certified repair technicians believes in continually improving his knowledge in car and truck repair and completed the courses to be factory trained on BMW’s. If you have any questions about repairing your give us a call. We …
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