What Happens if You Skip Oil Changes?

Could your body function without blood? Nope. Could your vehicle function without oil? Nope. Traditionally, vehicles needed their oil changed every 3,000 miles. Nowadays, some still do, while others can go 6,000 or even 10,000 miles, depending on how they’re made. Consult your vehicle’s manual to find out how often the oil should be changed…. Read more »

Signs Your Transmission Is Going Bad

Transmission problems are one issue that no vehicle owner wants to experience. The transmission and engine are usually the two most expensive components to fail on a vehicle, so either one is bad news. Still, not all transmission repairs are expensive and early diagnosis can sometimes save you thousands of dollars in additional costs. These… Read more »

What Could Cause Your Car’s Air Conditioning to Leak?

AV Bumper to Bumper gets a lot of calls and visits concerning vehicle air conditioning systems. Located in Lancaster, California, AV Bumper to Bumper’s clientele regularly experiences summer days where the outdoor air temperature is above 80. In some cases, the predicted highs hover over 100 degrees, and on those particularly hot days a car… Read more »

What Does a Check Engine Light Indicate?

If you’re like most people, you dread seeing certain “lights” come on when you’re sitting in your vehicle. For instance, there’s that darn “check engine light,” which really doesn’t tell you much, except that you should probably take the vehicle to a mechanic and have them check the engine. Vehicles today have an “onboard diagnostics… Read more »