Posts Categorized: Services

Common Vehicle Suspension Issues

The term suspension has different meanings for different things. When it comes to vehicles, suspension refers to the system of tires, tire air, springs, shock absorbers and linkages that connects a vehicle to its wheels, allowing for relative motion between the two. As you’d imagine, suspension matters if you want your vehicle to work as… Read more »

How to Find the Right Mechanic for Your Vehicle

“All I want to do is find a mechanic I can trust. One who won’t rip me off. Who won’t lie to me.” This is a statement said by millions of car and truck owners the world over! So what are some tips for finding a mechanic? Finding the Right Mechanic You could start by… Read more »

Does My Car Need to be Realigned?

AV Bumper to Bumper of Lancaster, California, handles vehicle alignments Mondays through Fridays at our shop located at 44559 N. Division Street. When your vehicle’s tires are aligned properly, they can perform properly and last a long time. Proper alignment improves handling. When alignment isn’t correct, then you have got issues. What Does Alignment Entail?… Read more »

Why Did My Check Engine Light Come On?

Is your vehicle’s check engine light on? Why might that be? There are several reasons ranging from you have a loose gas cap to major problems with your engine. Ideally, you should bring your vehicle to a professional repair shop like AV Bumper to Bumper in Lancaster, CA, to have it checked and see what’s… Read more »

Signs of a Bad Alternator

What do you know about alternator services? If you’re like most people, you read that sentence and asked, “What’s an alternator?” Alternator Overview An alternator is a part of a vehicle that controls its electrical functions. So, if your alternator works well, your headlights and radio work, for example. If your alternator isn’t working well,… Read more »

A Brief Guide to Transmission Repairs

In order for your vehicle to work properly, it has to have a viable transmission. A vehicle’s transmission carries power from the engine to the drive axle. Some vehicles can have minor transmission problems, while others need an outright replacement. Transmission Fluids The transmission uses fluid, aptly called “transmission fluid,” in order to stay properly… Read more »

Does My Car Have Axle Issues?

Does your car have major axle issues? When axles don’t work, cars don’t run. Specifically, if your axle isn’t functioning at all then your tires won’t move! That said, there could be something wrong with your axle but it isn’t totally broken– just headed in that direction… So what are some signs you might have… Read more »

Why Is My Car Overheating?

There is no worse feeling than hopping into your vehicle for a road trip and realizing that there is something wrong with your engine. If you notice smoke coming from your engine, this is a pretty good indication that your car is overheating.  There are many reasons why your car can overheat. However, it’s typically… Read more »