La Pine Auto Repair

Driving during wintry weather is difficult for most drivers. You can be at ease when it snows if you have taken preventive measures. The worst that can happen to you is stranded with a dead battery.   Here are some driving tips and maintenance to take care of during the cold months.1. Check When to Repair or Replace Car Battery The major cause of vehicle breakdowns is a faulty battery. Battery failure increases when it's wet, cold, and icy. Plan to change your battery after every three years if it's problematic during cold weather. Our shop can test your battery for proper charge to ensure that you’ll be safe on the road from unexpected dead battery breakdowns.    2. Consider Getting New Tires Don't wait until you enter into a ditch to understand your tires are worn out. Driving with excessively worn or bald tires can risk your safety. Plan to have all-seasonal tires if you live in an area with ... read more

The heating and cooling systems are combined within your vehicle; however, they function as separate systems. Both require regular maintenance done to avoid any bigger issues down the line. Proper care of these components can make the most significant difference between a relaxing drive and an uncomfortable one.    The HVAC system has so many components that it's relatively complex for the average individual to know what may be causing it to malfunction. Heating and cooling issues come in an assortment of patterns and severity. If you experience problems with the air conditioning, the same issue may restrict the heater from working. This is why you must get check-ups at the beginning of summers and winters to ensure your air conditioning and heating systems work.   Common Reasons for Heating System Issues The heating system comprises many components, including the heater core, blower motor, fan, heater hoses, heater control valve, the HVAC (heater, ventilation ... read more

A fuel induction service at Integrity Auto Services includes removing carbon deposits from the engine's injectors, valves, and combustion chambers. Carbon deposits are harmful to your engine's parts and are present in particular additives used in modern fuels to keep them combustible.   This type of auto service is recommended to prevent emissions failure and engine problems (rough idling, hard starting, and stalling). Here is the list of symptoms that your vehicle may display if it requires a fuel induction service: Sluggish acceleration when you step on your gas pedal Shakiness or vibrations when your car is in idle Poor fuel efficiency A rougher ride than normal Loss of power Check engine light is on Failed emissions test How Often Is A Fuel Induction Service Needed? A fuel induction service is usually done for vehicles every 60,000 miles (give or take). Though this may not always be necessitated, this maintenance of your fuel system can prevent many internal ... read more

You probably don't ever want to drink a glass of dirty water. Well, your car feels the same way. Most automobiles need a steady supply of clean fuel to run efficiently and deliver a good fuel economy. You have a fuel filter to separate the dirt and rust before flowing to your engine to get the purest energy form. A clogged fuel filter can be so bad that it can strain the engine so that it won't start or operate. Some fuel filters have a bypass valve that allows the gasoline to go around the clogged filter so your vehicle will still run. However, the contaminated fuel can jam other essential parts like your fuel injectors and pump.   A vehicle with a partially dirty fuel filter may get you around La Pine, OR, but it will sputter because it's starving for filtered gas. The frequency of how often you need to replace your filter is dependent on two things: where you drive and the gas you put in your vehicle. For instance, if you often ride on dirt or gravel roads, your f ... read more

When it comes to your automobile, it all starts with the battery (quite literally). Proper battery maintenance is necessary for two reasons: Your car won't start or run without it.  It is the answer to prolong the integrity of your entire electrical system.  If your car battery isn't working efficiently, your alternator has to do the heavy lifting to make up for it. So if your battery is lacking, your other electrical components can suffer as well.    Batteries are sensitive to drastic changes in temperature. Extreme heat or cold will affect the battery's overall performance, which is why we highly recommend getting regular battery inspections. You can informally check it at home every now and then too. Next time you're beneath your hood, take a good look at your battery. Here are some things to ask yourself: Is the battery clean and free of debris? An unclean battery will drain a lot quicker. Is there corrosion occurring at the terminals where ... read more