I Smell Rotten Eggs in My Car’s Exhaust
If you smell rotten eggs in your car’s exhaust, your catalytic converter is dying. This crucial exhaust system part treats the harmful emissions so they can be safely released into the environment. Pit Shop Auto Repair can test your catalytic converter and replace it if necessary. If you drive a vehicle that is 10 years […]
How Long Does A Battery Last In Cold Weather?
If you are curious as to how long a battery lasts in cold weather, you’re in the right place. The winters in Illinois can get rough and your auto mechanic in Libertyville, IL knows this very well. For this reason, it’s important to find out how long a battery can last in cold weather. We’ll […]
A Faulty Oxygen Sensor Can Cause the Following Symptoms
Also called the O2 sensor, a malfunctioning oxygen sensor can wreak havoc underneath the hood. This sensor communicates with your automobile’s main computer chip to let it know how much oxygen is in the exhaust. If it sends the wrong information, the engine control module will make unnecessary adjustments to the fuel and air in […]
Identifying the Different Kinds of Car Leaks
It is as natural as the tides that your car leak some kind of fluid. Even when in perfect working order, the heat of your exhaust pipe will create condensation that makes it look like there is fluid leaking from the tailpipe. But unlike that fluid (which is literally just water) there are some concerning […]
Six Signs Your Fuel Pump Is Going Out
Today’s fuel pumps are mechanical and, eventually, the motors can die. Usually, your vehicle will give you signs that the fuel pump is going out. Pit Shop Auto Repair is going to list those signs below so you can bring your vehicle to our shop at the first indication of fuel pump trouble. As you […]
Automotive Fluids Are Different Colors So You Can Tell Them Apart
Automotive fluids come in different colors to help you tell them apart. This doesn’t mean, however, that you can’t have the same fluid colors underneath the hood. You can, especially red. Pit Shop Auto Repair is going to talk about the different colors of automotive fluids below. This can help you identify the fluid if […]
How to Spot Transmission Problems
Transmission in cars is a hard thing for people to wrap their heads around. There is so much culture and elitism around automatic versus manual transmissions in cars that people tend to feel defensive whenever the top comes up. They feel they have to know everything about it in order to defend their position at […]
Pit Shop Auto Repair and Your Check Engine Light
Your vehicle’s dashboard is capable of producing many lights with some fairly specific. Anti-lock brakes, emissions, low oil. Few lights are as vague and maybe even intimidating than the check engine light. Pit Shop Auto Repair of Libertyville, Illinois is here to help. We have ASE Certified Technicians and a great team that can help […]
How Can I Tell If I Have a Problem With My Power Steering Pump?
Chances are, your power steering pump will let you know if it is having a problem. It shows specific symptoms that we will list below. The good news is that we can fix the problem here at Pit Shop Auto Repair. If you notice any of the things on the list, schedule an appointment for […]
How Can I Tell If My Car’s Water Pump Is Going Bad?
Your vehicle’s water pump can last about 100,000 miles, but it’s a good idea to have the pump replaced beforehand per the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations, which is usually between 60,000 miles and 90,000 miles. Replacing it early is not a ploy to get money out of you. The water pump has the crucial job of […]
