I’ve Jump-Started the Battery and the Engine Still Dies
If you have jump-started your car’s battery only to have the battery dead the next time you try to start your automobile, the alternator is going bad. United Auto Care advises that the alternator keeps the battery charged. If the engine dies because the battery has discharged, you need to replace the alternator. It is […]
What Does a Clogged Exhaust System Do?
A clogged or leaking exhaust system can cause all kinds of problems. United Auto Care is going to list the common problems exhaust systems face below so you know what to look for in your car, truck, or utility vehicle. Aside from clogs and leaks, exhaust system parts can also get damaged and need to […]
Why Do Some People Think That Diesel Engines Are Better?
United Auto Care works on both gasoline and diesel engines, and while we don’t think one is necessarily better than the other, diesel engines do come with some advantages. It’s good to know what these advantages are just in case you are considering purchasing an automobile with a diesel engine. Superior Fuel Economy One of […]
Keeping Up With Your Tire Services
Your tires are the only part of your vehicle that touches the ground. That being said, it is essential to take proper care of them. Here at United Auto Care in Flowery Branch GA, we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality tire services in town. Keeping up with your tires has many benefits, including […]
Engine Performance Issues Can Be Caused By a Faulty Catalytic Converter
It might seem strange that the catalytic converter can affect how well your car, truck, or utility vehicle’s engine performs, but it can. The most common problem with the catalytic converter is that it can get clogged with carbon deposits after years of treating engine exhaust. United Auto Care advises that once the converter gets […]
What Filter Keeps the Air Fresh Inside My Car?
The cabin air filter is the filter that keeps the air fresh inside your car, truck, or utility vehicle. You may not have this filter, however. You may have permanent netting that filters the air. If you do have a cabin air filter, your owner’s manual will specify that you do and recommend when it […]
What Is the Knocking Sound I Hear Coming From My Engine?
The knocking sound that you hear coming from your engine could be caused by faulty detonation. When everything is working as it should be, the spark plugs detonate the air and fuel in each cylinder one time. There are problems that can cause the air and fuel to detonate more than once. When this happens, […]
What Happens When My Car’s Fuel Pump Goes Bad?
When your car, truck, or utility vehicle’s fuel pump goes bad, you will end up with one or more of the problems listed below. Don’t worry. United Auto Care can replace your faulty fuel pump to restore your vehicle’s performance. If we are replacing the original fuel pump, you should’ve gotten about 100,000 miles out […]
Does a Faulty Mass Airflow Sensor Turn on the Check Engine Light?
Yes, a faulty or dirty mass airflow sensor can turn on the check engine light. This is because the data it is collecting becomes skewed and affects other engine systems, such as your vehicle’s combustion chamber. When this happens, system sensors send error codes to the engine control module and it turns on the check […]
Signs of a Faulty O2 Sensor That Is Affecting Your Engine’s Performance
The oxygen sensor is also called the O2 sensor. This specific sensor is located at the beginning of your car, truck, or utility vehicle’s tailpipe. The average lifespan of an oxygen sensor ranges from 60,000 miles to 90,000 miles, although many sensors last over 100,000 miles. United Auto Care is going to list the signs […]