I have been asked this question several times over the years: “How much does car maintenance cost? What will save me the most time and money over all the years that I may own this car? Should I wait for it to break down or should I do preventative maintenance?” Consumer Reports did a study… Read more »
Posts By: Central Avenue Automotive
Kent Exhaust And Emissions Service
Many Kent motorists don’t realize that there is more to exhaust system maintanance than just tailpipes and mufflers. And if you can see smoke, or if it’s too loud. Exhaust service at a full-service automotive center like Central Avenue Automotive is really a lot more comprehensive these days. For example, in the U.S., the federal… Read more »
Keep Your Kent Car Breathing Free: Engine Air Filter
Hey Kent auto owners – this is something really amazing: For every gallon of gas your SUV burns, it uses 12,000 gallons of air. All of that air has to be filtered to keep your engine clean. That’s like a hundred gallons of air every block! The engine air filter is just another example of… Read more »
Engine Air Filter From Central Avenue Automotive
Many Kent motorists have found themselves in the following situation: they go to get their oil changed and their considerate Central Avenue Automotive technician recommends a new engine air filter. They say yes, but don’t know what an air filter is or what it does. If this has happened to you, rest assured that you… Read more »
Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Wheel Bearings
Why are wheel bearings vital for Kent motorists? It’s simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today’s Central Avenue Automotive post, we’ll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very essential job while you drive around Federal Way, WA. Come see us at:… Read more »
6 Questions to Ask Any Auto Shop
The best thing to do when you’re looking for a shop is pay them a visit so you can see the facility. Make sure it’s clean and that the people working there are friendly and knowledgeable. Once you’re at the shop, there are 6 simple questions to ask. You can do this over the phone,… Read more »
Fuel System Cleaning at Central Avenue Automotive for Better Performance
Your browser does not support video Hi Kent motorists. Let’s talk fuel injectors. A fuel injector is a valve that delivers fuel to a vehicle’s engine. It has to deliver the precise amount of fuel, to precisely the right place, precisely when the engine needs it. The fuel also has to be mixed with air… Read more »
How to Find a Good Auto Repair Shop
Probably the most important thing that you can do when you’re looking for a good service and repair shop is to speak with your friends. If you’re new to the area, then speak to your co-workers or to people that you may go to church with. Speak to auto parts store employees. A lot of… Read more »
Wet Weather Affects Your Brake Fluid
The dangerous thing for cars in western Washington, particularly Seattle and south King County, is that the area is built on multiple hills. Drivers are using their brakes all the time to climb a lot of hills and that’s really tough on the car. The car is working hard to climb a really steep hill, and then… Read more »
Synthetic Oil For Kent Autos
If you aren’t currently using synthetic motor oil in your Kent vehicle, maybe now’s the time to consider it. Need more information? Well, synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. Synthetic oil doesn’t gel or gum-up like petroleum based oil and it doesn’t vaporize as easily. It protects better in severe driving… Read more »
