1514 Central Ave S Ste A,
Kent, WA 98032
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253.854.6762
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At Central Avenue Automotive, we know dashboard warning lights can leave drivers unsure of what to do. Today’s vehicles rely on complex monitoring systems, and those symbols aren’t always easy to interpret. Since these lights appear without explanation, it’s common to question their meaning or put off addressing them. Learning what they represent makes it… Read more »
OBD stands for “On Board Diagnostics,” and if your vehicle was built after 1996, then your car, SUV, or light truck has this system. It’s your car’s built-in computer, and its purpose is to monitor the major components of your vehicle’s engine, including emission controls. When there is a malfunction to the system, your dashboard… Read more »
Have you ever had an experience like this in Kent WA? You drive through the one of those automatic car washes. When you get to the end, where the dryer is blowing, your check engine light started flashing! You fear the worst, but within a block or two, the light stopped flashing, but stayed on…. Read more »
The car repair industry is full of acronyms, and sometimes the professionals forget that our customers aren’t as familiar with them as we are! We thought it’d be nice to create a key so you can better understand those odd terms your auto technician is using. Some of the most common automotive acronyms are: LOF… Read more »
No matter how well your vehicle is maintained or how new it is, if you drive long enough, you’re probably eventually have to deal with a breakdown. Even if you’re just having one of those days and your car decides to pile it on, these are a few simple tips on how to effectively manage… Read more »
Our auto shop is located in Kent, Washington, where it tends to be wet and cooler than in some other areas of America. If someone were to move here from a hot, dry climate, there are some maintenance areas that need more attention because of the difference in conditions. Probably the most important thing for someone… Read more »
Central Avenue Automotive is an ASE Certified, and AAA Approved Auto Repair center. We are a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business with an A+ rating.
