Okotoks Auto Repair

Benefits Of Maintaining Your Car Longevity You’ve probably seen a car that is older than Dracula but surprisingly, it doesn’t look like it. In fact, a well-maintained old car can outlive a newer car that’s been neglected without proper care. Quite often, it’s the little things like regularly checking your tire pressure, brakes, fluid level, battery and lights that make the big difference in the long run. Boost Your Safety Did you know that some road accidents are indirectly caused by poor car maintenance? For instance, you can forget to service your brake system and when you need to slow down, it malfunctions causing an accident. Another scenario would be a worn out tire that was supposed to be changed that bursts when you’re driving at high speed – you get the picture? Anyway, maintaining your car can improve your safety and potentially save your life. Enhances Reliability And Performance If you drive a car for long enough without maintenance ... read more

This comprehensive seasonal service is specially designed to help your car face all the hardships of Canadian winters. Book an appointment with us in the fall to make sure your vehicle is winter-ready! Our Winter Service includes: LUBE, OIL, AND FILTER Replace filter with NAPA oil filter Drain oil and replace with up to 5L premium NAPA oil Lubricate chassis, suspension and steering components MULTI-POINT VISUAL INSPECTION All lights and signals Air filter / cabin filter Coolant reading Hoses Drive belt / Timing belt Wiper blades Battery case, cables and clamps Battery cranking test Exhaust Chassis Brake fluid Windshield washer fluid Power steering fluid Differential fluid (RWD) Transfer case fluid (4WD) Transmission fluid Tire pressure Tire rotation Tire wear and tread depth and visual shock/strut inspection VISUAL BRAKE INSPECTION Inspect calipers Inspect rotors and drums Inspect brake lines and hoses Inspect ... read more

Rack-and-pinion is the most common steering system in late-model cars. It can be part of a hydraulic or electric power steering system. The steering rack, which is controlled by the steering wheel, directs the rod-operated linkage, which causes the wheels to turn. In a hydraulic power steering system, a pump provides the required pressure. The pipes and couplings should be inspected regularly to ensure they aren’t leaking hydraulic fluid. Your certified NAPA AUTOPRO technician can inspect these parts during routine maintenance and, if necessary, change the fluid to eliminate contaminants, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Hybrid and electric vehicles use electric power steering systems. This type of power steering is gaining ground because of reduced fuel consumption. The vehicle’s central computer controls the power steering according to specific parameters, such as vehicle speed and steering wheel angle. No matter the type of steering system in your v ... read more