Yakima Auto Repair

Signs Your Car Needs Auto Electrical Repair Are you overlooking signs your car needs auto electrical repair? Your vehicle’s electrical system is crucial to safe, reliable operation. Keep your vehicle in peak condition, addressing issues early with these tips from RJ’s Tire Pros & Auto Experts. Watch out for these common symptoms of electrical problems so you don’t get stuck roadside. Vehicle Struggles to Start or Won’t Start There are many ways faulty electrical system components can impact starting your car. If your engine struggles to turn over or nothing happens when you turn the key, the battery may be to blame. When dimming lights or malfunctioning accessories accompany a slow start, it may be the alternator. If you hear a clicking noise but the car won’t start, suspect your starter. Starting issues accompanied by stalling and rough idling indicate a bad ignition coil. Car Require ... read more

Snow is Here… How to Prep Your Car for the Winter Is your Yakima Valley vehicle ready for the colder weather? Freezing temperatures tend to worsen existing problems. Ensure your personal or commercial automobile is in good working order and able to provide safe, reliable transportation in dropping temperatures. Now that snow is here – learn how to prep your car for the winter with these tips from RJ’s Tire Pros & Auto Experts. Tire Maintenance for Winter Weather Tire pressure falls 1 PSI for every 10 degrees that the temperature drops. Monitoring tire pressure monthly ensures optimal performance and safety. Ample tread with even wear is also essential to accelerating, cornering, and braking performance. When it is time for tire replacement, switching to seasonal snow tires offers improved ... read more