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Close-up of dual chrome exhaust tips on a blue vehicle, relevant to automotive maintenance and exhaust issues discussed in Primary Care Auto Repair blog.

Why Has My Tailpipe Turned Into a Smokestack?

If your tailpipe is turned into a smokestack, Primary Care Auto Repair needs to inspect your engine for a fluid leak. Generally, excess exhaust is caused by burning fluid in the engine, whether that be oil, gas, or coolant. This can make driving your automobile

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Alternator with red battery cables and connectors, highlighting automotive repair needs related to vehicle maintenance and alternator replacement.

Seven Signs I Need a New Alternator in My Car

If you drive a car, truck, or utility vehicle that is 10 years old or older, you may need to replace the alternator. Primary Care Auto Repair advises that the average lifespan of the factory-installed alternator is 10 years. We are going to list the

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Fuel pump and filter assembly, essential components for automotive fuel delivery, relevant to malfunctioning fuel pump signs and symptoms.

Malfunctioning Fuel Pump Signs and Symptoms

In case you were wondering, the average lifespan of a factory fuel pump is 100,000 miles. Primary Care Auto Repair can replace your fuel pump if it goes bad. We are going to list the signs and symptoms of a malfunctioning fuel pump below. Bring

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Oil warning light symbol on a vehicle dashboard, indicating the need for oil maintenance or inspection, relevant to automotive repair and maintenance discussions.

Never Use Just Any Motor Oil In Your Audi or VW

You might think any ol’ motor oil will do in your Audi or VW, but the vehicle’s manufacturer recommends against it. In fact, they indicate on their website that they are quite specific as to which motor oil can be used in both Audi and

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Oxygen sensor with a green wire connector, relevant to vehicle combustion and diagnostics.

Can the Oxygen Sensor Damage the Catalytic Converter?

Yes, the oxygen sensor can damage the catalytic converter, although the damage is indirect. What actually happens is that the oxygen sensor malfunctions and sends incorrect data to your vehicle’s main computer chip. The chip uses this data and increases the amount of fuel in

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Internal combustion engine close-up showing pistons, connecting rods, and crankshaft, relevant to vehicle maintenance and engine issues.

I Hear Knocking Sounds Coming From My Engine

If you hear knocking sounds coming from your engine, something is wrong that should be addressed right away. It’s possible that the knocking can damage your engine if left unchecked. Primary Care Auto Repair would be happy to get to the bottom of the reason

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Automotive technician pouring fluid into engine compartment, illustrating vehicle maintenance and repair services.

Primary Colors of Automotive Fluids

It’s a good idea to know automotive fluid colors so you can tell what is leaking out of your car, truck, or C/SUV should it spring a leak. Use a white cloth or paper towel to dab the leaking fluid from your garage floor so

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Hands cleaning corroded battery terminals using a wire brush, showing signs of corrosion and battery maintenance, relevant to automotive repair and vehicle maintenance tips.

Step-by-Step Battery Terminals Cleaning Guide

Are your car’s battery terminals a corroded mess? If they are, this is a sign that your battery needs to be replaced. Primary Care Auto Repair can test your battery to see if it is too old. Usually, corrosion is caused by leaking battery acid

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