Servex Auto Garage

24/06/2020

-Perform routine automotive maintenance tasks.
-Maintain a working knowledge of current industry best practices in automotive repair
-Conduct extensive diagnostic procedures to determine the sources of customers' problems and provide accurate repair recommendations
-Conduct necessary repairs and take vehicles for test drives to verify soundness
Maintain legible and accurate paperwork for both the customer and for our records
Clean and maintain the work environment to ensure equipment longevity and workplace safety

24/06/2020

With reduces activity and stay home campaign during the COVID-19 pandemic, cars sitting idle for long periods of time are prone to problems.
Dead batteries, rusty brakes and flat tires can be worrisome leaving a car parked for weeks on end.
These are some tips for car owners when it comes to maintenance during the pandemic:

Gas up: If your vehicle is going to be idle for more than a month, fill it up to the top to prevent moisture from building up. Drivers can also add fuel stabilizer to keep the fuel lines and engine from corroding.
• Protect the battery: It will eventually lose its charge if it isn't driven at least once every few weeks. “A trickle charger or battery tender with an automatic shut-off feature will keep the battery in good condition when the vehicle isn't being driven.
• Inflate the tires: If your vehicle sits in one spot for a long time, you can get a flat. If you’re not driving, add an extra 10 PSI to the tire pressure and then remove the extra pressure when you’re ready to drive.
• Clean it well: Protect your paint by removing acidic bird droppings, corrosive salt or dirt off the paint and take it a step further by polishing or waxing the exterior.
In case of any minor or major repairs and advice, you can give us a call and we will be more than happy to assist.

20/02/2017

EASY STEPS TO BETTER GAS MILLEAGE
1. Check Tire Pressure:
Keep tires properly inflated and improve gas mileage by up to 3.3 percent.

2. Use the Right Motor Oil:
Improve gas mileage by 1 to 2 percent by using the grade of motor oil recommended by the manufacturer.

3. Replace Clogged Air Filters:
Replacing clogged air filters on older vehicles can improve fuel economy and will improve performance and acceleration on all vehicles.

4. Check Engine Performance:
Keep your engine running efficiently and improve gas mileage by an average of 4 percent.

5. Fix It:
Addressing a serious maintenance problem, like a faulty oxygen sensor, can improve mileage by as much as 40 percent.

EPA gas mileage, safety, air pollution, and greenhouse gas estimates for new and used cars and trucks.

04/12/2016

IMPORTANCE OF OIL FILTERS
There are many times in our business that we meet customers who don’t understand why a car oil filter is important. Most of them recognize the importance of quality oil but don’t realize how the oil and oil filter work together to keep their car running. So why is a car oil filter important?

Oil filters have a very important function and if your oil filter has poor quality, it can shorten the life of your engine and cause other parts to fail as well. This small part of your car’s lubrication system plays an important role in protecting your engine from premature wear. All the moving parts in the engine need clean oil to properly lubricate them. Tiny bits of metal chip off of various engine parts while it’s running. If these bits of metal are allowed to recirculate through the oil, they could break off other bits of metal, which eventually will cause erosion in the engine. A quality oil filter helps prevent this erosion from taking place. The oil filter cleans the oil as it passes through the filter and prevents abrasive contaminants from damaging the parts in the engine.

It is very important to choose a high quality oil filter because the internal construction and quality of the filter has a huge effect on the life of your car’s engine.
Here at Servex Garage we use only quality oil filters that will protect your engine for a long time

06/11/2016

IMPORTANCE OF AIR FILTERS
A high-quality air filter can grab dust particles down to 5.5 microns in diameter – compared to about 50 microns for the average human hair.

If the car’s air filter isn't doing its job, then dirt can enter the engine and make its way into the oil supply over time. This can wreak havoc on expensive internal components of the engine, such as the valves and valve seats, piston rings and cylinder walls.

Even before causing expensive damage, a dirty air filter can reduce airflow into the engine, robbing your vehicle of power, reducing performance and fuel economy.

26/10/2016

Owning a car can be a dream or a nightmare depending on how well you take care of your vehicle.
The following are six things that many motorists do that can harm their car and their wallet.
1. Ignoring the check engine light.
2. Failing to change fluids and filters.
3. Neglecting your tires
4. Not following a service schedule.
5. Keeping a dirty car.
6. Being a severe driver.

Because auto care isn’t always a top priority for most car owners, they might not realize they are doing things that adversely affect the performance, safety and value of their car.
Routine maintenance can go a long way toward saving money, avoiding headaches and protecting your vehicle investment

09/05/2016

It’s that time of year again, when valley residents brace for the heavy rain, high winds, and spectacular lightning shows. Slippery roads, unexpected wind gusts, flooded highways, and poor visibility all contribute to the dangers of driving in bad weather. Here’s what you can do to keep safe when you’re on the road.

1. Inspect your vehicle
Make sure your windshield wipers are working correctly, and replace cracked or poor ones. Check your tire tread: take a quarter and insert it head first into the grooves. If there is any space above Washington’s head, it’s time to replace. Replace any headlights or brake lights that are out. You want to see and be seen!

2. Allow extra time
Traffic congestion is worse in bad weather. Plan ahead and leave early so you have enough time to get to your destination.

3. Slow Down
When it rains, oil and grime on the pavement rise to the surface. Wet streets are extremely slick and slippery, making it more difficult to get traction. When you drive slowly, a greater amount of the tire’s tread makes contact with the road, giving you better traction. Drive at a steady pace and avoid jerky movements when braking, accelerating, or turning

15/04/2016

Do you know that the headrests of car seats are deliberately kept detachable and the edges of the steel rods are sharp so that they could be used to break open the glass of car in case of fire and emergency. The car's glass too are kept easily breakable from inside. Very few people know about it and thus can't save themselves in case of emergencies.

Please share this with as many as possible

19/03/2016

Maintaining your car is essential for keeping it on the road. For those who don’t spend a lot of time under the hood, car maintenance can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Our basic car maintenance tips can help you keep your car running in peak condition – even if you’re new to the garage.

14/01/2016

CARE OF YOUR TIRES
Tire maintenance is particularly
important for safe and fuel-efficient
driving. Keep your tires properly
inflated, and watch for tire wear.
Driving on underinflated tires can
shorten the life of your tires, increase
tire wear, and lead to significant tire
damage from heat, potholes, and other
road hazards. Keeping your tires inflated
to the proper pressure can also improve
gas mileage by up to 3.3 percent. Consult
your owner's manual or tire sticker on
the door jamb for manufacturer-
recommended tire pressure settings. Get
in the habit of examining your tires for
wear and tear every time you stop for
gas.