Bonnie & Clyde's Automotive Center, LLC

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Bonnie & Clyde's Automotive Center, LLC Complete Automotive service, repair, & maintenance. Family owned since 1976

10/09/2026

🔥 FRIDAY — Only a Mechanic Would Know

Question: You perform a compression test and one cylinder is low. You add a small amount of oil to that cylinder and repeat the test. Compression rises significantly. What does that point toward?

A) Valve problem
B) Worn piston rings/cylinder wear
C) Bad fuel injector
D) Weak battery

10/09/2026

Answer: A — As transmission fluid heats up and thins, an existing pressure or internal leakage problem can become much more obvious.

10/08/2026

⚙️ THURSDAY — Transmission Edition

Question: An automatic transmission shifts normally when cold but begins slipping badly after it warms up. What could be happening?

A) Fluid pressure is dropping when hot
B) Tire pressure is too low
C) Coolant level is too high
D) The alternator is overcharging

10/08/2026

Answer: B — Two neighboring cylinders with low compression can indicate a head-gasket failure between those cylinders.

10/07/2026

💀 WEDNESDAY — Nasty One

Question: An engine has low compression on two adjacent cylinders. What should immediately be on your suspect list?

A) Bad fuel filter
B) Blown head gasket
C) Weak alternator
D) Plugged catalytic converter

10/07/2026

Answer: A — The accelerator pump provides that extra shot of fuel needed during rapid throttle opening.

10/06/2026

🚗 TUESDAY — Name That Failure

Question: The engine runs normally at cruising speed but stumbles badly when you snap the throttle open. On a carbureted engine, what should you check first?

A) Accelerator pump
B) Radiator cap
C) PCV valve
D) Wheel bearings

10/06/2026

Answer: B — Voltage changes caused by poor connections or grounds can create noticeable electrical fluctuations.

10/05/2026

🔧 MONDAY — Electrical Head-Scratcher

Question: A vehicle's battery tests good and the alternator is charging normally, but the headlights become noticeably brighter when you rev the engine. What should you suspect?

A) Normal operation
B) Poor electrical connection or ground
C) Bad thermostat
D) Low transmission fluid

10/03/2026

Answer: B — A wet plug tells you fuel is getting there. The next suspects include ignition, timing, compression, or an excessively rich condition.

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111 S. 3rd Avenue
Yakima, WA
98902

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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