Summer has arrived in Greenville, SC, bringing the heat! As temperatures rise, it’s vital to care for your vehicle. Here are five simple tips to keep your car happy and healthy this summer. Cooling System: Your Cooling System is key on hot days. Check for leaks and monitor your coolant levels. Low coolant can cause Read More
Hearing noise while driving your car, truck, or SUV may mean there’s a problem. You know your vehicle far better than any repair shop. When strange sounds occur, don’t ignore them. They may signal an issue. We often diagnose noise problems. From squeaks and grinds to clicks and pops, we’re here to help. Below are Read More
In summer, our auto repair shop in Greenville, SC, sees many AC issues. One common question is, “Why does my car air conditioning stop working when I stop driving?” Here are a few explanations based on our experience. Low Freon Charge: A frequent cause of AC problems is low refrigerant. If Freon levels are low, Read More
Now that summer is here, Cold A/C is most import. The driver compartment can become very hot and uncomfortable if Cold Air is not coming out of the vents. There are many things that can cause your Air Conditioning to not Blow Cold. Let’s go over some common reasons for this. Low Freon: The most Read More
When your vehicle is in the shop for a routine Brake Repair, do your Brake Calipers need to be replaced? The short answer is NO. Brake Calipers will last up to 100,000 + miles. We have seen Brake Calipers last even longer. A normal Brake service will consist of new Brake Pads, New Disc Rotors, Read More
At Cobb Tire and Auto Repair, we see and repair a lot of brake systems that are faulty. Your Brakes are the most important safety item on your vehicle. We are asked a lot, “Do My Brake Rotors Need Replacing?” The answer to this question is YES. This is why. Lowering the weight of vehicles Read More
One thing you never want is to hop into your car and take off driving, only to see the Brake Warning Light Come on. If this occurs, you will want to find out why and fix this as soon as possible. A Brake Light Coming on while you’re driving can indicate a few potential issues. Read More
The Cooling System keeps the engine running at a comfortable safe temperature. As hot Coolant leaves the Engine, it travels to the Radiator where it is cooled. It then returns to the hot engine and lowers the temperature. Keeping the Engine at a safe manageable temperature will prolong life. Here are some reasons why you Read More
The “Maintenance Required” light in your car is a friendly reminder that it’s time for a check-up. It’s time to call your trusted Auto Repair Shop! Here’s what it generally means: Scheduled Maintenance: This light usually indicates that your vehicle has reached the mileage interval for routine maintenance tasks. Common Maintenance Needs: These tasks often Read More
Should I go by the Oil Life Percentage on my Car? Generally, yes, you can go by the Oil Life Percentage on your dashboard. The Onboard Computer considers many variables, and it uses several oil monitors to predict the Oil Life. I would always recommend airing on the side of caution and never running your Read More
