Uncategorized – ACA Auto

How to Recognize Warning Signs of Suspension Problems

ACA Automotive — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 18:34:33 +0000

Is Your Smooth Ride Becoming a Little More Bumpy? Your vehicle’s suspension system plays a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and safe ride. It not only absorbs the shocks from uneven road surfaces but also helps maintain control and handling. However, like any other component of your car, the suspension system can experience wear […]

Exploring the Different Types of Brake Pads for Your Car

ACA Automotive — Sun, 11 Aug 2024 18:23:23 +0000

When it comes to maintaining your vehicle, one of the most crucial components to pay attention to is your brakes. Ensuring that your brake pads are in good condition is essential for your safety on the road. But did you know that there are different types of brake pads available for your car? In this blog post, we will explore the various options you have when it comes to choosing brake pads for…

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Types Of Air Filters

ACA Automotive — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:24:45 +0000

There are four types of air filters that you can install in your vehicle. The knowledgeable technicians at Advanced Computer Automotive can assist you in determining the best filter for your vehicle. This filter does not consist of the sort of biodegradable paper you would rip out of a notebook or magazine. Its industrial-quality paper is pleated to create more surface area…

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Types of Mufflers

ACA Automotive — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:24:23 +0000

The primary purpose of a vehicle’s muffler is to reduce the noise that a car engine makes while also keeping noxious fumes from entering the vehicle’s cabin. Below are several signs that you need a new muffler. If your vehicle makes loud noises even when it’s idling, you should bring your car into Advanced Computer Automotive for our skilled technicians to inspect the muffler. We are happy to…

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Types Of Oil

ACA Automotive — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:24:06 +0000

This blend is for vehicles that have been driven for a long time, typically over 75,000 miles. Today’s cars are built to run for miles and miles, but even the best engines will wear down over time. Higher mileage engines tend to burn oil faster and this blend reduces that burn as well as improve the seals in the engine’s combustion chamber. A better seal ensures better compression…

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Understanding Your Fuel System

ACA Automotive — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:23:46 +0000

Fuel is a lifeline for your vehicle. When problems occur with your fuel system, the highly skilled technicians at Advanced Computer Automotive (ACA) are here to diagnose and repair so that you can be back on the 405 in rush hour in no time. But have you ever stopped to consider what the various fuel options mean to your vehicle? Not only is the staff of ACA available for repairs and maintenance…

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What Is Engine Oil

ACA Automotive — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:23:14 +0000

A car is such a mainstay of daily life (especially here in California) that it is easy to forget how complicated a machine it really is. It is a testament to a car’s craftsmanship that it doesn’t call attention to itself until something has broken down. What is a car, after all, but a series of violent explosions and metallic parts, all moving in concert, dependent on each element to stay in sync…

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What Is The Difference Between Diesel And Gasoline Engines

ACA Automotive — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:22:53 +0000

With gas prices rising ever higher and alternative fuels becoming more mainstream, many vehicle owners are reexamining the gasoline engine. Its most prominent competitor is the diesel engine, and while many Americans have heard of diesel, fewer understand the differences between diesel and gas. First of all, unlike a car powered by electricity or cold fusion, a diesel-powered car is not…

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Wiper Blades

ACA Automotive — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:22:14 +0000

An often overlooked duty of car maintenance is checking the windshield wipers and replacing them when necessary. This is most common for drivers living in dry areas with little rainfall, like right here in Southern California. (Drivers in wetter states, like Washington or Florida, know all too well what poor wiper maintenance can reap for the unwitting motorist.) A wiper blade is that most…

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Tips & Tricks

ACA Automotive — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 13:56:36 +0000

Many people think that all there is to owning a car is filling it with gas, having it washed and taking it for the occasional oil change. On the contrary, having at least a basic understanding of how your car works and what types of routine maintenance need to be performed is an important part of auto ownership. Paying attention to how your car performs normally will help you know when it’s in…

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