Sunnyslope driving is hard on two systems in particular. The grades around North Mountain and the stop-and-go traffic on Dunlap, Hatcher and Central wear brakes faster than freeway miles. And six months of 105°F-plus afternoons keep your A/C running nonstop. Those are the two jobs that make up most of our auto repair in Sunnyslope.
Every Brake Job Starts With an Inspection
Before we replace any brake part, we check:
- Pad thickness and rotor condition on all four wheels
- Calipers, hoses and brake fluid condition
- ABS warning lights and wheel speed sensors
Not every squeal means new rotors, and we won’t sell them if you don’t need them. We show you the measurements and quote the fix in writing. See our brake services and our guide to brake rotor warning signs.
What Your Car Is Telling You
These symptoms point to different problems:
- Grinding when you stop: pads worn to the metal and damaging the rotors. Book a brake check now.
- Warm air from the vents: low refrigerant from a leak or a failing compressor. See our A/C & heating services.
- A steady check engine light: a fault the computer has stored, from a sensor to a misfire. Start with a professional diagnostic.
If your A/C smells musty, read our cabin air filter guide. If the car won’t start on hot mornings, the cause is often in the battery or electrical system.
Don’t wait for July. Call or schedule online, and we’ll show you what we find and give you the number in writing before we start. Check our coupons or ask about Synchrony financing.