Let's talk about cabin air filters. There seems to be some confusion about them among Camarillo that we should be able to clear up. Much of the confusion starts because cabin air filters are relativel...
Camarillo Independent Automotive Tech Question:I was driving on the freeway in CA and my vehicle engine started to get hot. I turned off my air conditioner and was able to drive the short dista...
When it comes to vehicle service, a lot of people procrastinate. The reasons? Don't want to spend the money, don't have time to get it done, it's not urgent. Sound familiar? Here are the t...
Let's address a very important maintenance item for everyone in Camarillo CA – timing belt replacement. It's important because letting this one slide can lead to very expensive engine damage.You...
There’s a common misconception that Anti-Lock Brakes help you stop faster. That is not always the case on loose gravel or snowy surfaces. Anti-Lock Brakes, in fact, are designed to h...
Ask just about any driver about one thing they fear seeing inside their vehicle and they'll say it's the Check Engine light coming on. You know, that little light on your instrument panel that is in t...
Question
My car has a bad odor when I run the heater or air conditioner. My friend said I might need a new cabin air filter – what’s that?
Answer
A cabin air filter is a special f...
If you own a newer vehicle, your vehicle’s manufacturer may require that it use synthetic oil instead of conventional oil. Synthetic oils are more stable, don’t break down as easily,...
