Your vehicle's brake system applies frictional force to the wheels to slow or stop it. And that braking force is considerable. When you step on your brake pedal, you apply a stopping force ten times as powerful as the force that puts the vehicle in motion. The braking system can apply as much as 1,000 pounds of hydraulic pressure on each of the four brakes.

The following inspections and maintenance procedures can help prevent potential brake problems and costly brake repairs. Check brake fluid level at every oil change. Replace fluid according to owner's manual recommendations or as advised by a certified technician. Brake calipers, rotors and wheel cylinders should be checked at every brake inspection and serviced or replaced as required.

Chirping, grinding or squealing noise or difficulty stopping the vehicle.

E & G provides inspection, maintenance and repair to all of these brake system components:

• ABS Service
• Brake Drums
• Brake Rotors
• Caliper Replacement & Overhaul

• Emergency Brakes
• Hoses & Lines
• Machining & Resurfacing
• Master Cylinder

• Pad & Shoe Installation
• System Diagnosis & Testing
• Wheel Cylinders

Your vehicle's heating and cooling system removes heat from the engine to keep it running at a proper temperature. In the cooling system, belts drive the water pump, circulating coolant throughout the system. Of course, in colder weather the warmed coolant is channeled through a heater core to heat the vehicle's interior and defrost the windshield. Heating and cooling systems are easy to take for granted, until something goes wrong. Here are a few tips.

Maintain proper coolant levels and check level monthly. Never attempt to remove a radiator cap while the engine is hot. Serious injury could result. If the coolant level is low, add a mixture of coolant and water according to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. Inspect engine belts for signs of wear, cracks, shredding, etc. Check radiator, radiator cap and hoses for signs of leakage and wear.

Indication of hoses leaking, cracking, splitting, hardening, brittleness or lack of hot air from heater and defroster.

E & G provides inspection, maintenance and repair to all of these heating and cooling system components:

• A/C Service & Repair
• Climate Control System
• Diagnosis & Testing
• Electric Fans
• Fan Clutches

• Hoses & Lines
• Head Gaskets
• Master Cylinder
• Heater Cores
• Heater Control Valves

• Hoses & Belts
• Radiators
• Thermostats
• Transmission Coolers
• Water Pumps

Your vehicle's exhaust and emissions system muffles engine noise while reducing harmful fuel vapors and exhaust pollutants, and it's made up of a lot of parts. There are one or more catalysts, an oxygen sensor, maybe even a two-stage muffler. There's piping that's not only shaped to clear underbody lines, but also may be made of premium metals, in some cases dual-wall tubing. There are sheet metal underbody heat shields to prevent the exhaust from igniting dry grass.

With today's computerized engine systems, maintaining your vehicle's exhaust and emissions system is best left to a professional technician. Have the positive crankcase ventilation valve (PCV) inspected at regular intervals. If the system is not operating properly, your vehicle may be hard to start, run rough, be excessively noisy and emit harmful contaminants that will enter the environment. While exhaust repairs can be expensive, regular inspections and maintenance can help you avoid the necessity of replacing a large majority of the system all at once.

Loud exhaust noise, rattling noise from under car.

E & G provides inspection, maintenance and repair to all of these exhaust system components:

• Catalytic Converters
• Emission Components
• FREE System Inspection
• Tail Pipes

• Clamps & Hangers
• Hoses & Lines
• Exhaust Manifolds
• Gaskets

• Crossover Pipes
• Exhaust Pipes
• Mufflers

Your vehicle's electrical system is its life blood. Not only does it start a vehicle's engine and maintain a charge on the battery, it also provides power to the electrical accessories and ignition system. The electrical system provides the needed "spark" to operate a vehicle's ignition coil, spark plugs and the numerous sensors that control a vehicle's performance and safe operation.

Proper maintenance is important to insure uninterrupted operation of a vehicle's electrical system. This includes regular inspection of battery cables and posts for signs of wear or corrosion. Check all vehicle lights–including headlights, taillights, turn signals and emergency flashers–to be sure they are operating at full brightness.

A dim light or slow flashing turn signal could be a sign of weak alternator. A hesitation when the car is started needs to be checked out.

E & G provides inspection, maintenance and repair to all of these electrical system components:

• A/C Controls
• Cruise Control
• Heater Controls
• Electric Fans
• No Crank Experts
• Starters

• Alternators
• Battery Replacement & Service
• Instruments & Gauges
• Power Door Locks
• Systems Diagnosis & Testing

• Climate Control
• Electrical Wiring
• Lights
• Power Windows
• Wiper Motors

E & G provides inspection, maintenance and repair to all powertrain system components including engine, transmission (manual or automatic), suspension and associated components. The powertrain system in today's vehicles is a sophisticated integration of mechanical and electronic sub-systems. Whether it's front-wheel or rear-wheel drive, automatic or standard transmission, the modern powertrain system is designed to provide an optimum balance of performance, economy and safety, as long as its components are properly serviced and maintained.

The life blood of the powertrain system are the various fluids and control mechanisms that keep it operating smoothly. Follow the recommendations in the vehicle's owner's manual for all fluid changes (oil, transmission and coolant) and have all powertrain components inspected on a regular basis.

In modern vehicles, the "Check Engine" light serves as the gatekeeper to a vehicle's powertrain system. If it lights, the vehicle should be checked. Oftentimes, the problem is minor, but you won’t know until a certified mechanic has evaluated the system. Other signs of wear in the powertrain system are:

• Engine–Rough running, high oil and/or fuel consumption, visible smoke while engine is running.
• Automatic Transmission–Slow shifting between gears, slippage, or evidence of fluid leaking.
• Manual Transmission–Slippage, lack of transmission engagement or inability to shift smoothly.
• Suspension–Rough riding, poor braking, abnormal tire wear, vehicle pulls to one side, or signs of fluid leaks.

E & G provides inspection, maintenance and repair to all of these powertrain system components:

• 4x4 Service & Repair
• Ball Joints
• Power Steering
• Shocks & Struts
• Transmission Seals

• Axle & Pinion Seals
• Clutches
• Rack & Pinion Systems
• Steering Linkage
• Universal Joints

• Axle & Wheel Bearings
• CV Boots & Joints
• Ride Control
• Tires & Wheels

It seems like only yesterday that any backyard mechanic could buy spark plugs, ignition parts and an air filter and spend Saturday morning giving the family sedan a tune up. Not any longer. True, most vehicles are still internal combustion engines, but modern fuel and engine management systems pretty much prevent driveway tune-ups.

System components now include fuel injection, throttle positioning sensors, mass air flow sensors and more. Given the sophistication and integration of these systems, tune-ups are best left to a trained technician.

While today’s vehicles may have fewer user-serviceable parts, they still need regular tune-ups to maintain performance and optimum fuel economy. Consult your owner’s manual for recommended intervals or see your local mechanic if the vehicle hesitates or stalls or if there are any abnormal engine noises or you notice fuel odors.

Engine hesitation, stalling, decline in engine performance, “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light illuminates.

E & G provides tune ups and inspection, maintenance and repair to all fuel and engine management components:

• Carburetors
• Drivability Problems
• Fuel Injection
• Fuel Pumps
• Ignition Wires
• Spark Plugs

• Computers
• Emission Controls
• Fuel Lines & Hoses
• Fuel Tanks
• Fuel Gauges

• Maintenance Tune up
• Diagnosis & Testing
• Fuel Filters
• Ignition System
• No Start Experts

Choosing tires for your vehicle is a serious decision. Tires can affect how your vehicle feels, how it handles, the way your vehicle brakes, the feel of your suspension, and even your fuel economy. E & G provides inspection, maintenance and repair to all tire and wheel components. Poor tire maintenance can be costly or dangerous, leading to premature tire wear or a tire blowout. You can visually inspect one's tires monthly basis to prevent such problems. Here are a few steps you can take.

There are a few tire maintenance tasks that should typically be performed by a professional and on a regular basis. Tire rotation changes the orientation of the tires. This should be done about every 6,000 miles in order to ensure even wear. Wheel balancing limits the vibration of the tire and wheels and thus minimize wear and extend the life of the tire. Wheel alignment ensures proper steering and minimizes tire wear. Wheels should be aligned about every 12,000 miles. Check air pressure monthly when the tires are cold. Checking hot tires can result in higher pressure ratings.

Too much air pressure (over inflation) and only the tire’s middle section touches the road and creates uneven wear. Too little air pressure (under inflation) and only the tire's sides touch the road and create uneven wear on both the edges of the tire. Erratic tread wear may mean the wheel is out of balance or that shock absorbers need to be replaced. Tread wear only on one edge of the tire usually occurs when wheels are out of alignment.

E & G provides inspection, maintenance and repair to all of these tire and wheel components:

• Alignment (2 & 4 wheel)
• COOPER Tires
• Tire Protection Plans
• Rotation

• Alloy Wheel Service
• Computerized Balancing
• Rim Installation
• Tire Repair

At E & G Automotive, helping people is our business. We listen to our customers and take the time to explain your repair options clearly, so you’ll feel comfortable with your decisions. Since we started E & G Automotive in 1991, we know that building relationships based on trust is the best way to do business. We also know that our customers appreciate the complimentary extras we provide.

We provide complimentary shuttle service or a loaner car while your vehicle is being repaired. If you need transportation to work or to keep an appointment, we’ll get you there and back if needed.

We also have a night time drop off lockbox for your convenience. This allows you to leave your car in our parking lot before or after business hours and place your key with instructions into a secure lockbox in our office.

Every time we service your vehicle, we carefully evaluate your vehicle's systems and give you a written report. By spotting problems early, we help you avoid much bigger problems on the road.

We mail customers reminders of when service is due on their vehicle, along with a discount on that service if they schedule promptly.

We are always trying to improve our level of service. After each appointment we ask our customers to rate their experience with us.

Receive unparalleled personal service, advice you can trust, the repair job done right and a 3 year/36,000 mile warranty–all at a reasonable price.

For many companies, outsourcing their fleet management to E & G saves them money. If your company is a small or start-up business, a fleet maintenance program can be an excellent alternative to doing the job in-house. From small jobs such as hose replacements to transmission repairs, our fleet program can be a real cost-cutter.

At E & G Automotive, our policy is "Minimal Downtime." Your vehicle won't wait for service; we guarantee that all our fleet customers will receive a service status call within one hour of us receiving the vehicle. Our eight service bays and certified technicians allow us to complete most scheduled maintenance and repairs in the same day. In addition, we apply technology to improve our operating efficiency and get your vehicles back to you faster.

Our vehicle database allows us to track your fleet's maintenance needs. Using this up-to-date catalog of information, we can work with you to institute a regular program of preventive maintenance. With a coordinated maintenance schedule, you can avoid or reduce emergency repairs, which are costly in both time and money. Furthermore, allowing us to focus on your fleet's maintenance schedule allows you to focus on running your business, so you can operate more efficiently.

Trust E & G Automotive to support your fleet in a way that is unmatched. No matter the type of vehicle or maintenance problem, we have the resources to meet your needs.