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Once the engine is running, the car's alternator takes over. It powers the electrical system and restores energy to the battery.
Ensuring the Alternator is running means looking at:
• An overall visual Inspection
• The drive belt
A Charging System Test checks alternator output (current) and voltage and ensures they are to manufacturer's specifications.
Working together, your car’s battery, starter and alternator supply your car with electrical power. The power level is stabilized with a voltage regulator and a fuse box that prevents small malfunctions from becoming major problems.
Your automobile has both a rear and front suspension comprised primarily of springs and shock absorbers. The springs bear the weight of your vehicle, keep the wheels in contact with the road and provide you with a smooth, controlled ride.
No matter what kind of vehicle you have, its engineers had to consider key factors when determining the design and calibration of your car suspension. These include:
• Bumper height
• Intended use
• Vehicle weight
The springs in your suspension system do most of the work. Although there are several types of springs, the main four are:
• Leaf
• Coil
To support your car, the springs compress and rebound accordingly as road conditions shift up and down. In some cases, they may be combined for additional support.
However, the constant motion can create an uncomfortable ride. To eliminate the bouncing and swaying caused by bumps, shock absorbers are utilized to smooth the ride. These piston-like devices create a smoother ride by reducing the variations in the spring rate and absorb the shock. They also help keep the tire in contact with the road, keeping you in control.
Shocks, struts and sway bars are other elements of a typical suspension system.
Increased driving comfort, as well as safer driving, is a result of improvements in suspension and steering. Other contributing factors include increased strength and durability of suspension components, as well as advances in tire construction.
During a check of your suspension system, Wayne & Dave’s technicians examine your cars:
• Tie rod ends (inner and outer)
• Idler arm
• Pit-man arm
• Rack and pinion unit
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4 Wheel Alignment
Today, service centers like Wayne & Dave's Automotive use computerized alignment equipment to diagnose your alignment angles. Some of the most common are:
• Toe: the direction of the wheels towards or away from each (viewed from above the car).
• Camber: tilt of the wheels toward or away from each other (viewed from in front of your car).
• Caster: the angle of the steering axis in relation to the wheel. To visualize this angle, imagine a vertical line through the middle of your tire while standing on one side of the car.
• Thrust Angle: the relationship of all four wheels to each other. This time, imagine a center line from bumper to bumper.
An alignment check at a Wayne & Dave’s includes:
• Inspection of the steering and suspension components.
• Examination of the tires (size, inflation and wear).
• Comparison of your current alignment to the guidelines provided by your manufacturer.
LOF (Lube Oil & Filter) Change your oil and oil filters according to the recommendation in your owner's manual or follow the "every 3 months or 3000 miles" rule of thumb for getting an oil change.
Always be sure your oil, lube & filter changes include:
• Changing oil filter
• Checking air filter
• Checking and top off all fluids
• Lubricating all fittings
• Checking engine for leaks
• Checking tire pressure
Fluids
Every car needs several automotive fluids in order to properly operate. Over time, these fluids can decompose, become contaminated or leak. To maintain a healthy car, it is important that you frequently check your car’s fluids.
Fluids that Wayne & Dave's Automotive will check include the:
• Engine oil
• Transmission fluid
• Brake fluid
• Antifreeze
• Power steering fluid
• Electrical connections
• Typical road conditions
• Acceleration, braking and cornering
• Torsion bars
Regular maintenance on your car's brakes is just as important as it is to your engine. Have them checked at least once a year, more if you drive frequently in city traffic or live in a hilly area. Waiting until the brakes begin to grind can be more expensive, but a few simple steps will help keep your brakes in good working order.
• Never drive with the parking brake on.
• If you hear a high-pitched squeak when you apply the brakes, it’s time to get them checked. The squeak is actually a brake-pad sensor--a soft piece of metal that scrapes against the rotor when the brake pads need replacing.
• It’s always a good idea to check your brake fluid when you’re checking your other car fluids. If you notice that you’re adding brake fluid more than once every few months, there may be a leak somewhere. Bring your vehicle in for a complete brake system check.
Tune-up
A Tune-up provides preventative maintenance, while identifying and replacing worn parts. They ensure that your vehicle will operate at optimal conditions by maintaining the ideal conditions for normal car operation. Neglecting these basic tasks could result in low gas mileage and damage to critical engine components.
Most cars require regularly scheduled tune-ups around every 30,000 miles, and major maintenance at 60,000 miles. Some newer vehicles may not even require a tune-up until 100,000 miles!
A thorough tune-up will include:
• Replacing the air filter.
• Replacing the fuel filter(s).
• Installing new spark plugs and replacing any worn spark plug wires.
• Inspecting and installing a new distributor cap if one is needed.
• Inspecting and installing a new rotor if the old one has cracks, burning
and carbon.
• Inspecting the valve-cover gasket and adjusting the valves
(if your car has adjustable valves).
• All fluids checked and topped off.
• A battery check and terminal cleaning, if necessary.
• A positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve replaced, if clogged.
In addition, cars built prior to 1979 have additional requirements. Cars without an electronic ignition require changing the points and condenser. Cars with electronic ignition should have the timing checked.
Fuel-injected cars need to have the throttle plate cleaned and/or adjust the air-fuel mixture. Cars with carburetors may need additional adjustments.
We would need to check you vehicle to accurately see what you vehicle needs.
Modern vehicles like yours operate using a complex system of electrical circuits that create, warehouse, and disburse the energy needed for operation.
Repairing a car’s electrical system means looking at three major components:
The battery
The starter
The alternator
The Car Battery -when they click on the car battery this is the info I want to show.
Your car’s battery is the primary source of electricity. It provides the energy necessary to run conveniences such as clocks, radios and alarms.
A Wayne & Dave's battery inspection looks at:
• Overall car battery and case condition
• Cable connections
Then a Battery Load Test is performed to measure the battery’s power level as required by the battery and vehicle manufacturers' specifications.
The starter motor converts electricity to mechanical energy to turn the engine over. The starter requires a greater initial amount of current to flow from the battery to the starter motor to get the engine running.
Checking the starter means checking:
• Cable connections
• Mounting bolts and brackets
Then a Starter Electrical "Draw" Test is done, measuring the amount of electrical energy required to turn the engine over during cranking. Results are compared to manufacturer's specifications.
Heat is generated during the engine's combustion process. It’s then absorbed by the coolant in your car's radiator and circulated through the heater core before returning to the radiator. A fan (blower) then circulates air over the heater core and into the passenger compartment of the vehicle.
Air conditioning comes from the car's elaborate air conditioning system. Instead of adding “cold” air to the car’s interior, it actually removes the heat from outside air, cleaning and dehumidifying and keeping it at the temperature you select. The “cooled” air is then sent to the car's interior in an "un-heated" condition.
A thorough inspection will include:
• Inspecting interior controls and blower
• Check radiator coolant level, hoses, pressure cap and thermostat
• Test the condition and tension of the A/C compressor belt
• Check for leaks or other damage
• Review component conditions for leaks or damage
System testing also includes:
• Cooling system pressure test
• Compare A/C pressure to manufacturer’s recommendations
• Test A/C system for refrigerant leaks
• Check interior vent air temperature
Breakdowns are most commonly caused by worn belts and hoses. Neglecting them can leave you stranded.
To prevent an emergency or inconvenience, have your belts and hoses checked every time you have your oil changed. Although a belt can look healthy, the rubber used to make it could be dry and cracked due to age, heat, cold and normal wear and tear. In addition, engine vibration can cause belts to become loose.
The belts wrap around pulleys to power many of your cars other components. Worn, defective or improperly adjusted belts contribute to accidents and breakdowns, costly repairs, battery failure and overheated engines.
Check your belts every six months. If they are too tight, they will stretch and break. If they are too loose, they won’t work efficiently. Regardless of how your belts look, you should replace them every four years.
A visual inspection may not always help you locate a bad hose. A failed hose may not necessarily leak. To locate hoses that need replaced, you can pinch them to check for cracks, brittleness and mushiness.
Keep in mind that hoses wear on the inside, as well as the outside. Even though a hose may seem ok, internal deterioration could cause it to fail.
Regular battery care is essential. Before cold weather starts and at least once a month in hot weather, maintain your battery by:
• Keeping the correct electrolyte levels
• Tightening loose hold-down clamps and terminals
• Removing corrosion
• Check the alternator belt tension and wear
Caution:
Automotive batteries contain sulfuric acid. Sulfuric acid is poisonous and highly corrosive. Because of this, care should be taken as sulfuric gasses are produced when a battery is recharged, and could cause an explosion if ignited.
When working with automotive batteries work in a well-ventilated area and exercise caution. Remove any jewelry, loose clothing and wear protective eyewear. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any battery maintenance or recharging.
• Electrolyte level (where applicable)
• Springs
• Shock absorbers
• All other suspension components
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