Star Automotive LLC

Auto service technicians inspect, maintain, and repair cars that run on gasoline, electricity, or alternative fuels, such as ethanol. They perform essential care maintenance, such as oil changes and tire rotations, diagnose more complex problems, and plan and execute vehicle repairs.

Our general repairs & maintenance trained mechanics are entirely qualified to advise you on every viewpoint of car service and repair across all makes and models of motor vehicles. They perform essential care maintenance, such as oil changes and tire rotations, diagnose more complex problems, and plan and execute vehicle repairs.

Maintaining your car in tip-top conditions is crucial to safeguard your life and prevent unexpected problems. Our highly qualified specialist can perform simple maintenance to professional general car repairs, ensuring a fully functioning and perfect vehicle.

Always bear in mind that the amount of time you’re going to have to wait for your car to be repaired depends entirely on what you’re having done. If you’re talking about a simple procedure like an oil change, tire rotation, or tire replacement, you’re looking at anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour for the actual work to be completed. If you’re having more extensive work done, like having your brakes worked on or your air conditioning repaired, it may take several hours. And if you’ve brought your vehicle in with a laundry list of requests, or for extensive work, you could be waiting all day – or longer. Yet another unknown wait time factor depends on the condition of your car, which is going to factor greatly into the ability of the mechanic to get the job done in a timely manner.

Preventive maintenance is the care and protection of your vehicle against potential major auto repairs. Negligence is the most common and costly way to see money wasted on repairs that could have easily been prevented through regular service intervals.

A vehicle inspection is a process in which a vehicle is inspected to ensure it meets all safety and emission regulations. Every state has its own regulations about what is required to pass the inspection. Most notably, states require them to ensure safety, ensure proper emissions and check the vehicle identification number(VIN). A safety inspection typically checks for essential components of the vehicle to verify proper function, including the headlights, taillights, wheel alignment, steering, seatbelts, brakes and tires. Emissions testing essentially checks for pollutant emissions. A car may fail an emissions test due to faulty injectors, oxygen sensors or other parts related to emissions. If a car fails inspection, then a report is typically provided that outlines the reasons it failed, and the owner can make the changes and schedule another vehicle inspection.

One of the cornerstones of do-it-yourself car maintenance jobs is the home oil change. It's a simple process that requires few tools, and it's a sure way to save some money while you avoid the hassle of sitting in a dull waiting room somewhere reading outdated magazines.

Good mechanics will check the condition of the system as a whole. This includes brake pads, brake calipers, brake lines and rotors. They will look for damage due to rust, wear and leakage of brake fluid. A fault anywhere in the system can result in impaired braking or brake failure.

When doing an inspection you look for the thickness of the brake lining on either shoe or pad brakes. The front brakes do 70–80% of the stopping of a vehicle. So naturally, they wear out first. You also look for any leaking of brake hydraulic fluid as well. You need to check wheel cylinders, hoses, metal lines, and master cylinders. Especially where the rod goes into the master cylinder, you look for any moisture from fluid leaking past the seals. Also on the inspection, you need to see if any grease is being thrown out of the rubber CV joints. They sometimes get a leak because of developing a hole in the CV boot. You also check for oil leaking from the rear axle seals onto the rear brake shoes. That's all part of a brake inspection.

Having your vehicle inspected is highly important, they help you discover problems before they become a danger out on the road, and they help you keep things up to date such as your oil change, tire rotations, and filter changes. Some people get a vehicle inspection because it’s required for registration, but it’s also good to take it to inspection before a road trip or whenever you suspect a problem.

Of course! Regular maintenance will extend your vehicle's life, increasing safety when driving around and reduces repair costs. Ensure that your tires, brakes, engine, and overall car systems work to their best when our professional auto mechanics perform your car maintenance services; you won't have to worry about any unexpected problems with your vehicle.

First, you should take a look at your car manual for manufacturer recommendations. This is the most reliable source of information for any questions you have regarding your vehicle. So make a habit of reading it thoroughly.These days, most cars, SUVs and pickups are equipped with service reminder monitors. These systems track the number of driven miles and can also sense driving conditions. Based on this information, they will alert you when your car needs servicing.

Yes, air filters can help filter out allergens that can be a trigger for people with respiratory issues, such as asthma or COPD.Especially if they have any type of preexisting respiratory problems like asthma, COPD, or allergies. Air filters can be beneficial in reducing the risk of acute respiratory attacks by trapping irritants that try to pass into the ducts of the ventilation system, allowing you to breathe easier.

Nearly all air conditioner freeze ups are caused by either a lack of refrigerant, or a lack of air flow to the evaporator coils. If your air conditioner is freezing up, the first thing you should do is turn it off. If you continue to run it, the compressor could be damaged.

The most obvious sign is the oil change light in your vehicle warning you that there is something wrong and the engine is at risk of damage due to damaged parts or lack of lubrication. Other signs are engine noise and knocking, dark and dirty oil, oil smell, exhaust smoke, and excessive millage.

When a lead acid battery is fully charged the electrolyte is sulfuric acid with a freezing point of below -40°C. When the battery is fully discharged all the sulfate ions are consumed and the electrolyte is mostly pure water with a freezing point of zero degrees C. So it is not unusual to go out to a car that has a dead battery in the mid winter and find that the battery won't accept any charge current. It needs to warm up before it can be charged, and then it won't freeze again until it is discharged.

If your tire pressure is low then it can cause uneven wear on your tires. That means that one tire may wear faster than another forcing you to have to replace all of your tires sooner. This can be quite costly. Low tire pressure also puts you at risk of popping your tire sooner. When you drive down the highway you may also feel your vehicle pulling to one side of the road because of this. Also low tire pressure forces your vehicle to use more power to generate the same amount of speed, costing you more gas and money!

Charging a car battery is not always as easy as it sounds; there are several tricks out there to save your battery and give it a longer lifetime! Depending on the size of your battery and how many amperes you are charging it with it can take anywhere between 4 to 24 hours for a full charge. To give you an idea, to fully charge a battery of the size 52Ah would take about 10 hours from dead to fully loaded, but don’t worry, you would probably be able to start your car within 1 hour.

Yes, it matters. Oil is incredibly important to keeping your car running safely and smoothly, and at Star Automotive we take oil changes pretty seriously. Not changing your oil on a regular basis can significantly reduce your engine’s performance and lead to reduced fuel efficiency. Engine oil acts as a reservoir for all kinds of by-products that form when fuel burns, including soot, sludge, water, and acidic material, as well as unburned and partially burned fuel. At the same time, oil becomes less effective over time. Refreshing the oil on a regular basis helps keep your engine in great condition.

It is important to have your brakes checked often. Most folks have their brakes checked when they have their tires rotated. One of the mechanics at our service center can check the thickness of your brake pads to ensure that they are running at peak conditions. Your brake pads are essential for maintaining stopping power, so be sure to have them checked every chance that you get.

They sure do. Years ago, radiators were mostly cooper/brass. They weighed about 15 lbs and lasted about 6 to 8 years. An aluminum radiator is much lighter (5 lbs) and contains no lead solder. The average service life of a typical aluminum radiator is actually about 10 to 12 years, which is about two to four years longer than a copper/brass radiator. And they are actually cheaper to manufacture.

A radiator is an invaluable part of your engine cooling system. The engine burns fuel and creates friction in order to give your car the power it needs, and that causes lot of heat that needs to be turned away from the engine, or else it could cause tremendous damage. A radiator is a type of heat exchanger. It is designed to transfer heat from the hot coolant that flows through it to the air blown through it by the fan.

Oil helps protect your engine in four important ways:Oil cleans the engine: Motor oils are designed to keep dirt, debris, and deposits from accumulating on your engine components and prevent blockages. The oil “locks up” the dirt and renders it harmless until it is removed at your next oil change service.Oil reduces friction and minimizes wear: Motor oils form a protective film over your engine components and have special additives that prevent contact and reduce drag between the engine’s many moving parts. This helps your engine operate quietly and efficiently.Oil removes heat: Motor oils carry heat away from important areas, like from around the piston rings, and redistribute it around the engine.Oil prevents corrosion and rust: Motor oils help protect your hard-working engine components from corrosion beyond the normal oil change interval.

Synthetic oil can withstand higher temperatures, resist breakdown better than conventional oil, and lasts longer. This type of oil can even protect your engine in some situations. During short trips, conventional motor oil may not become hot enough to burn off impurities and moisture. Therefore, it’s recommended that you use synthetic oil for short trips.Synthetic oil is recommended for extreme climates like very hot summers or very cold winters. If you use your vehicle frequently for hauling heavy things, then synthetic oil is also your best option. Synthetic car oil can last longer and is more resistant to extreme conditions. But this does not mean that you delay oil change beyond manufacturer recommendations. A synthetic oil change is typically needed once every six to twelve months dependent on miles driven.

It depends on where and how you drive, you use your brakes a lot more in urban driving than on a rural highway. There is no clear-cut schedule that tells you when it’s the perfect time to replace the brakes, so you need to rely on your ears. But don’t worry, we are here to help so if you are unsure about your brakes conditions, one of our experienced automotive technicians can help. We use the cva and axles to an optimal work.

The brake system is perhaps one of the most important parts of your vehicle concerning your safety and regular inspection to make sure that everything is working correctly is an absolute must to ensure guarantee safe driving conditions. During the inspection, our technicians will carefully examine every aspect of your vehicle’s braking system and provide you with options to improve it.

Engine oil has three important ingredients: base oils, viscosity modifiers, and performance additives. Each is carefully selected and skillfully blended so that the oil provides maximum engine protection.

Your cooling system has a very important roll in your vehicle. Its job is to keep the engine cooled so it doesn’t overheat. It circulates coolant through the radiator and your engine and it has five main components: the radiator, the radiator cap, the hoses the thermostat and the water pump. They are all equally important and if you suspect there is an issue with your radiator one of our technicians can diagnose the issue in a heartbeat.

That is 100% true. When your check engine light is on that means you need some repair work done and is mandatory to fix it. We have a qualified team that can fix it and make sure you pass your emissions test.

“General repair” covers everything from small preventative maintenance to more in-depth repair, it usually includes fixing issues with belts and hoses, the brake, system, fuel Injection and cleaning service, heating and cooling service, oil, Lube & Filter Service, suspension and steering repair, tire rotation and more.

Having your vehicle inspected is highly important, they help you discover problems before they become a danger out on the road, and they help you keep things up to date such as your oil changes, tire rotations, and filter changes. Some people get a vehicle inspection because it’s required for registration, but it’s also good to take it to inspection before a road trip or whenever you suspect a problem.

Ignored by many, the check Is a signal from the vehicle’s engine computer that tells you that something is wrong. Some cars have a yellow light that means you should investigate the issue as soon as possible and a red one that means stop right now. While minor issues can trigger a check engine light, serious issues often do so as well, and failing to address the problem can lead to costly repair bills. We are happy to assist you with your check engine light and provide you with an affordable solution.

If the repair shop is not responsible for the damage, then your own car insurance must pick up the bill unless the auto shop has expanded its insurance to cover any damage to vehicles in its custody and control. With expanded coverage the mechanic will likely pay for the repairs to your car regardless of what happened.