Engine Maintenance in Mesa, AZ
Professional Engine Maintenance
Engine maintenance is vital to keep your car or truck operating at peak performance. It also impacts the longevity of your vehicle's engine. Trust the experts at Quick Shift Auto to help you protect your investment. Call us at 602-888-4927 or visit our shop in Mesa for expert engine maintenance.
Engine Maintenance Services
Below is a comprehensive list of the engine maintenance services we offer
Check Engine Light
No one likes to see their car's "Check Engine" light come on. The light could mean a costly problem, like a bad catalytic converter, or it could be something minor, like a loose gas cap. At Quick Shift Auto, we can pull the code and diagnose the problem for you. Give us a call at 602-888-4927 or stop by the shop for our expert assistance.
Diesel
Although diesel engines don't require tune-ups and tend to last longer than gasoline engines, they do require regular maintenance. Typical maintenance tasks include:
- Changing the oil & filter
- Changing the air filter
- Changing the fuel filter
- Bleeding the fuel system
- Draining the water separators
- Refilling the urea injection system
You can count on the experts at Quick Shift Auto to help your diesel engine last a long time.
Fuel Injection
Fuel injection is a system for admitting fuel into an engine. Since 1990, fuel injectors have completely replaced carburetors as the primary means of getting gasoline into the engine. A fuel injector atomizes the fuel by forcibly pumping it through a small nozzle (under high pressure). Failure of the fuel injection system means poor performance and ultimately destroys the engine.
Ignition
Your vehicle's ignition system is responsible for starting the engine by delivering an electrical spark that ignites the air-fuel mixture in the combustion chamber. Issues can involve a worn ignition switch, a faulty ignition coil or broken or corroded wiring. These problems can lead to symptoms like the engine failing to start, intermittent stalling, dashboard warning lights, or even complete power loss while driving.
Ignition Wires & Cables
These vital parts transfer the spark from the ignition coil to spark plugs that ignite the mixture of fuel and air. The mixture starts the engine. Over time, ignition wires and cables get weak and break down. This makes it impossible for the spark to reach the engine cylinders. This results in the engine misfiring. Common symptoms of faulty ignition cables and wires are: poor gas mileage, engine misfires, engine light is on, and engine vibration.
Oil, Lube, and Filter
To keep running smoothly, your car highly relies on oil, lube, and oil filters. Oil helps in lubricating, cooling, and cleaning the internal engine components. With time, motor oil becomes contaminated. Your car needs an oil, lube, and filter change every three months (or 3,000 miles) in order to function optimally.
Spark Plugs
A spark plug delivers electric current to the combustion chamber from the ignition system. Spark plugs that haven't been changed for a long time can cause ignition problems. At Quick Shift Auto, we have automotive experts who will check and replace your spark plugs. For all your spark plug repair or replacement needs, call 602-888-4927 or visit Quick Shift Auto today.
Spark Plug Related FAQs
How do you know when a spark plug needs to be replaced?
The most common sign that a spark plug needs replacing is an engine that hesitates during acceleration. Other warning signs may include engine misfires during startup, rough idling, sluggish acceleration, declining fuel economy, and engine knocking.
What else should I replace when replacing spark plugs?
If you're considering having your vehicle's spark plugs replaced, there's a good chance the spark plug wires should be replaced as well. Ignition wires become brittle over time, and worn wires can lead to engine misfires, poor performance, and reduced fuel economy.
Check Engine Light FAQs
What could cause a check engine light to come on?
Come by Quick Shift Auto and we can diagnose the reasons for a check engine light turning on. It can range from something serious like a faulty catalytic converter or potential engine failure to something simple like a loose gas cap or the need for a routine 50,000- or 100,000-mile manufacturer maintenance service.
Is it okay to drive with the engine light on?
The short answer is no. The longer explanation is that the light may indicate a serious engine problem, and continuing to drive as if nothing is wrong could result in much more expensive repairs. A check engine light means you should have your vehicle inspected as soon as possible by a professional at Quick Shift Auto in Mesa.
What is the most common problem with my check engine light?
A loose gas cap is one of the most common reasons a check engine light comes on. However, the best way to determine the exact cause is to have a technician at Quick Shift Auto read the diagnostic code stored in your vehicle's onboard OBD computer.
What does a solid check engine light mean?
A steady check engine light generally indicates a non-emergency issue that still needs attention. Come by Quick Shift Auto and we'll help diagnose and resolve the problem before it becomes more serious.
What does an intermittent flashing check engine light mean?
A flashing check engine light is a warning of a potentially severe problem that requires immediate attention. Get your vehicle to an auto repair shop as quickly as possible, or safely park it and arrange for a tow to your preferred repair facility to avoid further engine damage.
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What Our Customers Are Saying
Eddie and the rest of the team took incredible care of me and my vehicle. I wouldn’t trust anyone else to service any of my vehicles! Eddie even went above and beyond by helping me find the right headers and exhaust and assisting me with placing the order. If you’re looking for a trustworthy mechanic who can do just about anything, you’ve found the right place. Anyway, here’s my Vette that they’re building! Super happy with everything so far. :)
Mesa, AZ
I seriously can’t say enough good things about Eddie and Quick Shift Auto. I brought my 2004 Chevy Silverado in with a bunch of issues like reduced engine power, a flashing check engine light, a cylinder misfire, oil leaks, hard starting, and just overall not running the way it should. This truck has a lot of miles on it, so I was honestly starting to wonder if it was just getting to the end of its life. Eddie took the time to actually figure out what was going on instead of just throwing parts at it. They did a full tune-up, checked compression, replaced the plugs and wires, fixed the valve cover leaks, professionally cleaned and flow-tested the fuel injectors, and worked through the misfire issue. He kept me updated throughout the process and was straight with me about what the truck needed. I got it back and I’m not exaggerating when I say it feels like my truck is back to life. It starts right up, I’ve had it on the freeway at 75–80 mph, no check engine light, no reduced engine power, no hesitation, nothing. It honestly runs smoother than I can remember. This Silverado may not be the newest or flashiest truck on the road, but I love this thing, and getting it back running this good means a lot to me. I had honestly forgotten how much I appreciated driving it until I got it back. If you’re dealing with misfires, reduced engine power, check engine lights, rough running, or you’ve got an older truck that other shops make you feel like isn’t worth fixing, go talk to Eddie. He knows what he’s doing and made the whole process feel easy. Huge thank you to Eddie and everyone at Quick Shift Auto. You guys seriously brought my truck back to life. I’ll definitely be coming back here for anything I need in the future. 10/10.
Mesa, AZ
Honest diagnosing, good customer service, you can tell they know what there doing
Mesa, AZ
I just serviced my Jetta here and Eddie did a great job on communicating thoroughly and fixing the issue. I’d highly recommend this place because their customer service is awesome, their prices are great, and the turnaround time was exceptionally fast
Mesa, AZ
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