There’s a lot Riding On Your Brakes

The braking system on your vehicle is just as important as the drivetrain that moves it under power. While your engine and transmission provide the “GO”, it’s your brakes that slow you down when you’re ready to “WHOA”! On all vehicles, brakes take a beating… Read more

Have You Had Your Battery Checked Lately?

Your vehicle’s battery has a lot to do! It provides electrical power to start the engine. It sends power to operate all of the cabin accessories, such as the stereo, lighting, and the blower motor for the A/C and defroster. It powers the instrument panel so… Read more

A Guide to Repair, and Honesty

For many consumers, taking their vehicle in for service or repair can cause anxiety and lead them to postpone necessary maintenance and repairs. Neglecting routine service can cause more expensive repairs later. Our no-nonsense blog here provides tips and… Read more

A penny saved is a penny earned

We believe a well maintained vehicle runs better, lasts longer, has a higher resale value, and saves you money in the long run. Studies show that $1 spent on maintaining your vehicle will save between $17 and $22 on unnecessary repairs and replacement costs.… Read more

The ABCs of car care

Back-to-school season is the ideal time to review your ABCs; the ABCs of car care, that is. 53 Auto Repair recommends that all drivers brush up on their auto care knowledge to make sure their vehicle is operating at its best before the school year carpool… Read more

Cool Off in The Heat

Imagine being stuck in traffic on a 102-degree day when your vehicle’s air conditioning system malfunctions. With summer heating up, 53 Auto Repair recommends that motorists be cautious and have their A/C system checked to make sure it is working properly.… Read more

Oil Sludge Build-Up In My Car's Engine

We often hear reports in the news or internet about the "3000 mile oil change myth" or about how businesses who are trying to sell premature oil services. An oil change prevents engine oil sludge build up. The first sign of oil sludge often appears under the… Read more

Air Filters

Here in Illinois that means pollen, and lots of it!!  Changing your engine air filter and passenger cabin filter will help you and your car breath easier. With less frequent service intervals of all newer vehicles we quite often see these 2 very important… Read more

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