Castro Valley Auto Repair

After unseasonably warm September, the Fall is coming. With it come colder temperatures, and this means your car’s battery needs to be in good shape to start your vehicle and to keep all the electrical stuff inside running when the engine is turned off. That’s why at Adams Autoworx in Castro Valley we highly recommend Autumn car battery testing, and battery replacement if necessary. Our technicians can test your car’s battery and will let you know if it still holds charge sufficient to keep your car running through the Fall and Winter months. Just like a trusted friend, your car's battery needs a little love and attention to keep you moving. Whether you're driving a Ford or a Lexus, staying ahead of potential battery issues is crucial—after all, no one wants to be stranded! Have you noticed your headlights dimming, your engine cranking slowly, or those pesky warning lights lighting up your dashboard? These could be signs that your battery is nearing th ... read more

Fall Tune Up Even though the traditional tune-up is a thing of the past, at Adams Autoworx in Castro Valley we still recommend getting a vehicle checkup before the Fall driving season. Even though most modern cars are self-tuning ( computers adjust timing, air intake, richness of the air-fuel mixture, etc.  on-the-fly), there is still a lot to be said for having a professional mechanic inspect your car before the rains and the cold weather. It's always a good idea to check the condition of the car battery, as the cold weather makes a weak battery more likely to die, or often not be able to hold enough charge to start your car. We also recommend a visual inspection of the tires, to make sure there are no bald spots, and that the tread depth is sufficient to evacuate water and prevent hydroplaning.  While the car is in the shop, we also recommend brake inspection ( unless you had one done very recently ) - wet asphalt extedends the distance it takes to stop your vehicle ... read more