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Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Service and Repair in Castro Valley, CA

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Service and Repair in Castro Valley, CA

Have you ever wondered where to keep your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in peak condition? Look no further than Adams Autoworx. We are the premier Chevrolet service and repair facility in Castro Valley, and we can keep your Chevy in top shape for as long as you want to own it. We specialize in ensuring your Silverado performs at its best, whether you're tackling rough terrain or cruising through town. Our friendly team is here to make sure your Silverado provides you with reliable service – so whether your Chevy needs new brake pads, oil change, check engine light diagnostics, transmission service, or major engine repairs, our nationally ASE certified technicians will get your Chevy back in top shop. If you own multiple Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles, we offer priority fleet service. Our technicians have decades of Chevrolet repair experience, and can diagnose and repair engine misfires, ignition coil problems, rough idling, can perform spark plugs replaceme ... read more

Can a Bad Oxygen Sensor Be the Cause of Black Smoke Coming From the Tailpipe

Can a Bad Oxygen Sensor Be the Cause of Black Smoke Coming From the Tailpipe

Oxygen sensors are used in modern vehicles to provide engine control module (ECM) information about the gases coming out of the combustion chamber, as well as the catalytic converters. When the oxygen sensor goes bad, ECM gets incorrect information and cannot properly adjust air-fuel mixture going into the combustion chamber. As a result, you may notice following symptoms: Check engine light comes “on” Engine accelerating in spurts Reduction in gas mileage And yes, black smoke coming out of the tail pipe due to excess fuel entering the combustion chamber. So if you see black smoke coming out of the tail pipe of your vehicle, there is a good chance that an oxygen sensor is the culprit. It is important to get this condition repaired, before excess carbon in the exhaust causes catalytic converter problems. Call Adams Autoworx to make an appointment, or make an appointment on our website. Your vehicle will need professional help to get back in top shape.  

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