San Antonio European Auto Repair

All vehicles are complex and made up of many systems, which are in turn made up of different main components, and further broken down into smaller pieces. Your Porsche relies on a number of different systems in order to function properly; one of them being the fuel system. The fuel system in any vehicle is made up of several different components and parts, which can run into performance issues occasionally. Some of these issues are normal and part of routine breakdown of the vehicle over time; however, some of the problems can be attributed to other factors that can often be prevented with routine care and mindful auto maintenance. In this article, we’ll go over a few of the most common issues related to Porsche fuel systems and what you can do to make sure your own Porsche remains in exceptional condition over time. THE FUEL SYSTEM BROKEN DOWN – THE IMPORTANT PARTS Porsche cars ... read more

The water pump in your Land Rover is a vital part of its cooling system. By continually pumping water and coolant to your engine, the pump prevents your car from overheating and ruining your engine. Much easier than shopping for a new engine is simply replacing your water pump before the worst happens. Water pumps tend to last a long time. In fact, it should last as long as the timing belt it rests below, which generally make it to about 60,000 to 90,000 miles. It is almost always recommended that you get your water pump replaced at the time of belt replacement. But in order to get your pump replaced, you need to know when to do so! Here are some signs to look out for that could mean it’s time for a new water pump. SIGNS YOUR LAND ROVER’S WATER PUMP NEEDS TO BE REPLACED THE COOLANT IS LEAKING The ... read more

When it comes to exhaust systems in vehicles, many of us only think about two or three things. The first thing we think about is the noise. Either the exhaust is muffled, or it sounds like small explosives going off as the car or truck flies past us. The second thing we consider is the smell. Certain vehicles leave a lingering smell of burnt oil in the air behind them. Sometimes we then consider the third aspect of this exhaust system, which has to do with air pollution – regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency. These are all aspects determined by a fully-functioning exhaust system. WHAT DOES THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD GASKET DO? The exhaust manifold gasket is an essential piece of the exhaust system, but it has only a small effect on noise and smell issues related to exhaust, and just a slightly more significant claim to influence on air pollution. The primary role of the exhaust manifold gas ... read more

Are you the proud owner of a BMW 3 Series? It is the brand’s top car for both the Gran Turismo and Sedan version, and it nearly achieves vehicular perfection in endurance, performance, and handling. As with all things in life, though, it has its weaknesses as well. For BMW 3 Series, one of these weaknesses is ball joint failure. WHAT IS THE BALL JOINT? Ball joints in suspensions are round bearing studs enclosed in a steel casing that connects the control arms to the steering knuckles in your suspension system. These form ball-and-socket joints between the suspension and your wheel, which allows it to have vertical motion. This vertical motion is the whole genius behind suspension because it delays and softens the impact of any bump or pothole you may hit while driving. This not only helps to keep yo ... read more

As a car owner, you probably know what most of your dashboard lights mean. That blinking stick figure with the seatbelt across it means you need to buckle up. The half circle with the exclamation point in the middle means you should check your tire pressure. And, of course, you know when your car is low on gas or has its high beams or parking brake on. You see these signals often and know exactly what to do when you see them. But one of the most important signals may be a mystery until it is lit up on your dashboard: the SRS light. WHAT IS THE SRS LIGHT? The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is the technical name for the system that controls the airbags and automatic seatbelt restraints. The SRS is meant to supplement to the basic function of seatbelts and is considered a passive restraint system–you don’t have to do anything to activate it. The system automatically detects things like de ... read more