Car windows

Automotive windows are one of those things that you take for granted, until something goes wrong. One of the more irritating issues a window can develop, is dislocating from its track while attempting to roll it up or down. Why does this happen, and how do you fix it? At South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD, we’ve got answers to your questions and solutions to your problems.

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If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck. If you do, then you probably know the difference between a job done, a job done well, and a job done perfectly. At South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD, we strive for the latter.

Brakes

At South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, we know that in order to keep your car in good shape, it helps to know how it works. Here’s a quick rundown of a system that’s very important, but you take for granted until there’s a problem; your brakes.

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Routine maintenance can lead us to discover all kinds of things you would think are obvious but as drivers with a routine, we simply get in and drive. We may think that if the lights come on and the car starts there are no issues, but at South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown we know what to look for and when to ask questions.  When your vehicle is pulling to one side there are several possibilities.

tires

Tires are often neglected, but easy to maintain. As long as they work, most people don’t really think about them. However, if you take care to properly maintain your vehicle and your tires, they will last much, much longer. At South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD, we see all too often the results of poor tire maintenance, and the result is expensive new tires. Here’s what you can do to make sure you don’t become part of that statistic.

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When it comes to transmissions, your fluid level is essential. Too much or too little fluid can affect pressure, cooling abilities, and lubrication. In order to best care for your vehicle, it's important to know what to look for, so from our shop here at South Mountain Collision & Auto Center here are a few tips. 

With AAA, roadside assistance, and the decreasing ability of people to fix and maintain their own vehicles, there are a lot of people on the road today who don’t know how to change a tire. Removing your wheel and replacing it with your spare may seem like a daunting task, but with this guide from South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD, you’ll have the knowledge you need when you find yourself in a bind.

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Is your car, truck, or SUV experiencing transmission failure? At South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD, we’re here to help. You have a variety of options as to how to handle your failed transmission and knowing your options will help you to make an informed decision.

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