Albany Auto Repair

Tire rotation is one of those maintenance items that are easy to overlook, yet can cost quite a bit of money if not done on regular basis. At Adams Autoworx in Albany we recommend tire rotation every 6 months. So in many cases, you can combine it with an oil change, and get both done during a single visit. Tire rotation evens our tire wear – that’s its claim to fame. Tires wear unevenly, so rotating tires evens out the wear. It also improves ride quality and vehicle handling, but extending tire life is a huge benefit. Since tire rotation makes tires last longer, your vehicle can go longer without needing new tires. With inflation increasing prices of everything, including tires, being able to extend tire life is a clear benefit for your wallet. Another reason why we recommend regular tire rotation is the small print you likely missed when you purchased your new tires. What small print?!  Tire manufacturers require regular tire rotation in order to maintain tire milea ... read more

Whether you drive a 2005 Ford F-150 experiencing engine problems or a 2004 model with transmission or drivetrain issues, Adams Autoworx Albany is your go-to place. We offer comprehensive Ford F-150 maintenance services and repairs, including brake service and repair, transmission service and repair, engine repair and replacement, a/c system maintenance and repair, and auto electrical system diagnostics and repairs. Whatever ails your F-150, our technicians, certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), have decades of F-150 repair experience, and will get your truck back in top shape. We offer priority fleet service if you own a fleet of F-150 or F-250 Ford pickup trucks. Whether you are using your F-150 in your trade, or simply as a weekend off-road vehicle, regular oil changes are crucial. With each oil change you not only get a better performing vehicle, but it extends engine life as well, and we will perform a complimentary digital ... read more

At  Adams Autoworx in Albany we offer a variety of services, including auto air conditioning repair. When the days get hot, it may come as a nasty surprise that your car's air conditioning system is blowing warm air.. That's why we recommend that you get your ac system checked out before the hot days come. At a minimum, turn it on while running an errand, and check if it's providing sufficient quantity of cold air. If not , call our Albany auto repair shop for an appointment

Adams Autoworx Albany offers a wide range of automotive services and repairs, including oxygen sensor replacement. You vehicle’s onboard computer receives information from the oxygen sensor about the amount of oxygen in the exhaust fumes. This information is used to make real-time adjustments to make sure that the air-gasoline mixture is optimal for power, fuel economy and emissions. The typical lifespan of an oxygen sensor is 30,000–50,000 miles. It may seem like it should last much longer – it’s just a sensor, no moving parts, right? Well, the reason for its relative short lifespan is the environment – oxygen sensor operates under high temperatures, and is also subject to bombardment not only by hot exhaust gases, but also by high velocity particulates. So how do you know that the oxygen sensor may need replacement? If you notice decreased fuel efficiency, rough idle, poor acceleration, black smoke from the exhaust, loss of engine power, or the check e ... read more

Timing belts need replacement, but timing chains?! Unfortunately they do. While timing chains typically last much longer than timing belts, a timing chain may require a replacement. The typical reason for replacement is that the timing chain has stretched and can no longer provide proper timing for the camshaft and the crankshaft. Some vehicles, in particular Audi, are known to suffer from stretched timing chains. At Adams Automotive Albany we offer comprehensive car maintenance services and repairs, including timing chain replacement. The good news about timing chain replacement is that unlike timing belts, timing chains can give you warning when they are about to fail: Rattling noise when idling is an important sign that your vehicle’s timing chain may need replacement. Engine misfires or does not provide normal acceleration power Metal shavings found in engine oil can indicate timing chain problem If you notice any of the above symptoms, call Adams Autoworx Albany right aw ... read more