Albany Auto Repair

Tesla vehicles are models of simplicity, with a lot of maintenance typical of conventionally powered vehicles made unnecessary by design. But tire rotation remains one of the services that are a necessity. As a matter of fact, because Tesla, like all EVs, is a heavy vehicle, regular tire rotation is of great importance. Tesla recommends tire rotation every 6250 miles or if the tread depth difference is 2/32 inches or more. Naturally, if you drive very aggressively, more frequent tire rotations may be necessary. Accelerated tire wear is a fact of life for EVs, so we recommend regular tire rotations to extend tire life. While driving a Tesla means that oil changes are a thing of the past, it’s easy to forget about tire rotation. Conventionally powered vehicles get tires rotated during an oil change. Your Tesla will need a tire rotation appointment. The good news is that tire rotation can be performed while you wait, so call our Albany auto care facility to schedule a time to get ... read more

Will your Prius Hybrid need water pump replacement? Chances are the answer is “Yes”.  There are two reasons for this assertion – Prius vehicles have multiple water pumps, and Prius vehicles last a long time. Put these two factors together, and Prius water pump replacement is almost a certainty. At Adams Autoworx Albany we offer comprehensive Prius services, including Prius water pump replacement. Our technicians are highly trained and intimately familiar with Prius vehicles. So whether your Prius needs replacement of the heater core pump, the inverter coolant pump, or the engine water pump, our nationally ASE certified technicians can diagnose the problem, and get your Prius ready for the road. Naturally we offer complimentary digital vehicle inspection with any service or repair, and all work performed at our Albany auto care facility is backed by industry leading 36 month / 36,000 mile nationwide warranty. Adams Autoworx in Albany is a family owned auto repai ... read more

Adams Autoworx Albany offers complete Prius services and repairs, including Prius head gasket replacement. Prius vehicles are known for their reliability, but as your Prius ages, it may need head gasket replacement. At Adams Autoworx we will verify that your Prius really needs head gasket replacement before we proceed with such major repair. Our technicians are nationally ASE certified and can diagnose any problem your vehicle may exhibit. Gen 3 Prius vehicles are particularly prone to head gasket problems, and at our Albany auto care facility we have both the experience as well as the tools to diagnose head gasket problems. Signs of potential head gasket failure: When the Prius engine has a misfire, the check engine light comes “on”. This does not necessarily mean that the head gasket needs replacement, but in most cases it does require a professional to diagnose the cause of the check engine light. When the head gasket fails, it allows coolant to seep into a cylinder ... read more

Fall Auto Tune Up in Albany, CA Most modern cars are self-tuning in large measure - the onboard computers adjust air intake, timing, richness of the air-fuel mixture, and many other parameters. So the traditional tune-up has become a thing of the past. Still we highly recommend a "Fall tune-up" - since there are still plenty of components and systems that need a professional mechanic to inspect, adjust, and make sure that the vehicle is ready for the wet roads that the Autumn brings.  When it comes to wet roads, first thing to check is the condition of the tires - the main concern is that the tread depth is sufficient to properly remove water from under the tires, to prevent hydroplaning and loss of control over the vehicle.  When talking about vehicle control, suspension needs to be checked as well, since worn suspension can significantly increase braking distance. While we are talking about braking distance, a brake inspection is a good idea as well ( unless yo ... read more

Prius vehicles have been with us forever, or so it seems. They are known for their reliability, and generally speaking, worry free operation. However, your Prius may need to have the inverter replaced at some point in time. In the past, Toyota issued a recall for inverter related problems, and hopefully your Prius has been to a dealership to have the work completed. Even so, there might have been thermal damage to the system that later results in inverter failure, or the inverter may fail simply because of age and use. So if at some point your Prius goes into neutral, and you notice hybrid system warning and power steering warning come “on”, there is a possibility that inverter replacement is in the cards. Naturally you will need a competent mechanic to diagnose the exact root cause of the warnings, so we recommend that  you bring your Prius to our Albany auto repair facility – our technicians, certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellen ... read more