Albany Auto Repair

Ready for a smooth drive with a new ignition coil? When your car starts to stutter or won’t start at all, it may be time to replace your vehicle's ignition coil. At Adams Autoworx Albany we offer ignition coil replacement service to get your car running better. From diagnostics to quality parts to expert car care, our team will get your vehicle back in top shape. What is an Ignition Coil and Its Role in Your Vehicle? The ignition coil takes the low voltage from the battery and turns it into the high voltage needed to ignite the fuel-air mixture in the engine’s cylinders. In other words, the ignition coil will generate the voltage that allows the spark plugs to generate the sparks needed to ignite the fuel mixture. If the ignition coil is faulty it can cause misfires, poor engine performance, and difficulty starting your car. Other common  symptoms are reduced power, unusual vibrations, and a check engine light. Ignition coils can fail for many r ... read more

When your check engine light comes on, it is a cause for concern. When you vehicle's computer turn on the check engine light, it can mean anything from a loose gas cap to major engine problems. At Adams Autoworx Albany we can get your car in, diagnose and fix the problem, and have you back on the road.  How to Respond to a Blinking vs. Solid Check Engine Light The check engine light doesn’t always mean you need to pull over right away, but you should know what the different lights mean. If the check engine light is solid, it’s not as urgent. You can continue to drive for a short period, but schedule a diagnostic service as soon as possible to prevent further damage. A flashing check engine light is a serious problem. Pull to the side of the road as soon as it is safe to do so, and shut off the engine. Have your car towed to a professional mechanic. If you choose Adams Autoworx, you will find that our nationally ASE certified technicians will use ... 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

Vehicle Health Index is published by CarMD and they just released the latest list of the most frequent 2020  repairs that triggered the Check Engine Light. First position on the list is occupied by catalytic converter replacement. Sadly, this is due to large number of catalytic converter thefts. Second position on the list belongs to oxygen sensor replacement. This, again, is the results of catalytic converter thefts – very frequently oxygen sensor gets damaged when thieves steal the catalytic converter. (At Adams Autoworx Albany we highly recommend, and offer, installation of a catalytic converter shield which discourages theft). Items 3-6 are typ ... read more