Jim Nelson I’m sure you have noticed the increase in fuel efficient vehicles being sold in the last few years. The main reason for this is Direct Fuel Injection Systems. It’s basically a gasoline engine operating like a diesel with spark plugs. The problems with these new systems has been an increase in very heavy deposits on … Read more
This Bug was on a local errand when it suddenly jerked a couple times then drove fine. On her way back from her destination it just died. It would turn over but not start and everything they could check looked fine. They towed it to their regular maintenance shop where they informed her it … Read more
Differential? What’s that? And what’s it for? I’ve been told by my service advisor that I need to get it serviced, but is that on the level? Do these questions sound familiar? They’re not uncommon for Pewaukee auto owners. A lot of us in Pewaukee don’t know what a differential is or what it’s for. … Read more
Your vehicle’s suspension system has two essential jobs: to prevent the passengers from getting tossed around inside the vehicle every time it hits a bump in the road and to keep the tires firmly planted on the road around every corner and over every bump. To see your suspension system, you’ll have to look under … Read more
Unless you live in Death Valley, you really don’t hear much any more about cars overheating. That’s because cooling systems in vehicles have been much improved. That doesn’t mean you can’t overheat your Sedan engine, though. Without proper preventive maintenance, you could still find yourself on the side of the expressway in Pewaukee waiting for … Read more
When Pewaukee drivers talk about vehicle safety, they think of tires and brakes. But do we think about our windshields? Isn’t the ability to see a prime safety factor when it comes to driving around WI? Yet we often don’t even notice our windshields until we can’t see through them, or until our wiper blades … Read more
Your Sedan’s exhaust system is more than just a tailpipe and a muffler. In fact, it is one of the most complex systems on your Sedan. Maintaining it is good Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee auto advice for Pewaukee drivers, but it’s also good health advice and good environmental advice. The exhaust system includes your emissions … Read more
For the past 10 months, this beautiful car has driven the Mercedes dealer and a body shop nuts over an intermittent blowing air pump fuse after some minor body work and a new air pump installation . Not very long after the initial repair, this fuse would blow and turn on the check engine light. … Read more
A good suspension system gives a vehicle a smooth, even ride while providing Pewaukee drivers with good handling and control. But like any system on your Sedan, important parts of the suspension system can wear out, leading to a lower ride quality and safety concerns. So it’s a good idea for Pewaukee auto owners to … Read more
Road trip, anyone? Nothing spoils a great vacation for us Pewaukee car owners then ending up stranded on the side of the road or spending a week in a rundown motel while our vehicle sits in the shop. Long days on the road can bring out the worst in your vehicle, so before you leave, … Read more