European & Japanese Experts
Shop stories, service tips, and import repair insights from Nelson’s Automotive.
A cleaner home for recent repair stories, maintenance advice, and updates from the Pewaukee shop.
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Mercedes SL 55AMG intermittent check engine light fix
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.…
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When Do My Shocks Need to be Replaced?
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…
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Road Trip: Be Ready for Anything With a Trip Inspection at Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee
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,…
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Coolant/Antifreeze Service At Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee
Anyone that drives a car in Pewaukee knows that engines get hot when they run. But did you know that engines need to be cooled to keep running? Heat inside an engine can cause the metal parts to expand, which can seize up an engine and make it stop running. It can even ruin the…
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Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Pewaukee: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee
Taking care of our tires is a vital part of car care for Pewaukee drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some essential preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve MPG and extend the life of the tires, so it’s well worth the effort and expense for…
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Super Slick at Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee in Pewaukee: Synthetic Oil
When you get an oil change, it’s always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the vehicle manufacturer recommends. But sometimes we’re asked if we’d like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more…
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