Walnut Creek Auto Repair

Buying a pre-owned car from people you don't know can be a little unsettling. The car's appearance may look fantastic, but how do you know whether the inside is just as great? They may tell you all the great things that their vehicle has to offer, but what about the bad? There's no doubt that you may have missed a thing or two, no matter how close you looked at. This is how a pre-purchase inspection from Oakmont Auto Care may benefit you.    Cars are a considerable investment, and you don't want to end up forking out hundreds or thousands repairing a vehicle you just bought. A pre-purchase inspection allows prospective buyers (and even sellers) to establish full transparency in the transaction. Whenever you bring a used car into our Walnut Creek auto shop for this service, our professional team will conduct a comprehensive multi-point inspection and test all the important systems for their function. Then, we can even take it for a test drive. At the end of i ... read more

Dirty fuel injectors can alter the performance of your car dramatically. Knowing and noticing these signs of a bad fuel injector and attending to them ASAP can save you a lot of trouble in the long run.    Signs of a Bad Fuel Injector Rough Idling - If your car is faltering when you are at a stopped position, it can mean that your fuel injectors are overworked. You are also likely to undergo engine stalling when rough idling. Engine stalling is an abrupt drop in (RPMs) paired with a loud engine sound. Poor Gas Mileage - If you can barely reach the MPG manufacturers suggest for your car, you should probably check your fuel injectors. A drop in fuel efficiency is an obvious indication of lousy fuel injectors. RPMs Needle Going Crazy - Your dashboard has an RPM needle, and if it is moving spontaneously, then it's a good sign that your fuel injectors need replacing. Car Failing to Start - The fuel injectors are in charge of bringing the gasoline to your engine. If the ... read more

Correctable violations (also known as "fix-it" tickets) are widespread here in the state of California. If a police officer pulls you over and notices a mechanical failure with your vehicle, they will likely give you another citation for your negligence. After the incident, you will usually be granted a certain amount of days to have the problem repaired, or else the situation will escalate. If you take care of it on time, you won't be subject to the entire citation charge.    In all honesty, you don't want to pay more than you have to. Instead, it's best to get your mechanical problem fixed. Plus, you may be at risk of acquiring another violation in the future, so you will have to get it done eventually. As a result of the violation, you may also be subject to other painful consequences like traffic school and points on your record that can increase your insurance costs. Here is a list of popular "fix-it" tickets that you might receive in W ... read more

You may have seen some of these illuminated symbols on your dashboard when you start your car. While these lights usually come off right after, drivers should still learn the different dashboard lights and their meaning. One of these pesky lights may pop up and not go away until it gets the necessary fix at some point in your vehicle ownership.    Warning lights on the dashboard are simply warning alerts. If one of the lights lingers, your car has a problem that needs to be inspected and repaired. Dashboard warning lights may vary by vehicle, so you refer to your owner's manual to see your vehicle-specific lights. Also, you can refer to this blog for a quick guide on the most prevalent warning lights!   Check Engine Light The check engine light usually means that there's something wrong with the engine combustion process. It might have to do with the ignition, fuel injection, or emission control. Even if your car appears to be running fine, you need to get t ... read more

It's officially Fall, and there are a lot of fun activities you can do with your friends and family in the Walnut Creek, CA area. Whether you are looking to party or enjoy a family-friendly event, there's something for everybody. We've compiled a list of upcoming events in the area to help you plan out your days.   Trunk or Treat & Octoberfest  October 30, 4:00 -6:00 PM Saint Matthew Lutheran Church 399 Wiget Ln, Walnut Creek, CA Free community event with food, candy, and games Halloween Party! Rock With You - The Michael Jackson Tribute! October 30, 8:00 PM – October 31, 1:30 AM  Broadway Club, 1324 Broadway Plaza Purchase tickets online Tri-Valley Halloween Con Sun, Oct 31, 10 AM – 4 PM PDT Shannon Community Center, 11600 Shannon Ave, Dublin, CA Tickets are $12, and kids under 10 are free.  Toys, all things pop culture, collectibles, anime, LEGO, comics, art and much more will be featured at the family-friendly show presente ... read more