Stockton Auto Repair

Your car, truck, or SUV can emit smells for various reasons. Some of them may pass, and you might not ever catch them again, while some other odors can linger. One problematic scent we will discuss today is the rotten eggs stench. If you smell a rotten egg or sulfur-like smell coming from your car, it can indicate several problems, ranging from minor to severe. Here are some possible reasons why your vehicle may have a foul egg smell: Faulty catalytic converter: The catalytic converter converts harmful gases into harmless ones before they leave your car's exhaust system. It can cause a rotten egg smell if it fails, as the catalyst doesn't correctly alter the exhaust fumes. Overheating engine: An overheating engine can also produce a sulfur smell, which can be a sign of a coolant leak. Most commonly, we find that coolant will leak into the engine's combustion chamber to produce the scent. Broken fuel pressure regulator: A fractured fuel pressure regulator can lead to exc ... read more

Toole’s Garage in Stockton is a family owned and operated independent auto care facility that can provide your Toyota with full range of services and repairs, including ignition coil replacement. Ignition coils play vital role in your vehicle’s life – they transform low voltage electricity into high voltage electricity that’s required for the spark plugs to generate the sparks that ignite air-fuel mixture in the cylinders. When ignition coils start failing, spark plugs do not get the high voltage electricity they require, and your Toyota will likely suffer engine misfires, and the onboard computer will illuminate the check engine light. Fortunately ignition coil replacement is not a complex repair, and parts are readily available, so our nationally ASE certified technicians can usually perform diagnostics and repairs in a single day. You can drop off your vehicle in the morning, and pick it up in the afternoon fixed and ready to serve you well. All repairs per ... read more

Your car battery is a vital component of your vehicle's electrical system. It provides the power necessary to start your engine and run various electrical systems, such as the lights and radio. To ensure reliable car starts and optimal battery life, it's essential to know how to keep your battery in good shape.  Here are some tips for keeping your vehicle's battery healthy: Check Your Battery Regularly It's essential to check your battery regularly, especially before a long trip. Look for any signs of damage, such as cracks or leaks, and ensure the terminals are clean and free of corrosion. Corrosion can prevent the battery from charging properly and lead to decreased performance. Keep Your Battery Charged To keep your battery healthy, it's important to keep it charged. If your car is not driven often, you may need to use a battery charger to keep the battery charged. You can also prevent battery drain by turning off electrical systems whe ... read more

Audi timing belt replacement is a normal part of maintenance. But what if your Audi has a timing chain, not a timing belt? Timing chains are supposed to last for the lifetime of the vehicle, right?  The short answer is “yes and no”. In principle, a timing chain should last for as long as the car is drivable. But in real life, we run into problems that shorten the useful lifespan of a timing chain. As a result, the need for timing chain replacement for your Audi is a real possibility. Timing chains rarely break, but they do stretch. A stretched timing chain (or incorrectly functioning timing chain tensioner) can result in a failure to synchronize opening and closing of the valves with the movement of the pistons. If they get out of synch, it could cause catastrophic engine damage. Signs of a loose timing chain: The engine is rattling while idling or during startup: You know what your car should sound like when you start it. If you hear a rattle on sta ... read more

Your Subaru was not just designed to shield you from the summer sun but also to keep you cool when the weather is hot. All you have to do is to get in the car, turn on the AC and wait for cool air to be distributed in the cabin. Unfortunately, this may not always be the case as your AC may stop working. Quite often you can resolve the problem by getting a Subaru AC refill service to get the a/c system blowing cool air again. How your Subaru’s AC system works Like most vehicles, your Subaru comes with an air conditioning system that uses a refrigerant to provide cool air. The refrigerant is a gas, it is converted to liquid under pressure, and as it flows through the high and low pressure parts of the a/c system, it changes between gas and liquid state, and these changes create cooling effect.   By design, the refrigerant in your vehicle should never run out. If the refrigerant ever runs low, it’s likely because there’s a leak. At Toole’s ... read more

Many Subaru owners do everything they know when it comes to maintaining their vehicle except to change the spark plugs. Spark plugs are easy to overlook. Most of the time, they simply ignite the air-fuel mixture in the combustion engine that makes your vehicle run, and we don't give them a second thought. Because of the role they perform, they must be in good condition all the time, otherwise your vehicle’s engine might not function properly. Signs your Subaru spark plugs need replacement Here are the top signs that indicate spark plugs may have reached the end of their life: Check engine light comes on If your spark plugs are failing, you Subaru’s onboard computer will turn on the check engine light. You may also notice engine misfires.   Starting troubles A telltale sign that your spark plugs are bad is when you experience troubles starting your Subaru. Since this component is responsible for providing the ... read more

If you’re like most vehicle owners, you probably dread the check engine light on your dashboard popping on. This is mostly because the light could mean many things, some which are easy to fix while others may involve costly repairs. The light essentially means that your Subaru’s onboard diagnostics system has detected a malfunction that you need to have checked out and fixed as soon as possible. To know exactly what your Subaru’s computer is trying to tell you when the check engine light comes “on”, you need to have a mechanic run diagnostics test using specialized software. Toole’s Garage Stockton provides comprehensive engine diagnostics and repairs, including full range of check engine light diagnostics. If the check engine light is flashing, stop the cars in a safe spot, and turn off the engine. Tow the car to your local mechanic for repairs. Driving your Subaru while the check engine light is flashing can cause expensive damage. Commo ... read more

Headlight restoration is the process of restoring the clarity of your car's headlights, making them look like new. Over time, the plastic lens of your headlights can become hazy and yellowed, reducing their brightness and making it harder for you to see while driving at night. In this blog, we'll discuss why headlight restoration is important and the benefits of getting it done. Why Are Headlight Restorations Important? The main reason why headlight restoration is important is that it improves visibility while driving at night. When your headlights are hazy and yellowed, they don't provide enough light to see the road ahead, putting you and other drivers at risk. A well-restored headlight provides better visibility, making it easier for you to see and be seen by other drivers. This increases your safety on the road and reduces the chances of an accident. Last but not least, a well-maintained vehicle not only performs better but also looks better. Yellowed and hazy h ... read more

Toole’s Garage Stockton offers broad range of automotive repairs, including Audi engine repair. Diagnosing and repairing engine problems requires highly refined skills, especially when dealing with fine German engineering. Fortunately, our technicians are not only equipped with state-of-the-art digital diagnostic tools, but also possess extensive knowledge as validated by their certification through the  National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). When your Audi develops engine issues, bring it to our Stockton auto care facility, and we will get the problem diagnosed and fixed, so your Audi can server you reliably for years to come. Engine problems can be caused by age, overheating, timing belt or timing chain issues, lack of regular maintenance, or simply because of a defective part. While the car manufacturers have made tremendous improvements in the production quality, sometimes an inferior part will get produced and slip through quality control. Fortunat ... read more

Even though Audi, along with many other manufacturers, has started using timing chains, there are still plenty of Audi vehicles that use the timing belt. It synchronizes engine’s camshaft and crankshaft, regulating the opening and closing of the valves and pistons. At Toole’s Garage Stockton we offer extensive Audi maintenance services and repairs, and timing belt replacement is among the most important. Due to old age and long usage, the timing belt may become worn out and will need to be replaced. One should never ignore a worn-out timing belt as it could break, results in potential engine damage. Given the severity of problems that a broken timing belt can generate, we highly recommend being proactive when it comes to timing belt replacement. The rule of thumb is that a timing belt should be replaced every 100,000 miles or so. But you should check Owner’s Manual for your particular model to find out at what intervals the timing belt should be replaced. As an alter ... read more