RELIANT AUTO REPAIR BLOG

Your automobile's air conditioning is normally taken for granted – until it fails in hot weather. The last thing you want is to be in a car that blows hot air out of the vents during summer. Or in a car with no air conditioning at all. Why Your Air Conditioning Is Not...

It is best practice to ensure that your car engine is always in pristine working order to avoid the risk of the astronomical cost (in most cases) of engine replacement or repair. Vehicle manufacturers design and manufacture their engines to run for as long as 200,000...

For coupons and deals on auto repair and maintenance, see the Reliant Auto Repair website. Reliant Auto Repair goes that extra mile to save you a little cash with very fair everyday rates on repair and maintenance. When in San Jose, CA, Reliant Auto Repair is the...

The best place to fix your auto in San Jose is Reliant Auto Repair. Sure, they have honest, talented auto mechanics, but they also have special deals on car maintenance and repairs! Fix Auto San Jose When you need to fix your car in San Jose, CA, you don’t have to try...

Car repair cost will depend on a lot of factors. Of course, what is being replaced drives the end price, but so does the labor hour charge and how that labor is calculated. Here are some tips on costs and what you can do to keep your car repair costs down. Car Repair...

There are a multitude of complaints about auto repair at auto dealerships. There are times, though, when using a dealership for repair is the better choice for your car. Here is more information on when to use local, independent auto repair and when to take it to the...

If you know a repair is coming up soon, you can shop around for car parts. You can give them to your mechanic to install on your car. However, there are some expensive downsides to buying your own parts. Car Parts Not all car parts are created equally and not all...

Replacing a timing belt can be a very expensive operation in some cars, but not replacing it can sometimes be catastrophic for your car. You need to know when you need to replace it before you destroy your engine. Replace Timing Belt The timing belt rotates parts of...

Your mechanic likely has the talent of a demigod, because, of course, you have your vehicles repaired at Reliant Auto Repair! But, not everyone has a great experience with their mechanic or with their car. It can be so bad that somebody writes a joke about them. Here...

A mechanic can be one of the most significant business relationships in your financial life. It’s also a relationship you shouldn’t wait to establish or investigate until you have a problem. A trusted mechanic saves you money by establishing a preventive maintenance...

Replace the alternator or should you replace the battery? That is the question. You know your car quit starting, but it is tricky to figure out what part is causing it. You don’t want to buy a brand new battery if it is not the one that is causing your starting...

A car check up should be put on your schedule because summer is almost here. The heat of summer can sometimes be just the thing an old car battery or part is waiting for. If you stay on top of your seasonal car inspection then you probably won’t find yourself on the...

Oh, no, the car AC is not cold! Now that the weather is warming up, you’re going to need your car’s air-conditioning. If it seems like it just isn’t as cold as it used to be, there might be some easy fixes. So, check a few of these items before you run to the auto...

If your car engine fails and it makes more sense to buy one rather than rebuild, you are not limited to the local market. Sure, you should try to source locally, but you need to look in a couple of other key places, also, to make sure you’re getting the best price....

If your transmission is slipping then bigger trouble is about to arrive soon. Transmissions will start slipping before they break. It is just a matter of time. Know these signs so that you know if you need to get to the auto mechanic quickly to have them fix the minor...

An engine block crack is one expensive proposition. There are some things you can do to avoid having this happen to you. Engine Block The engine block is a cast iron case that contains the valves and protects your engine from heat. This crankcase is lubricated so that...