Automotive Repair

  • Is that Noise Coming from Your Radiator?

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    At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we know how irritating an issue with your car, truck, or SUV can be, even if it doesn’t immediately affect your vehicle’s performance. One such problematic issue, the excessively loud radiator cooling fan, is a common plague many automobile owners will experience.

  • It's More Than Just Looks - Maintaining Your Vehicle's Exterior

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    While keeping your car, truck, or SUV looking nice is important, there are other reasons to keep the exterior of your vehicle in good shape. From Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, here are some tips for keeping your car looking good, and how that keeps it reliably on the road.

  • Keep Your Replacement Transmission Running Smoothly

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    Once your transmission has been replaced and you’re shifting smoothly once more, you’ll probably want to keep it running smoothly. Here are some tips from Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA to help keep you reliably on the road.

  • Keep Your Vehicle Rolling for Miles to Come

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    At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, we know that the difference between a vehicle that runs for 80,000 miles and a vehicle that makes it to 400,000 miles depends on one thing; maintenance. Here are a few tips to avoid some of the most notorious vehicle killers out there.

  • Know Your Transmission's Warning Signs

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    At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we’ve seen a lot of worn out and tired transmissions. How do you know if it’s time to replace yours?

  • Let's Get to The Basics of Your Transmission

    The hydraulic system in your transmission is responsible for telling the mechanical components what to do, and when to do it. In order to better understand how your transmission works, it’s important to understand the mechanical components of it.

  • Maintaining the Cooling System in Your Vehicle

    Your vehicle's cooling system is one of the most important systems in your vehicle. Inside your engine, spark plugs ignite the fuel within the cylinders to produce small explosions that propel your vehicle down the road. With small explosions comes scorching temperatures that can destroy your engine if not controlled. There are two types of cooling systems - liquid-cooled and air-cooled. 

  • Maintaining the Suspension on Your Luxury Vehicle

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    At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, we specialize in detailed knowledge of complicated, performance systems. One such system, which is becoming ever more precise and complex, is the suspension on your car. Luxury and performance vehicles are innovators and leaders in the suspension field; and as such, it takes leading technicians to service them.

  • Maintaining Tires on Your Diesel Truck

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    Once you’ve got your new tires installed on your diesel truck, you’ll want to keep them in good shape. Tires aren’t difficult to maintain, and maintaining them correctly will dramatically increase their longevity. Inspection and maintenance are the two key components to making sure they last.

  • Maintaining Your Battery

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    At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we know how annoying a dead battery can be. Here’s some information on the subject, that will hopefully help you understand your battery issues a little better.

  • Maintaining Your Coolant System Year Round

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    Regardless of the weather, it's important to maintain your coolant system. At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, we offer the full range of coolant system services, from coolant testing to system flushing. Here’s what you need to know about servicing your cooling system.

  • Maintaining Your Radiator Hoses

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    Your radiator hoses are under a lot of pressure, in both the figurative and literal sense. From Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, here’s what you need to know about the radiator hoses on your car, truck, or SUV.

  • Make Your Vehicle Go The Extra Miles with Proper Maintenance

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    At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we know the key to making your vehicle last; good maintenance. An overwhelming percentage of the problems we see, especially the really catastrophic ones, are a result of poor maintenance. While properly maintaining a vehicle can seem like a bit of a hassle, it is absolutely worth the payoff. Good maintenance is the only difference between a car that lasts 80,000 miles and a car that lasts 400,000 miles. Preventative maintenance and repair when a problem occurs are your two concerns, and both will keep your car on the road far longer if observed properly.

  • New Engine or New Car - Weighing Out Your Options

    Engine Maintenance

    You’ve determined it’s time to get rid of the engine you have, along with all of its issues. You’re probably considering getting something new altogether, and you’re tired of this one giving you issues. Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA is here to help you make the call.

    If your car, truck, or SUV has really been put through the wringer, it might be time for a new one. However, before you decide to throw in the towel there are a few things you should consider.

  • New Truck or New Engine - Exploring Your Diesel Options

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    You have determined your Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke engine needs to be replaced. You might be on the fence about whether you should replace the engine in your diesel, or just get a new truck. At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we’re here to help.

  • Only the Best Team for Your Transmission

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    Transmission work is a world of precision and attention to detail. Transmission specialists, like the technicians at Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, chose to specialize in transmission work partly because they have a knack for both. It’s just one of the things that make us the best in the business.

  • Options for When Your Transmission Has Bit the Dust

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    Transmission failure is never a fun subject. But, if your transmission has finally bit the dust, don’t panic. Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA has the solutions you need that will save you time and money in the long run. We're here to help you explore all your options so you can make the best decision for you and your vehicle.

  • Planning a Trip? Let's Get You Ready!

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    If you're prepping to go on a road trip, you need to be sure that your vehicle is ready for the journey. An unmaintained vehicle could be the difference between a good trip and a trip that goes south really quickly. Here at Reeves Auto Repair, we want to remind you of some things to do so you and your vehicle are ready for the road. 

  • Prevent Your Transmission from Overheating

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    At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, we’ll explore a condition that has a lot of potentials to cause your transmission harm; overheating.

  • Prioritize Your Fuel System

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    Fuel Systems are particularly important on diesel trucks, whether you drive a Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge pickup. At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, fuel system maintenance and repair is a service we prioritize, since we know how essential a reliable fuel system is.

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