The Need for Speed (Wheel Speed Sensor Maintenance)
June 28, 2020
Today's vehicles have some pretty amazing technology in them, including a computerized braking system we all pretty much take for granted these days. Antilock brake systems (ABS) have been around for years but they help drivers stop in much shorter distances reliably than ever before. When you ... More
What to Do After You Buy a Used Vehicle in Walled Lake
August 3, 2019
So you've bought a used vehicle in the Walled Lake area. Do you know what you're getting? It is hard to know what you're getting because people in the Walled Lake area sell vehicles for different reasons. Think about why you've sold vehicles. Did you just want something new or were there problem... More
Braking News: Keep Your Stopping Power
August 2, 2019
Richard Petty once told AutoNetTV, You've gotta have good brakes. If you've got good brakes you can keep yourself out of a lotta trouble.That's why a regular brake inspection is on every Walled Lake driver's maintenance schedule. An inspection by your service advisor at ABC Auto Works will check... More
Hitting The Brakes In Walled Lake
May 8, 2019
Hello Walled Lake, let's talk about brakes. But the mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake pump and brake fluid. And then there are the tires, which are critical to the effectiveness of the brakes.Let's step back. A new vehicle or truck rol... More
Odometer Rollback on Your Walled Lake, Michigan Vehicle
April 24, 2019
How do Walled Lake drivers know if an odometer is telling the truth?Well, back in '86, Congress passed the Truth-in-Mileage Act to protect Michigan consumers against mileage fraud. It says a Michigan seller must certify the mileage reported is the actual mileage.To have your odometer checked in... More
Brake Service at ABC Auto Works in Walled Lake
April 10, 2019
Brakes really aren't optional equipment for Walled Lake drivers' vehicles. And taking care of them isn't optional either.A regular brake inspection is on every Michigan driver's vehicle maintenance schedule. At ABC Auto Works, our team will check your brake system and let you know if there are a... More
Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at ABC Auto Works
October 21, 2018
When it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Walled Lake drivers know how important it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, and they all need to be in good working order.The pads and sho... More
Used Cars: ABC Auto Works Advice on What to Do After You Buy
June 5, 2018
Used vehicles are certainly an economical choice for budget-conscious Walled Lake drivers. But how can we know we're getting a good used vehicle and not just inheriting someone else's problems?There are good used vehicles for sale in the Walled Lake area. Vehicles are sold when families upsize, w... More
Automotive Tips from ABC Auto Works: Rotor Problems
October 23, 2017
The brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your car when you are driving in Walled Lake.Rotors can warp, crack or become misaligned. They can also be damaged by worn out brake pads that scratch grooves into the surface. These conditions result in ... More
Hitting the Brakes in Walled Lake
October 18, 2017
Safety should always be an element of your vehicle care. So even if you don't care about how your vehicle looks, you should practice preventive maintenance to protect yourself and other Walled Lake drivers on the road. And good safety starts with good brakes.Brakes need a regular inspection. T... More