Brooklyn Park Auto Repair

3 Reasons Why Your Check Engine Light May Come On This Spring The check engine light (CEL) or malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) serves as a warning that something within the vehicle requires attention. This warning light is known for its ambiguity as the culprit can be just about anything from a loose gas cap to engine misfires. Interestingly enough, the time of year could provide a clue in diagnosing the check engine light. Take Minnesota’s brutal winter months, for example. Extreme cold and excessive idling from winter warm-ups can be hard on your vehicle. So once the weather begins to shift, it’s not uncommon to see the check engine light. If you’re looking for a check engine light diagnostic, near Coon Rapids, MN, AutoPro's state-of-the-art diagnostics and ASE-certified technicians will determine what's causing the warning to activate. Call to schedule your diagnostic service at: (763) 703-6172 or keep reading to learn 3 c ... read more

Power Steering Service to Stay on Track and In Control Your car's power steering and suspension systems provide that effortless control you've come to count on when driving. In fact you probably don’t even think about steering - until you have a problem. If you think your power steering may be failing or you have any steering related issues, you can count on AutoPro to get your steering system inspected and repaired efficiently so that you can get back on the road safely.Our ASE-certified technicians will inspect your power steering belt and rack and pion system for any damage that the steering failure may have caused. Any damaged power steering or suspension system components will be repaired or replaced with superior NAPA branded parts. Fluids will be topped off to replace any that leaked out during the failure. We will flush and replace the fluid if your vehicle is due for a hydraulic power steering flush ... read more

Don’t Let Car Warning Lights Spook You When the check engine light glows in your vehicle's dash, it can be downright chilling. But this message from your vehicle isn’t always something sinister. The key is to have any warning lights looked at right away. It’s when you run and hide from them, that scary things can develop. Professional Diagnostics Will Unmask Anything Nefarious If you’re looking for check engine light diagnosis and repair near Coon Rapids, MN, AutoPro's state-of-the-art diagnostics and ASE-certified technicians will accurately determine what's causing the warning to illuminate or flash. We’ll thoroughly explain our findings and make any repairs necessary to get you back on the road safely. To schedule an appointment, contact AutoPro Auto Service at (763) 703-6172. Or keep reading to learn more about the check engine light and common causes of this warning message.   How the Check Engine ... read more

Don’t let the sweltering heat ruin your next big adventure. Get ready for your summer road trip with auto air conditioning repair. AutoPro’s experienced ASE-certified technicians will thoroughly inspect and repair your AC so you can enjoy a cool, relaxing car ride, even in the peak of summer. Step 1: Auto Air Conditioning Inspection Our Auto Air Conditioning Inspection Includes: Inspection of core AC components including: compressor, evaporator, hoses, and fittings Check for leaks, damage or excessive wear and tear to any AC components Test of Overall AC performance and temperature output Check refrigerant levels System pressure check Step 2: Auto Air Conditioning Repair or Recharge If our inspection reveals that your AC unit needs a repair or recharge, our service team will provide a detailed estimate, and will only begin repairs when you are ready. Once you give us the approval to move forward with the AC repair, here is wh ... read more

This blog is especially timely, especially this year with all the snow.  Your friends at AutoPro auto service in Brooklyn Park want you to be prepared! We are your local source for expert car repair in Brooklyn Park, Champlin and Fridley. Next time you need car service, truck repair or SUV repair call AutoPro Auto Service in Brooklyn Park and get the job done right! Today we are going to start a series on Winter driving that includes “what to do if you get stuck in the ditch” in a Metropolitan area like the Twin Cities followed with what to do if you are traveling “in the sticks” and you get stuck.   This will include Winter driving preparedness tips including some survival know how! So you are thinking about driving in the Twin Cities Metro during a stormy winter morning.  The weather guys on the TV said stay home.  That’s the first thing to consider.  Planning ahead, if you can wait to drive then by all means do so ... read more

Our last blog contained some great trips about getting your car ready for a Winter storm!  Today we are going to discuss  Winter travel tips to keep you and your family safe! If you are from Minnesota, you have probably noticed it's much more treacherous to drive when the temperature is at or near freezing.  Why?  On roadways, water forms when temps rise above 32 and can create new ice conditions when the temp drops below 32! Do you know what tends to freeze first?  Bridges and overpasses.  This is because they freeze from both the top and the bottom!  So be aware!  Also, low-lying areas and shadowed areas can attract ice because the temps may be cooler! If you accumulated a lot of snow on your vehicle from being parked outside during a snow-storm, be sure to remove all the extra snow so that you can be seen and see everyone else clearly!  We’ve all seen the big truck driving down the highway with a cloud of blowing snow bl ... read more

Winter Storm Coming?  Here’s some tips to get your car and yourself ready!!!  1) Check your fuel gauge!  you don't want to start the day with a fresh blanket of snow and an empty tank! fill your tank up in advance that does a couple of things first you know you've got enough gas to keep warm in case you have and they counter with a ditch and secondly each tank of of gas $20 worth 20 gallons worth will add about 120 pounds of gasoline to the rear axle for more traction!  2) Be ready for drive combat!  Get ready for snowy driving by having your car facing forward into the street so you can push through any drifts or snow plow residue rather than having to back into it! facing forward gives you the momentum that you might need just to get out of the driveway!  3) Most folks don't think about checking their windshield wiper reservoir before a big storm!  Make sure that your reservoir is full.  Windshield fluid is ... read more

Photo by Lucas Ludwig on Unsplash   Welcome to the new blog for May! It’s been a slow process coming back from the pandemic, and some places are still struggling. That’s eaten into people’s spring break time and our sense of adventure. We hope you’ve had some safe experiences out this spring.    If you haven’t (due to being busy), we’d like to offer you a chance at your own badly-needed break. Here are five great suggestions that we’ve pulled from Minnesota Monthly’s Guide to Spring Getaways. Consider making one of these trips as a weekend excursion!   H ... read more

Welcome to our new blog! This month, we’re talking about what fluid exchanges, or flushes, can do for the life of your vehicle. Do you want your car to last a lifetime? Replacing fluids is the key to having a reliable car to go to work, school, vacation, or other activities. Why walk when we have a perfectly sustainable car?  Here are four things fluid exchanges can do for your car: Exchanges prolong the life of your car - Fluids are a secret to longevity for your vehicle. If you would like to extend your car’s life, you must focus on the fluids. Changing your fluids is highly recommended. The reality is how many miles you have accumulated and the years will add up, and if the fluids are not functional, this will cause significant damage to your car. Add a regular schedule to have your fluid changes and a car’s maintenance routine, and you will absolutely improve your car’s life.  They prevent damage to systems - A car’s fluid is vital to an au ... read more

Welcome to March! With spring on the way, you’re likely thinking of what you can do to make a fresh start in your life. Spring means renewal, but it also means accepting that the season of an old favorite is gone and past. If your car is on the cusp of turning over the 100,000 miles mark on the speedometer, it might be time to start putting some serious thought into how you can preserve your car and keep it going for years to come. At AutoPro, we don’t get asked this enough, but we do have some ideas about how to keep your car going for the years to come: Preventative Maintenance - This is the biggest issue to preserving a car. With each service you order from us, we inspect your vehicle and report our findings to give you a long-term diagnosis of your vehicle’s health. Fluid Replacement - Your car builds up lots of invaders in its systems that can damage it down the road. You can tackle this problem by ordering a flush and getting ... read more