Automobile Diagnostics
3180 Washington St, Columbus, IN 47201 812.372.7396

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Questions to Ask Your Automobile Diagnostics Service Advisor

A lot of  service and repair customers in Columbus are a little tentative when they talk with their automotive advisors. They want to ask questions but don't want to be embarrassed or to seem pus...
Published on: Jan 26, 2025

Command Performance (Engine Air Filter)

The internal combustion engine in your vehicle counts on two things that mix together to be burned in the engine for power: fuel and air.  Both are important, of course.  If you run out of f...
Published on: Aug 11, 2024

Avoiding Exhaustion (EGR Valve Replacement)

No, ERG isn’t the sound a pirate makes.  It’s a part in your vehicle that recirculates exhaust gas to reduce certain gases and pollutants in the atmosphere.  In fact, ERG stands ...
Published on: Aug 04, 2024

Care About Your Spare (Spare Tire Care)

Most of us don't worry about getting a flat tire. After all, it rarely happens, and if it does, we might think we can just call someone and have them put on the spare. That's all fine and dandy if you...
Published on: Jan 30, 2024

The Problems with a Cream Puff (Dormant Vehicles)

You may own a vehicle that you only drive occasionally.  Maybe it is a summer day cruiser, an off-roader, or vacation hauler.  Here are some things you need to know about a vehicle that does...
Published on: Dec 18, 2023

Things to Know About the Cost of Auto Repair

Profit margins in the automotive service industry are a lot narrower than many people imagine. Cars are far more complex, thus the tools and diagnostic equipment are also more complicated and expensiv...
Published on: Nov 15, 2023

Simple Answers from Automobile Diagnostics in Columbus: Winter Tires

Question What is the benefit of winter tires? Answer This is a good question.  Most new vehicles come with all-season tires that work pretty well in the winter conditions many people encounter...
Published on: Sep 09, 2023

Deep Breathing in Columbus: Engine Air Filter

Your engine really needs clean air to operate efficiently: it takes about twelve thousand gallons of air to burn a gallon of gas in your engine.  And clean air is much better than dirty. When yo...
Published on: Aug 23, 2023