Posted on 11/6/2018
Your car's cooling system is one of the most important parts of the vehicle. It cycles coolant from the radiator through the engine to maintain consistent and safe running tempera ... read more
Posted on 10/9/2018
We work on a lot of hybrid and electric vehicles here at San Francisco Automotive Solutions. You might even say we’re a hybrid specialist becau ... read more
Posted on 9/19/2018
The more modern your vehicle, the more advanced (and specific) your dashboard warning lights or onboard display notifications will be. Your vehicle has many different sensors placed strategically throughout different systems such as the engine ... read more
Posted on 8/28/2018
All vehicles manufactured after 1980 will include oxygen (O2) sensors. Their main purpose is to ensure that your engine is running its best by monitoring the relative amount of oxygen in the system. Oxygen sensors are connected directly to the car's co ... read more
Posted on 8/7/2018
Not everybody realizes just how important your exhaust system is to the overall health and performance of your car. It diverts harmful fumes and toxins away from your engine before bu ... read more
Posted on 7/10/2018
Your vehicle's suspension system not only provides a smoother ride when you are driving down the road, but it also helps other key components (engine, transmission, drive train, wheel ... read more
Posted on 6/19/2018
Your vehicle has several different types of filters in it that keep certain systems running as cleanly as possible. They filter out dirt, debris and other contaminants that can do harm. Here are the standard filters you should know about: Engine A ... read more
Posted on 6/12/2018
It's a term you might hear any time you visit an auto repair shop, but what is wheel alignment all about and why is it necessary? In the simplest of terms ... read more
Posted on 5/22/2018
Everybody knows about the “check engine” light on their dashboard. And depending on the sophistication of your car’s computer and the warning light display itself, tha ... read more
Posted on 5/15/2018
The alternator is a relatively simple, yet critical component within any gasoline-powered vehicle. Electric vehicles and most hybrids will not have an alternator because they have different battery systems. Ultimately, the alternator recycles power to and ... read more