Slipping, a high or low engagement point, difficulty shifting, or a burning smell. Catching wear early lets you address it on your schedule. […]
Signs Your Clutch Is Starting to Wear Out
Category: Auto Repair
The PCV Valve: Small Part, Real Consequences
A failing PCV valve can cause a rough idle, oil leaks from built-up pressure, or a check engine light. Checking it is usually quick and affordable. […]
Don’t Forget Your Parking Brake
Parking brakes that sit unused can seize or corrode, particularly given Middle Tennessee humidity. Occasional use actually keeps the system healthy. […]
Your Gas Cap: A Small Part That Trips the Check Engine Light
Before you worry about an expensive repair, it is worth knowing that a loose or cracked gas cap is one of the most common causes of that light. […]
Columbia’s Go-To Auto Repair Shop for Spring Service
Spring is one of the busiest seasons at Exhaust Plus Auto Center, and we love it. There’s something deeply satisfying […]
Cooling System Check: Don’t Let a Tennessee Summer Catch You Off Guard
Columbia, Tennessee does not ease into summer. By late May, temperatures are regularly pushing 85 degrees. By July, we’re deep […]
Spring Rains Are Coming — Here’s How to Make Sure Your Car Is Ready
Spring in Middle Tennessee means rain — sometimes a lot of it. The Duck River basin around Columbia sees some […]
Spring Has Arrived in Columbia — Is Your Car Ready for It?
Spring comes fast in Maury County. One week it’s cold and gray, the next the dogwoods are blooming and you’re […]
Beat the First Heatwave: Why Late February is Perfect for an A/C Check
Before we know it, those humid Tennessee spring days will be here. Before you need to blast the A/C for […]
That Sweet Smell Might Be a Mechanical Risk
If you are driving around Columbia this February and notice a distinct, sweet smell inside your vehicle—almost like maple syrup—it […]