Services
warranty, oil change, auto repair, brake service, tires, a/c service,
This was our first class. How it works. Bring your own car and our mechanics will go over basic maintenance with. Answer questions you have about your own car. I will be running three classes this fall. Stay tuned to sign up. $10 for two hours!!
Today we're talking about suspension integrity. Your skeletal structure provides the framework to hold up your body weight. Your joints cushion you as you walk and allow you to change direction. Your auto suspension system is similar: It bears the weight of your vehicle, controls the vehicle as you steer and absorbs bumps in the road.
Car suspension parts, like the bones in your body, are connected by joints that allow all the components to move as they should. Over time the suspension starts to become loose and the joints wear. Your suspension will stop operating as it should in turn reducing proper tire contact with the road. Running over a pothole, getting into an accident or hitting a curb can also damage or break auto suspension components.
Have you ever hurt your foot? Think about how you walk afterwards in an effort to keep from putting pressure on it. Overcompensate with a limp long enough and your ankle, knee, hip and even your back will start to hurt from the strain. The same thing happens in your car. When one joint or part is worn or damaged: it will stress everything else and can cause premature wear to the entire system.
Signs of suspension problems include vibration, uneven tire wear, pulling to one side, rattles or other strange noises.
If you think you may have a suspension problem, ask your NAPA AutoCare service advisor for an inspection of your suspension system. Have them check your alignment while they're at it. Request an auto repair quote and take care of any damaged or worn suspension components before they lead to future damage and more costly repairs.
We're often asked questions about the cooling system – the system that cools your engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature. Let's examine the topic in two areas: first the coolant itself and, second, the parts that make up the cooling system.
We’ve all heard that incredibly loud car going down the street that obviously needs a new muffler. But did you know that there is more to the exhaust system that just the muffler?
Your brakes are extremely important. Having good brakes just keeps you out of trouble. You'll want to carefully maintain your brakes. With disc brakes, brake pads rub on a disc – or rotor – to slow the wheels. The pads are attached to a calliper that squeezes the pads against the rotor. It's kind of like how squeezing the handbrake on a bicycle pushes the brake pads against the wheel of the bike.
You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing. Let's start with tire rotation. In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders because they handle much of the cornering forces in turns. Front-wheel drive vehicles have even more force on the front tires.
An oil change: Sounds simple, but there's some pretty important things to know about preventing oil sludge.
Automotive Services
in Sault Ste. Marie
As the most recommended auto repair shop for Sault Ste. Marie and area, we specialize in servicing all makes and models of vehicles, including diesel and RVs under 30 ft.
From tire alignment and brakes to transmission and exhaust repairs, we provide the services you need to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Click on an image below to learn more about how we can help repair your car, truck, or RV.
Oil Changes
Getting your vehicle's oil changed regularly (usually every 5,000 km or so) is extremely important. Using the wrong type of oil, or not getting the oil changed regularly, can seriously damage the lubrication system of your vehicle. Your Classic Automotive technicians can help you determine the right type of oil and maintenance schedule to prevent unnecessary repair in the future.
Suspension
A functioning suspension system ensures your vehicle can handle all the curves of the road, can accelerate and brake properly, and will absorb the road’s imperfections. If your vehicle shows signs of a faulty suspension system, such as premature tire wear or the front of the vehicle slumping when you brake, it may be time to take your vehicle in for diagnosis. The suspension system includes many intricate parts, so remember to follow your manufacturer’s guidelines or talk to us to learn about its proper maintenance. Let us help you weather the road’s challenges!
Electrical
Your car’s battery, starter, and alternator are essential to its proper function. As well as helping to start your car, your electrical system is necessary for powering your lights, ABS, climate control, and many other components of your vehicle. Get in touch with us to learn about how to keep your electrical system working optimally.
Air Conditioning
Proper inspection and maintenance of your air conditioning system year round can prevent expensive repairs in the future. Strange noises, odours, and lack of freshness may all indicate a faulty air conditioning system. To keep your vehicle cool and your system working at its best, talk to us.
Wheel Alignment
Every vehicle requires a specific wheel alignment to function at its best. Hitting potholes or driving over speed bumps may impact your vehicle’s alignment. If you notice your steering wheel vibrating or the car pulling to one side, your vehicle’s alignment may be off. It’s time to bring it in to get it properly checked!
Exhaust
The various parts that make up your exhaust system need to be regularly inspected and maintained. However, before servicing your exhaust system, you must service your engine. There are many possible signs you need to have your exhaust system serviced, including a noisy engine, decreased fuel efficiency, a burning or gas smell, and a dragging exhaust pipe. Bring your vehicle in to us if any of these issues arise, or to learn about proper exhaust system maintenance.
Brakes
As you probably realize, your brake system is an important safety feature of your vehicle; as such, it’s important to make sure all its parts are working properly. There are many signs of a failing brake system, such as your brake pedal being harder to push or your vehicle taking longer than normal to come to a stop. Replacing brake fluid regularly is one thing you can do to ensure your brake system keeps you safe. Let us help you figure out the right type of brake fluid for your vehicle and the proper maintenance needed to keep your system working well.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Regular inspection and maintenance of your tires will make them last longer, as well as make your drive smoother. You can inspect your vehicle’s tires on your own to make sure that there are no bulges or punctures, and you can top up the air when your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicates low air in your tires. We can help answer questions you may have about your tires. For example, in addition to synchronizing your TPMS with your vehicle’s central computer, we can can replace or change your tires seasonally and align them when necessary.
Seasonal Checkovers
Don’t wait for your vehicle’s dashboard indicator to go off before bringing your vehicle in for service. Classic Auto offers comprehensive seasonal services to ensure your vehicle can handle the unique challenges of Canadian weather. Let our Classic Auto technicians help you determine a maintenance schedule that reflects your vehicle’s manufacturer recommendations.
Roadside Assistance
The NAPA Emergency Roadside Assistance Program gives you that extra peace of mind you need on the road. Our program includes towing, battery boost, lock-out service, fluid delivery, and flat tire change. As soon as we’ve registered your vehicle, you’re covered automatically for six months!
Scanning & Diagnostic
A strange noise, bad smell, or vehicle malfunction can mean so many things. It’s important to let professionals diagnose and fix the problem. Getting your vehicle diagnosed as soon as you think there may be a problem can not only save you more costly repairs down the road, but also keep you and your passengers safe. Let our experts interpret your vehicle’s dashboard indicator icons using our diagnostic equipment to isolate the problem and to give you peace of mind.
Preventive Maintenance
Warranties
There's no greater peace of mind anywhere in North America. Guaranteed.
Not all warranties are equal. And not all warranties guarantee you the peace of mind that comes from your NAPA Peace of Mind Warranty.
That's the peace of mind from knowing you have 24 months/40,000 km of worry-free protection on your qualifying repair or service work—wherever you travel in North America. Your warranty is honoured at close to 600 NAPA AUTOPRO locations in Canada and 11,000 NAPA AUTOCARE service centres across the continent. Now that's coverage.
NOTICE TO CONSUMERS
Vehicle maintenance and the manufacturer’s warranty: myth vs. reality.
Having your vehicle serviced by an Automotive Service Professional is a guarantee of safety and gives you peace of mind. But who should you trust with your car’s maintenance? Do you risk voiding the manufacturer’s warranty?
In the interest of transparency, and to dispel any myths and preconceived notions that may be going around, the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA) has published an important notice for all Canadian motorists, regardless of their province of residence.
Choosing your own Automotive Service Professional to perform your car’s routine maintenance does not mean compromising your vehicle’s warranty.
Your car’s maintenance can be entrusted to any Automotive Service Professional who complies with the manufacturer’s service recommendations.
This important fact lets you decide if you want to trust your vehicle’s maintenance to a member of the manufacturer’s network or to a network of Automotive Service Professionals located across Canada.
NAPA AUTOPRO is a proud defender of this choice. By entrusting us with your car’s routine maintenance, you will continue to benefit from your manufacturer’s warranty. We have all the necessary qualifications and equipment, as well as expert technicians, to service your vehicle in compliance with the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule.
Registered Napa Autopro Service Centre