Tucson Auto Repair

When Your Vehicle Goes Into Limp Mode A drivers worst nightmare may be when their vehicle goes into safe mode or what repair shops call Limp Mode. Your vehicle may go into limp mode when something is wrong mechanically. Usually its serious and that is why the vehicle power is being limited. Going into limp mode allows you to drive a short distance, hopefully to a reputable repair shop like One Stop Automotive. Limp mode typically limits engine rpm, power output and driving speed by keeping the transmission in a lower gear and it will usually shut off the air conditioning. The vehicle does this to help prevent severe damage to whatever system is malfunctioning. A couple of the most severe cases would be related to the engine or transmission. Going into limp mode is surely not good, but it can help keep you from being stranded if you are only going a short distance and hopefully keep repair costs at a minimum.   If your vehicle does go into limp mode you may s ... read more

Choosing The Best Shop For Your Vehicle You rely on your car to do more than get you from place to place, it also functions as sort of a protective bubble while you are on the road. It surrounds you and your friends or family when you are traveling. Your car is also a reflection of you and an important part of how you travel. When a vehicle is neglected, or repairs done poorly, it could lead to bigger problems down the road.  Choosing a the best shop and mechanic for your vehicle is important. At One Stop Automotive, we accept that  responsibility with great pride, and always want to provide the best care for everyone that comes to our shop. Being a family operated business, and being in business for over 40 years, all of our staff own vehicles and and have families, so we understand that it is very important to feel safe. You will always know that your car or truck is in great condition when you bring it to One Stop Automotive for its care. Here are a few ... read more

Save Yourself From Breakdowns And Headaches Breakdowns, are rarely inexpensive, always inconvenient and definitely stressful. Murphys law does not always apply to breakdowns, but it sure seems like it. Its more likely to be the law of, "poor maintenance". If having a breakdown, make sure to get as far off the road as possible. Sometimes you can have a breakdown with no warning, and the vehicle just stops. If safe to do so, put out some road flares or reflectors. At the very minimum you should have a plan.  Every year, 1 in 3 people will have a vehicle breakdown. This is usually due to poor vehicle maintenance. With the rise in vehicle prices, many people are choosing to keep their cars and trucks longer, more than 10 years even. Dead batteries, overheating, or even blown or flat tires can be preventable. At One Stop Automotive, we perform a courtesy vehicle inspection on your vehicle during normal scheduled services. This includes checking tire conditio ... read more

Power Steering System Maintenance And Repairs If your vehicle has a hydraulic power steering system, it uses power steering fluid. Regular fluid replacement should be scheduled based upon the recommendations of the manufacturer or basic wear and tear, to help lubricate your system properly and keep it in good functioning order.  Many modern vehicles still use fluid in the steering systems for power assisted steering and if not properly maintained it can become difficult to steer your vehicle. Most power steering systems use specific fluids that contain detergents, corrosion inhibitors, and have good viscosity enhancers. The detergent keeps the system clean, which is very important. Changing the fluid regularly will help prevent wear from unwanted friction which causes excess heat in the system, corrosion and other issues.  As the additives in the fluid wear out, they can no longer provide the needed protection for the system components. Fluids can become co ... read more

Regular Preventative Maintenance Something we speak of often here is preventative maintenance. The term “preventative maintenance” may seem over used...until you have a break down. It may also prevent some very expensive repairs. By bringing your vehicle to One Stop Automotive for regular service, where we do regular inspections, we can help you avoid these costly repairs. Dont delay coming to our shop if you notice any shaking, odd smells, smoke, or weird sounds coming from your vehicle. Often times there will not be any physical indication that something is wrong, which is why regular inspections are vital. Having regularly scheduled services performed on your vehicle can help keep it running as designed, and help you from doling out money on big repairs down the road.  One Stop Automotive has been in business for over 4 decades. We value our new, and our loyal, long time customers. We want you to get the most bang for your buck and ... read more