Auto Repair in Easton

In a hydraulic system, it takes brake fluid to keep your brakes working steadily and safely. Imagine the times you've come to a smooth stop at a traffic light or at a safe distance from another vehicle. Have you ever considered what could be credited for those safe stops? The answer lies not in the brakes but the fluid that allows motion to come to a full close. A more concise analysis reveals just how this hydraulic pressure works. The brake fluid lies dormant within your car's brake lines. From there, the fluid is released when you step on the brake pedal. From there, it forges a complete stop on all four of your rotors from each corner of your vehicle. Consequently, the rotors activate the brake pads in time to allow your vehicle to come to a full stop as your wheels cease to spin. Any vehicle with an anti-lock braking system would best benefit from the lower DOT fluids which have a glycol base and are made for normal driving. These fluids are a DOT 3 or 4 and are effectiv ... read more

Have you had a chance to see our AAA Roadside Kit Giveaway Raffle on Facebook this month? Our team put together a fantastic emergency kit for your car that will help keep you safe if the roadside strands you.  Because this AAA Roadside Kit is so popular, we are extending our giveaway raffle promotion until February 28, 2021. If you do not win the raffle prize, you will be welcome to directly purchase this emergency kit from Jeff’s Automotive in Easton, PA. Take a look at our video to see what’s inside the AAA Roadside Kit: As you can see, this emergency roadside kit includes the tools and staples needed to get you through a winter storm, a breakdown, or a minor roadside emergency. This AAA Roadside Kit contains the following: Jumper Cables First Aid Kit Poncho Small Towel Duct Tape Batteries Flashlight Zip Ties Screwdriver We recommend you add bottled water, food rations, umbrellas, an ice scraper, and phone chargers to your kit, so you don’t have to p ... read more

All modern vehicles have a system that monitors tire pressure. The system has sensors that will alert you via a warning light when the tire pressure gets too low. What you might not know is that the indicator will show when the tire pressure has fallen by 25% below what the manufacturer recommends. This means you don't have to wait until the warning light shows before checking your tire pressure. What if you ignore the warning light? The warning light appears when the tire pressure is already below the safe levels. A tire with low pressure will flex more. This generates excess heat that will overheat the other components in the tire, causing them to break down. A faulty tire can cause a serious accident on the road. Low pressure in the tire also reduces the efficiency of your car, meaning you'll spend more on fuel. The tire will also experience excess friction, causing it to wear out faster. What you need to do when the warning light shows When the warning light shows that ... read more

Whether you're planning an adventure-filled winter road trip, or you live in a cold climate, you want a warm and cozy ride for yourself and your passengers. Have you noticed your car heater isn't working as well as it did last year? There are many reasons why it might need service. Heater control valves It may sound strange, but your vehicle needs coolant to warm your car. The coolant heats as it runs through your engine, and then it runs to your heater core: a mini radiator that holds the hot coolant and blows air over it. That warm air is then directed to the cabin of your car. The heater control valves must be open for the coolant to pass through to the heater core. If your heater control valves are faulty, they need to be replaced. Air pockets If the heater core or the hoses connecting to it contain air pockets, these pockets can prevent the coolant from sufficiently moving to warm your vehicle. Here at the shop, our technicians can ven ... read more

As you take on the road, your tire tread will gradually wear. How the tire tread wears can tell you a lot about your vehicle's suspension, balance, and alignment. If there's an issue with any of these components, your tires will wear unevenly. While uneven tire tread doesn't seem like a huge problem, it can significantly impact the driver's safety. Responsible driving means staying on top of regular tire maintenance. While it's essential to get an alignment, tire rotations are just as crucial. A tire rotation service involves moving your tires from one position to another. Typically, the front tires will move to the rear, and the rear tires will move to the front. Depending on the type of drivetrain and wear, your technician may also impact the tires to different sides.  Signs it's time for a tire rotation:  Uneven Tire Wear Unnatural Vibrations  Constant Tire Pressure Loss  Benefits of a tire rota ... read more