Why You Should Replace Your Wiper Blades Wiper Blade replacement at ACA An often overlooked duty of car maintenance is checking the windshield wipers and replacing them when necessary. This is most common for drivers living in dry areas with little rainfall, like right here in Southern California. (Drivers in wetter states, like Washington or […]

Long Beach Car Care Tips Getting Help from Lakewood Auto Repair Shops Many people think that all there is to owning a car is filling it with gas, having it washed and taking it for the occasional oil change. On the contrary, having at least a basic understanding of how your car works and what […]

Warning Signs You Might Need New Tires We service all makes and models at ACA Your tires bear the weight of your car, and they endure all of the forces that come into play when you speed up, brake, and turn. Considering that, tires are remarkably durable. Still, with enough use they will wear down. […]

Why You Shouldn’t “Top Off” Your Gas ACA explains the harmful effects of topping off your gas It’s something we all do: You’re at the gas station, you set the gas pump at automatic, you let it fill up the car until it’s done, and then you squirt in a little bit more. It’s a […]

Warning Signs You Might Need Transmission Repairs We work on all makes and models Your car’s transmission moves the power generated by the engine to the drive wheels. Problems with your transmission can lead to serious issues, so here are a few symptoms of a troubled transmission. There are two types of transmissions, manual (or […]

Types of ABS Systems ACA works on all makes and models Most people are familiar with the term “anti-lock brakes” or ABS. However, a much smaller percentage is aware that there are three types of ABS available. Four Channel, Four Sensor The four-channel, four-sensor ABS system allocates a different valve for each wheel and also […]

Car Sounds What They Mean Your car is not just a machine, it is a group of machines all working in tandem. As such, there are several distinct sounds and smells that arise when one or more of these machines breaks down. This article deals with odd sounds; for odd smells, read the companion article, […]

Rebuilding an Engine We Work On All Makes and Models You’re probably thinking that rebuilding an engine isn’t cheap. Well, it’s not. But there are some notable benefits to rebuilding your engine over purchasing a new car. First, it depends on how worn down your current engine is and how much damage it has sustained. […]

At What Mileage Should You Have Various Services Performed? We Work On All Makes and Models Here in Southern California, chances are your car is a vital part of daily life. We use our cars to get just about everywhere, and the stop and go traffic can really take a toll on a car. Having […]

Car Stalling Problems Long Beach ACA can diagnose your stalling problems Stalled Engine – A stalled automobile engine is extremely inconvenient, plus it can cause unnecessary wear to your car and pose danger. It can inhibit the flow of traffic creating a dangerous condition that may cause an accident. Diagnosing the cause of a stalling […]