Zandy Auto Repair

That Clunk Isn’t Normal: Why Your U-Joints Need Lubrication (Lubricate U-Joints)

If you’ve noticed a clunk when shifting from park to drive, accelerating from a stop or letting off on your accelerator, it may be your vehicle warning you about dry or failing U-joints. Those a...

Published on: Sep 27, 2026

Let's Clear the Air

So, back in the 1970s, automakers started equipping vehicles with a device that reduces harmful emissions before they even go out the tailpipe. They’re called catalytic converters, and whi...

Published on: Sep 20, 2026

Snake in the Engine (Serpentine Belt)

There's a belt that snakes through your engine. It's even named for a snake, the serpentine belt. It'll bite you when it breaks, possibly leaving you stranded. So, it's good to know ...

Published on: Sep 13, 2026

Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)

Quick question. Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat. Think about it. The battery often sits in the engine compartment next...

Published on: Sep 06, 2026

A Smart Inspection, Peace of Mind Before You Buy

With the price of new vehicles these days, you might be thinking about saving some money by buying a used one. But when you go to look at a vehicle, how in the world do you know what you’r...

Published on: Aug 30, 2026

It's Brake Time (Brake Calipers)

Race car drivers have demonstrated the advantages of disc brakes, so most modern vehicles use them. Sometimes just the front wheels have disc brakes, but many vehicles now have them all the way ...

Published on: Aug 23, 2026

Losing Your Cool (AC Condenser Replacement)

It’s always more comfortable in your vehicle when you can control temperature and humidity in the cabin. Air conditioning, which is standard on most newer vehicles, is a vital part of that comfo...

Published on: Aug 16, 2026

When it comes to their vehicles, some American Fork residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it's really hard to get them to remember to do it. A...

Published on: Aug 09, 2026