Avoiding Exhaustion (EGR Valve Replacement)
September 29, 2024
No, ERG isnt the sound a pirate makes. Its a part in your vehicle that recirculates exhaust gas to reduce certain gases and pollutants in the atmosphere. In fact, ERG stands for Exhaust Gas Recirculation. One gas our vehicles may make when they burn fuel is nitric oxide, which can play a big ro... More
Sounds Like a Hot Rod (Noisy Exhaust System)
March 3, 2024
Driving along, your exhaust system's rumbling so loud that people turn and stare at you pass by. You're wondering when the police are going to pull you over for illegal noise. Your mind immediately thinks, aha! A broken muffler. Well, your exhaust system is composed of many more parts than just... More
Catalytic Converter Replacement
February 11, 2024
Many of us have become aware of how important it is to keep our planets air clean, and your vehicle has a key component that helps do just that: the catalytic converter. Its in the exhaust system, and its job is to superheat unburned, harmful byproducts in the exhaust, so they dont get spewed ou... More
Sounds Exhausting! (Exhaust Service)
August 20, 2023
Most of us know a bad muffler when we hear it. That loud, rumbling sound is unmistakable. Did you also know you can get a ticket for driving around with a loud exhaust system? If your exhaust system has a leak in it, it may be allowing poisonous gases inside your vehicle and could make you serio... More
The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement)
August 13, 2023
Even in the months where temperatures are cooler, heat is still an enemy of your vehicle. When your engine runs, it creates heat, so there are numerous heat shields that protect other parts from those higher temperatures. Heat shields are installed around several areas of the exhaust system. Ot... More
Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at ABC Auto Works
September 29, 2019
Hello Walled Lake! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in Michigan vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government ... More
Exhaust Service at ABC Auto Works in Walled Lake
July 24, 2019
Whenever they hear the term "exhaust service," most Walled Lake residents think about exhaust pipes and mufflers. Well, actually, exhaust service at ABC Auto Works is a lot more comprehensive these days. For example, catalytic converters were mandated in 1976 and on-board emission control compute... More
Walled Lake Exhaust and Emissions Service
February 27, 2019
Many Walled Lake residents don't realize that there is more to exhaust system maintenance than just tailpipes and mufflers, if you can see smoke or if it's too loud. Exhaust service at a full-service automotive center like ABC Auto Works is really a lot more comprehensive these days.For example,... More
ABC Auto Works Automotive Tips: Diagnostic Service
August 7, 2018
Imagine waking up one morning with a stomach ache. You pick up the phone, call the doctors office and say, Ive got a really bad tummy ache. How much will it cost to make me feel better? Of course you wouldnt do that. You know that there could be a lot of reasons for your symptoms and that the doc... More
Exhaust Service at ABC Auto Works: Passing the Smell Test
January 28, 2018
The exhaust system on a vehicle is more complex than most Walled Lake residents realize. It contains everything from old-fashioned pipes and clamps to sophisticated computers and sensors. All Michigan folks know a properly functioning exhaust system is good for the environment, but sometimes we ... More