Posted on 7/8/2024
Does your Chevrolet need serpentine belt replacement? Whether you drive a Chevy Malibu, Camaro, or a Chevrolet Tahoe, serpentine belt replacement is one of the maintenance items that should be done at the proper time. Fortunately, at Brown’s Automotive Experts in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, we offer full gamut of maintenance services and repairs, including serpentine belt replacement. Serpentine belt is not as famous as the timing belt, yet it’s very important to the operation of your vehicle. It powers the alternator, power steering pump, ac compressor, and the water pump. Over time, it wears out and needs to be replaced for consistent performance and reliable driving. Typically, you can expect serpentine belt replacement every 60,000 to 100,000 miles. Depending on the condition of the belt, we may recommend an earlier replacement. Here are a few symptoms that could indicate that serpentine belt replacement is necessary, regardless of the mileage from the last repl ... read more
Posted on 7/6/2024
The timing belt of your Chevrolet plays a crucial role in synchronizing the camshaft and crankshaft of the engine, ensuring proper engine operation. Over time, the timing belt can degrade, potentially causing engine damage if not replaced in a timely fashion. At Brown’s Automotive Experts our skilled technicians have extensive experience in Chevrolet timing belt replacement. Timing belt replacement is time consuming, and involves not only the timing belt itself but also replacement of tensioners and pulleys. We highly recommend performing water pump replacement at the same time – you will save considerable amount of money on labor, and a new water pump is likely to last as long as the new timing belt. Typically timing belt replacement should be performed every 90,000 – 100,000 miles, though exact recommendations differ depending on the model you are driving. When you bring your Chevrolet into one of our Albuquerque or Rio Rancho shops, our nationally ASE certified t ... read more
Posted on 7/5/2024
Your Chevrolet's ignition coils are crucial components responsible for delivering high voltage electricity to the spark plugs, which generate the sparks that ignite the air and gas mixture in the engine cylinders. Over time, ignition coils can degrade or fail, leading to engine misfires, poor fuel efficiency, and potential damage to the catalytic converter. At Brown’s Automotive Experts in Albuquerque, our skilled technicians have extensive experience replacing Chevrolet ignition coils to maintain your vehicle's smooth and reliable performance. Ignition coils play a vital role in the ignition system by converting low voltage from the battery into the high voltage needed by the spark plugs to generate the sparks. Properly functioning ignition coils ensure proper combustion, fuel efficiency, and smooth acceleration. However, over time, ignition coils can wear out due to heat, vibration, or electrical issues, causing engine performance problems. Symptoms Indicating the Nee ... read more
Posted on 6/30/2024
Welcome to Brown’s Automotive Experts, your premier Rio Rancho Chevrolet service and repair facility. We are a family owned auto repair shop that provides comprehensive Chevrolet maintenance services and repairs. Whether your Chevy Avalanche has the check engine light on, or your Silverado 2500 is due for brake service, our nationally ASE certified technicians will take great care of your vehicle. Our Rio Rancho auto care facility offers everything your Chevrolet needs - fluid changes, including oil change, brake fluid change, transmission fluid change, and power steering fluid replacement. We offer full range of auto air conditioning maintenance and repairs for your Chevrolet, as well as electrical system diagnostics and repairs, check engine light repairs, shocks and struts and full range of suspension services and repairs. We can fix transmission problems, and provide engine repair and engine replacement, if necessary. Naturally we offer spark plugs replacement, ignition coil ... read more
Posted on 6/13/2024
Even though GM officially discontinued Chevrolet Sonic in October 2020, at Brown’s Automotive Experts – our five locations – we continue to support Sonic owners. We offer full range of Chevrolet Sonic maintenance services, diagnostics, and repairs, if necessary. Though Chevy Sonic is officially gone from the GM lineup, we see plenty of Sonics at our Albuquerque and Rio Rancho auto repair shops. Our technicians have extensive Chevrolet diagnostics and repair experience, so they can diagnose and repair problems your Sonic may present. While Chevy Sonic 2012 was known for air intake manifold problems, and the shifter button issues, and 2013 Sonic was known for cooling system problems, overall, Sonic is an owner-friendly vehicle, and at Brown’s Automotive Experts we can provide your Sonic with maintenance and repairs it needs to serve you faithfully for many years. All work performed by our nationally ASE certified technicians is covered by 36 month / 36,000 mile ... read more
Posted on 6/13/2024
At Brown’s Automotive Experts we get an opportunity to service and repair numerous Chevrolet Avalanche vehicles. Even though GM discontinued production of Chevrolet Avalanche in 2013, our four auto repair shops in Albuquerque, and a shop in Rio Rancho continue to provide support for Chevy Avalanche owners – whether your Avalanche needs regular maintenance, has the check engine light on, or is facing transmission issues, our nationally ASE certified technicians can help. At Brown’s Automotive Experts we offer complete range of Chevy services. From regular oil change, to brake services, transmission repairs, check engine light diagnostics, a/c repairs, and major engine work – you can count on us to keep your Avalanche healthy and on the road. All work performed by our technicians is covered by a nationwide 36 months / 36,000 miles warranty. We offer Original Equipment or better quality parts, and your Chevrolet will undergo a free digital vehicle inspection when ... read more
Posted on 6/12/2024
Brown's Automotive Experts offers four locations in Albuquerque and one location in Rio Rancho for all your Chevrolet maintenance and repair needs. So naturally, we offer comprehensive services and repairs for your Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck. It’s hard to believe that Chevy Colorado was introduced two decades ago, in 2004. Your Colorado might come with a gasoline or diesel engine. Our technicians are perfectly comfortable with either, so bring your truck to one of our auto care facilities to get it serviced or repaired. Our nationally ASE certified technicians will use their cutting-edge digital diagnostic tools to find the cause of any problem your Chevy might exhibit, and we will get it repaired, usually the same day. We also highly recommend regular maintenance services, including regular oil changes, brake inspections, tire checks and tire rotation, as well as brake fluid changes and a/c checkups. When your vehicle is brought to one of our auto care facilitie ... read more
Posted on 6/10/2024
Brown's Automotive Experts offers 5 locations in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho for your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 maintenance and repair needs. Whether your 2014 Silverado has A/C problems, or the 2016 Silverado has electrical system issues, bring it to one of our auto repair shops. Our nationally ASE certified technicians can diagnose the root cause of the problem, and will get your truck fixed, and often back on the road the same day. Chevy Silverado 1500 is a workhorse that serves many trades. At Brown’s Automotive Experts we offer fleet services – for fleets big and small. We understand that your truck needs quick turnaround so it can be back on the job, earning its keep. We are big fans of regular maintenance, which can prevent breakdowns that could cost you thousands not just in repairs, but also in lost time and revenue. When your vehicle is brought to one of our auto care facilities, you will encounter friendly and knowledgeable service advisors, highly skilled&nb ... read more
Posted on 6/9/2024
Welcome to Brown’s Automotive Experts in Albuquerque - we are your one stop shop for all Chevrolet maintenance services and repairs. Whether your Chevy Silverado needs new glow plugs ( yes we work on diesels as well), or you Chevy Malibu needs new brake pads, our nationally ASE certified technicians will get your car inspected repaired and back on the road – usually the same day. We offer full range of auto repair services for your Chevrolet. Whether your vehicle needs routine maintenance, like the spark plugs replacement or transmission fluid exchange or it needs new shocks or struts, or maybe the check engine light is on, you can count on our technicians using state-of-the-art digital diagnostic tools to get to the bottom of the problem and to have your car repaired and ready for the road. Brown’s Automotive Experts offers four Albuquerque locations and one Rio Rancho location for your automotive maintenance and repair needs. Our friendly service advisors will answ ... read more