Engine and Exhaust System

• Engine Repair
  Wheels that are out-of-line (as evidenced by uneven tread wear or vehicle pulling) make the engine work harder, too. Properly maintained tires will last longer, meaning fewer scrap tires have to be disposed. Observe speed limits. Mileage decreases sharply above 60 mph.
• Oil Change
  To keep your vehicle running properly at all times, we offer a number of services in the Port Charlotte, FL 33953 area that are carried out by our certified, expert auto service and repair technicians who have years of experience performing everything from oil changes to a complete engine overhaul.
• Engine Tune-Up
• Exhaust System Repair
• Starter Repair
• Alternator Repair
• Engine Services
  Any car part manufacturer will tell you that preventive maintenance is critical to the part's lifespan. Like other auto parts, car engines aren't built to last forever. However, you can increase the engine's lifespan by performing regular preventive maintenance. The easiest way to maintain peak performance and fuel economy is to provide regular engine maintenance for your vehicle. To have your engine maintained by experts, visit A & E Auto Repair.
• Engine Replacement
  After years of use, your car's engine inevitably deteriorates. If you car needs a new engine and you are not ready to invest in a new car, consider having the engine rebuilt. This involves replacing or resurfacing all the rundown parts in an engine. Regardless of your engine replacement needs, A & E Auto Repair has experienced engine rebuilders ready to assist you.
• Engine Diagnostic
  No matter how carefully you drive, your domestic car will need occasional general repairs. These general repairs may include engine diagnostics and repairs, alignments, brakes, front end and rear end diagnostic services and electronics service and repair. To have your domestic vehicle repaired and maintained, contact A & E Auto Repair today. At A & E Auto Repair, we have experts who can handle even the most challenging domestic vehicles.
• Spark Plug Replacement
  At A & E Auto Repair we recommend replacing spark plugs before they reach the 80,000-mile mark. Many car owners delay spark plug replacement until the engine starts "missing." An engine that is "missing" will typically result in a jerking feeling when accelerating. Spark plugs that are severely worn out will create a pinging or knocking sound. These fouled, worn-out spark plugs can lead to extensive engine damage that is expensive to fix. Therefore, replacing spark plugs before they reach the 80,000-mile mark is very important.
• Emissions Inspection
• Timing Belt/Chain Replacement
• Fuel Injection Service/Repair
  Fuel injection is a system for admitting fuel into an engine. Since 1990, fuel injectors have completely replaced carburetors as the primary means of getting gasoline into the engine. A fuel injector atomizes the fuel by forcibly pumping it through a small nozzle (under high pressure). Failure of the fuel injection system means poor performance and ultimately destroys the engine. Make sure your vehicle's fuel injection system is maintained properly. For all your fuel injection maintenance and replacement needs, call 941-627-3111 or visit A & E Auto Repair today.
• Muffler Repair and Replacement
  X-pipe and H-pipes synchronize the balance of the exhaust pulses from each cylinder based on firing order to increase efficiency. Many high-performance car owners like the deeper rumbling sound of H-pipes. If you own a street rod, Lake Pipes and Side Pipes route exhaust along or beside the bottom of your car body offering both increased performance, vintage look, and an aggressive sound. When it comes to trucks and diesel, consider smoke stack exhaust pipes to improve engine efficiency, pulling power and performance.
• Catalytic Converter Repair and Replacement
  Catalytic Converter Replacement: Your catalytic converter is the most expensive part of your exhaust system. When your catalytic converter begins to fail, you will hear a very loud rattling noise or your "check engine light" will begin to flash. Come by A & E Auto Repair at 752 Tamiami Trail and we will diagnose the problem right away.

Transmission and Drivetrain

• Transmission Service
  A four-wheel (4x4) drive vehicle has differential gears, both front and rear axles, and a transfer case attached to the transmission. Four-wheel drive vehicles demand maintenance on the transfer case, front differentials, rear differentials, and transmission fluids. Visit us on 752 Tamiami Trail for service on your four-wheel drive transmission services.
• Transmission Repair
  At A & E Auto Repair, we understand the terror that comes with the words "transmission repair" and we want you to know that there is hope after all. Whether manual or automatic, heavy duty or low range, the transmission is a vital part at the center of your vehicle's drivetrain. Your transmission is instrumental in turning the engine's power into forward movement, so it's not surprising that problems with this important component can cripple your car. The experts at A & E Auto Repair have years of experience working on transmissions of all types and sizes. When everything grinds to a halt we have the skills to get you moving forward once more.
• Transmission Fluid Service
  At its most basic, your car's clutch allows the engine and gearbox to engage and disengage from each other between gear changes. This means that although the engine's output shaft is still spinning, there is no load on the gears which may cause them to shift improperly. Once the next gear is smoothly selected your clutch will re-engage the engine and gearbox, resuming forward momentum. Over time, and especially in improperly operated manual transmission vehicles, the clutch can become worn and less effective at its job. A damaged clutch can allow the engine and gearbox to re-engage mid-gear change, and this can have serious effects on the health of your transmission. A & E Auto Repair determines the health of your clutch through diagnostic testing as well as test driving. As with a transmission fluid flush, we'll have your car back on the road and your peace of mind stretching for miles.
• Transmission Replacement
• Clutch Service/Repair
  There are clutches in both automatic and manual transmission cars, and different types of clutches. When shifting gears, the clutch engages and disengages from the flywheel and transfers the torque through the transmission. Clutches should help your vehicle start and shift gears smoothly. The clutch in your car receives a lot of wear and can eventually wear out. If your clutch begins slipping irregularly or is making noises that are raising suspicion, contact A & E Auto Repair to see if clutch replacement is necessary.
• Differential Service/Repair
  Q: What is front and rear differential service? A: Differential services performed by one of the professional technicians at A & E Auto Repair usually includes draining the old fluid from the differentials and replacing it with new fluid according to the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations and specifications. Sometimes other components surrounding the differential may need to be serviced as well.
• Axle Repair

Steering and Suspension

• Suspension Service/Repair
  Q: What is the difference between shocks and struts? A: Shocks and struts are both parts of a vehicle's suspension system. However, each has a very specific job. Your vehicle has either shocks or struts. You cannot replace your shocks with struts and vice versa. Shock absorbers are hydraulic components that help minimize movement generated by the vehicle's springs. These springs absorb some of the jolts you might feel from uneven or damaged roads. Struts are structural components of certain vehicles' steering and suspension systems. They usually consist of a spring and a shock absorber. Struts are designed to be much stronger than shocks since they are designed for vehicles that carry heavy loads.
• Steering Service/Repair
  A powerful cleaner suspends and dissolves varnish and gums in the power steering system and then all of the old fluid is replaced with new high-tech power steering fluid for both conventional sector and rack and pinion. The benefit will be a quieter-operating, longer lasting power-steering system.
• Steering Fluid Service
  * Fuel Induction * Coolant Flush * Power Steering Flush * Brake Flush * Transmission Fluid Exchange * Front Differential * Rear Differential * Transfer Case *

Heating and Cooling

• Air Conditioning Service/Repair
  Most truck and car air conditioning systems break eventually with usage. Hoses that feed the AC unit may crack, clog or drip if not serviced. Let us service your car or truck and keep your cooling system performing at its peak. Call us at 941-627-3111 to learn more about how we can get your air conditioning running again!
• Radiator Service/Repair
  Q: What does radiator service include? A: Radiator service starts with draining the system. Then we flush the radiator and engine block, inspecting all hoses to make sure they're not cracked. Next we refill the radiator with fresh coolant and finish by pressure testing the radiator cap and cooling system.
• Radiator Flush
  Q: When should I do a coolant flush? A: Your vehicle's owner's manual will recommend getting the coolant flushed about every 30,000 miles or three to five years, whichever comes first. Make sure to consult your owner's manual as some outline a more specific interval depending on the vehicle's make and model and your driving habits.
• Air Filter Replacement
  As cars get older, they need more maintenance and repair. Drivers in Port Charlotte must be more diligent about preventative maintenance. Replacing a bad O2 Sensor costs $250.00 on average. This may increase or decrease based on the make and model of your car or truck. However, performing recommended auto maintenance such as air filter replacement and spark plug replacement can extend the life of your O2 sensor.

Tires

• Tire Rotation
  Q: Does my tire warranty influence my rotation schedule? A: Tire manufacturers know that tire rotation is important for even tread wear. Tire mileage warranties are most often set by the manufacturers with tire rotations included. Failing to rotate your tires may void your tires manufacturer warranty.
• Tire Repair
• Wheel Alignment
  Check the tires - Check tire inflation and inspect the tread for uneven wear, indicating the need for wheel alignment. Also look for bulges and bald spots.
• Tire Replacement
• Tire Service
  Q: What throws tires out of balance? A: If you hit a curb or pothole your wheel-tire assembly can get out of balance. Everyday wear on tires and wheels can also cause an imbalance. Many experts recommended that you get your tires balanced every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or every 2 years. If you buy a new set of tires, you may find that tire balancing is included in your purchase. At A & E Auto Repair, we can check your tire balance and make any necessary adjustments for you.
• Tire Balancing
  Tire balancing is an important area of preventative maintenance where we excel. If your car's tires are out of balance, they could be putting undue strain on components in the suspension, braking, and drivetrain systems, which can cost you greatly further down the road. Ensuring a smooth ride with professionally balanced wheels and tires is a much cheaper, easier, and safer way to make sure your car stays on the road, while ensuring a long life for your tires.

Brakes

• Brake Service
• Brake Fluid Service
  Brake fluid will absorb water from the air over time, causing the brake system to become less effective and the fluid to become corrosive, possibly damaging the system. It is important to perform a brake fluid flush regularly to ensure that your vehicle is using fresh fluid. Talk to our technicians at A & E Auto Repair about when it's time for a brake fluid flush.
• Brake Inspection
• Brake Repair
• Brake Replacement

Exterior/Interior

• Body/Collision Repair
  In the event of a collision or a rock from a passing car, the windshield is susceptible to breakage. When broken or cracked, it may become difficult to see through the windshield. Large cracks in windshields can also be unsightly. When your windshield is damaged during a collision, consider our collision repair services. Depending on the severity of the damage, we can either replace or repair your windshield. When replacement is required, our repair specialists use high-quality replacement windshields.
• Glass Repair/Replacement
• Car Detailing

Electrical and Electronic

• Lighting Services
• Battery Service
  The owner may attempt to jump start the vehicle. In almost all cases this will be ineffectual as the jumper cables will be placed over the battery cables and the circuit will remain broken. Often at the point of a failed jump start the owner will conclude the battery has failed and will purchase a new battery and in many cases it will appear to correct the problem as some corrosion will likely be dislodged during the removal and re installation of the cables during battery replacement. The problem will persist and very soon the corrosion will accumulate enough to again break the connection and create a non cranking condition.
• Electrical Service/Repair
  When the connection at the battery is broken, as the driver attempts to start the vehicle, all electrical systems will appear dead. There will be no cranking or turning over sound. It will appear as if the battery has failed. The appearance of a failed battery can lead to many unnecessary and costly actions.
• Electronic Service/Repair
  Our customers know that they can trust us to provide quality service and expert advice, no matter what their vehicle needs. We specialize in Diesel & Engine Services, Fleet Maintenance, Car & Truck Care, Collision Repair Services, Electronic Services, Electrical Services, General Services, Heating and Cooling Services, Towing, and Transmission Services, and our goal is to help you get back on the road as quickly and affordably as possible. We understand that a reliable vehicle is essential for safety and peace of mind, and we are dedicated to helping you keep your car in top condition.

General

• General Repairs
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• Towing Service
  Dealing with a car that just won't start up due to weather, collision, or electrical issues? With just one call, our towing specialists will be there to take the vehicle back to our shop for repair services. You'll appreciate our affordable towing services and our guarantee that your vehicle makes it back to our shop safely. For fast towing services, contact us at 941-627-3111.
• Auto Maintenance
  The first part of our preventative maintenance program deals with your vehicle's fluids. Your car needs these fluids to keep running smoothly and prevent overheating. Most of our fluid change services are completed quickly so you can get back on the road in Port Charlotte, FL. Our technicians are happy to monitor and refill your engine oil, automatic transmission fluid, brake fluid, anti-freeze, power steering and wiper fluids. We also perform checks on your radiator to ensure there are no small leaks caused by stones and other road debris.
• Belts and Hoses Service
  Check all hoses and belts - A belt failure can affect the electrical system, air conditioning, power steering, and the cooling system. Cooling system hoses may be deteriorating from within, so old hoses and clamps in marginal condition might need to be replaced.