Musty and moldy odors can often be resolved by replacing the cabin air filter.
New vs Old Cabin air filter
Best Practices
The cabin air filter prevents pollen and dirt from entering the passenger compartment and should be replaced every year or every 10–15,000 miles.
The cabin air filter may also be referred to as a pollen filter, micro filter, or an air conditioning filter.
Some cabin filters include activated charcoal to help eliminate unwanted odors and cut down on the exhaust pollutants that enter through the climate control system. These types of filters also tend to be more expensive than regular filters.
Struts may need to be replaced due to oil leaks, knocking noises, or poor ride quality.
Best Practices
We recommend that struts be replaced in pairs.
Prior to replacement of the struts/shocks, a full inspection of the steering and suspension should be performed to identify any needed repairs. This will cut down on the labor costs when compared to replacing the worn parts separately.
We recommend a four-wheel alignment when struts are replaced. The new struts can change the vehicle’s ride height, which will change the wheel alignment.
It is crucial that the timing belt be replaced at or before the interval recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in a broken timing belt, which can leave you stranded, and in some cases, it can cause severe damage to the engine.
A worn timing belt can result in trouble codes from the camshaft or crankshaft sensors, causing a dashboard warning light to be lit.
The engine can make slapping or scraping noises if the timing belt is loose or worn. Adjustment may take care of the noise, but replacement may also be necessary.
Timing Belt Installation
Best Practices
Timing belts have a mileage and time replacement interval. It’s important on low mileage vehicles that you follow the time interval as noted by the manufacturer.
It is often recommended that you replace items like the water pump, front engine seals, drive belt, idlers, and tensioners along with the timing belt.
