New Orleans Auto Repair

As our vehicles age sometimes they develop unique noises. Rattles, pops, shakes and sometimes a hum. Does your vehicle make a humming noise while driving down a smooth street? Do you sometimes get the sensation that you are driving over a metal grate when driving on smooth roads?  Here are 3 possible reasons for a hum and vibration sensation while driving.Uneven tire wear can cause a hum noise.  If tires wear or are not properly rotated the bumpy serration in the tread or lack of tread on the tire can cause a hum. Wheel Bearings that are beginning to fail can cause a hum noise.  Weather it is age and mileage or water intrusion wheel bearings wear and can fail over time. The roughness caused by wear in wheel bearings can cause a hum noise while driving on smooth roads. A differential that is failing or worn can cause a hum noise.  If you notice your vehicle only makes a hum noise when the accelerat ... read more

Tune Ups usually consist of replacing Spark Plugs, Filters and an Intake Cleaning. Tune ups are part of a good Preventative Maintenance schedule. Here are 3 signs that your car may need a Tune Up: 1. If you have noticed a decline in your Fuel Economy and a lack of acceleration.    2. If you have a Check Engine Light that is on or flashing. 3. If you are due by time or mileage. We recommend an intake cleaning every 3 years or 30,000 miles. Replacing filters as needed and changing spark plugs every 5 years or 60,000 miles.     At Tim's we can help with all maintenance and repair needs. Let us look at your car and let you know if a tune up is needed! We are not your average Auto Repair Near Me, we truly care about  keeping you in safe and reliable transportation. Let the mechanics at Tim’s keep you vehicle running smooth and safe! Make a re ... read more