Castro Valley Auto Repair

Tesla vehicles are a marvel of engineering, and being electric vehicles, are also a model of simplicity. Many automotive services – oil change, transmission service, spark plugs replacement – simply do not apply. But one of the familiar services – brake fluid replacement – applies to EVs just as much as it does to conventionally powered vehicles. Adams Autoworx provides Castro Valley Tesla brake fluid replacement service for all Tesla owners. We recommend brake fluid replacement every two years. Naturally we will check brake fluid quality before replacing it – if it turns out that it is in good shape, we will recommend another visit for the brake fluid replacement. But a regular brake fluid check should become one of your Tesla rituals. Brake fluid is highly hygroscopic – it absorbs moistures – and when the moisture content of the brake fluid exceeds design parameters, it may cause difficulty braking, or in extreme cases, total brake failure ... read more

What Types Of Car Maintenance Does Your Car Need?  Cars are susceptible to wear and tear, leading to performance decline over time. This is why it is important to give your car regular preventive maintenance to maximize its life and performance. Preventive maintenance doesn't just keep your car in good condition , but it also saves you money by forestalling extensive damage to important car components. At the Adams Autoworx auto care shop in Castro Valley, we suggest that following maintenance tasks should be performed regularly for optimal performance: 1. Oil changes  Gasoline and diesel powered cars require regular oil changes so their engines can function properly. The engine needs oil so all its components can move freely, but the oil must be clean and free of debris, hence the need for oil changes. Generally, it is recommended to change your car's oil every 5,000 miles or every six months, if you are using synthetic motor oil – which we ... read more