Automotive Services

List of Services

AIR CONDITIONING The air conditioning unit is a combination of various components that work together to keep you cool even on the hottest of days. It is important to get regular maintenance and inspections to ensure optimal efficiency.

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AIR CONDITIONING
BATTERY REPLACEMENT The battery is the heart of the electrical system in your vehicle. Acting as the mechanism that starts your vehicle and ignites the internal combustion engine that puts your vehicle into motion.
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BATTERY REPLACEMENT
BELTS & HOSES There are two important types of belts in your vehicle, which are your timing belt and serpentine belts. Hoses are essential for transferring coolant and other fluids through your vehicle to prevent things like overheating, power loss, poor braking ability, and more.
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BELTS & HOSES
BRAKES Brakes are more than just the components that are replaced through routine maintenance, there is an entire system that needs to operate effectively so that driving your vehicle is safe.

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BRAKES
COOLING SYSTEM If your engine has overheated, you should also check your coolant system for leaks. Check the radiator for cracks and the radiator hoses for leaks. You should also check your water pump. They don’t need to be replaced on a regular schedule, but...

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COOLING SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTICS With state-of-the-art diagnostic technology, our technicians can read and understand the codes your vehicle is sending to help pinpoint your vehicle’s issue.
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DIAGNOSTICS
ENGINE AIR FILTER The engine air filter is located at the front of the engine compartment and its function is to trap outside debris like bugs, dirt, and sand before it ends up in the engine, allowing only clean air into the heart of your vehicle.
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ENGINE AIR FILTER
EXHAUST SERVICE The exhaust system on your vehicle is more than just the tailpipe and muffler. This system gathers gasses from cylinders, removes harmful substances, reduces noise levels, and releases cleaner gasses through the exhaust pipes.
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EXHAUST SERVICE
FLUID INSPECTION Your vehicle has various types of fluids that circulate within it to ensure reliability.
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FLUID INSPECTION
FUEL FILTER Fuel filters clean the dirt, dust and grime out of your fuel. Both gasoline and diesel-powered engines have them. The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine.

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FUEL FILTER
FUEL INJECTORS Fuel injectors replaced old carburetor systems to ensure the vehicle’s efficiency and to reduce air pollution. » LEARN MORE
FUEL INJECTORS
OIL CHANGES An oil change is a process that removes old oil and replaces it with new clean oil, and the oil filter is also replaced.
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OIL CHANGES
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Preventative maintenance is a checklist of vehicle components that a technician inspects to ensure your vehicle is at optimum efficiency.
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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
SUSPENSION SERVICE The suspension system is made up of springs, shock absorbers, tires, and even tire air, all of which contribute to the suspension system.
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SUSPENSION SERVICE
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS monitors your tire pressure in real-time to always report if your tires are ready for the road or low on pressure.
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
TIRE ROTATION Rotating tires allows all four tires on a vehicle to wear evenly. Front tires get more wear than rear tires because they do most of the work on turns. Tire rotation allows all the tires to...

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TIRE ROTATION
TRANSMISSION SERVICE The transmission is the vehicle’s brain and is a giant gearbox that determines how your vehicle shifts.
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TRANSMISSION SERVICE
TUNE UPS A tune-up is a maintenance service that inspects and replaces the components of the combustion process like spark plugs, wires, or coils.
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TUNE UPS
WHEEL ALIGNMENT Your vehicle’s wheel alignment ensures that your tires connect with the road at precise angles that your steering wheel is pointed to, it’s also directly tied to your vehicle’s suspension system.
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT
WHEEL BALANCING Wheel balancing is a process of distributing the weight of the tire and wheel assembly evenly when traveling at high speeds.
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WHEEL BALANCING

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API Service Center is honored to serve the community of Charlottesville, VA with car repair and automotive repair services. We work hard to be the best auto shop in Charlottesville, VA and our automotive professionals always strive to provide our customers honest, efficient and friendly service. We also carry top brands that will suit your needs. Please contact us if you need automotive or car repair services.

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