Check Engine light
Check Engine light From Your Friendly Mechanic Team at El Patron Tires. The most common reasons your Check Engine light comes on: 1. Gas Cap. If your gas cap is loose, [...]
Alignment
Alignment From Your Friendly Mechanic Team at El Patron Tires. You may need an alignment check if you notice: Uneven or unusual tire wear Your vehicle pulling to one side [...]
Brakes
Brakes From Your Friendly Mechanic Team at El Patron Tires. If your brake warning light comes on, pull over safely right away. Here’s what to check first: Is your parking/emergency brake [...]
Tires
Tires From Your Friendly Mechanic Team at El Patron Tires. When Should You Replace Your Tires? Several signs tell you it's time for new tires: Tread depth — Tires have built-in [...]
Rotation and Balancing
Rotation and Balancing From Your Friendly Mechanic Team at El Patron Tires. Balance and Rotate your tires every 6,000 miles or every 6 months. Every time you rotate them (every 6,000 miles) [...]
Get the Most Out of Your Tires
How to Get the Most Out of Your Tires From Your Friendly Mechanic Team at El Patron Tires. Check tire pressure regularly — both over- and under-inflation cause premature wear Rotate [...]