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The car won't start. You check the battery, but it seems fine. The next thing to check is the car's ignition system.

Inside the starter, you will find a drive gear and a flywheel. If the drive gear wears down, it starts having problems engaging the flywheel. The starter emits a grinding noise when this happens. You might get the car going after multiple tries, but the starter needs to be replaced soon. If the drive gear isn't engage the flywheel at all, all you will get is a whining noise. That's when the starter needs…

It's often required by your warranty to keep your tires rotated if you want to keep your tires covered. Aside from warranties though, tire rotation is an important part of keeping your vehicle running safely.

Many times, the intervals when you should have your tires rotated will correlate with the times you should have your oil changed. The rotation means to change the position of each tire on your vehicle. This will assure that the tread wear on your tires is spread out evenly on all four tires. This is a very important element of vehicle care and will…

Our highly trained technicians are always on hand to maintain or service your vehicle at our authorized BMW Center. We only use original BMW parts and have the experience needed to provide quality service.

The BMW Service Center technicians provide the maintenance your vehicles needs for the extent of ownership or lease. Save time and money by considering a comprehensive BMW Ultimate Care plan to ensure that your vehicle remains functional at optimal levels.  

During the winter season, there are a few more details that you need to pay attention to pertaining to your vehicle. Check your coolant and oil levels to ensure that they are properly filled. The coolant, or antifreeze, is important as it will keep your engine from freezing. You should have a thinner oil in your vehicle so that it can easily get through your engine in colder temperatures.

Check the tread on your tires. You need to have as much tread as possible to navigate through snow if you live in an area that sees a lot of snow…

Everyone knows - or at least almost everyone knows - that gravity is what keeps our feet on the ground. An asteroid comes to the earth because of gravity, and friction slows it down. Smaller asteroids burn up in the atmosphere.

Brake pads do not burn up completely when they are used to stop someone’s car, but they work using the same principle that burns up and slows the asteroids down. By putting pressure on the wheels of the car, the brake pad applies friction and helps slow the car down. It also causes the brakes to slowly wear down and…

We want you to stay safe in your vehicle and we want you to know when you need help caring for that vehicle. It is important for you to know when an alignment needs to take place.

If your vehicle is tugging you toward one side of the road and you just do not know what is going on, you might have an alignment issue going on. Did you know that your wheels can get messed up over time? They can, and that can cause your vehicle to pull to the side and make it difficult for you to drive…

As you’re driving in Visalia and going about daily life, you’re probably not thinking about why it’s important to have a roadside emergency kit. However, just like many things in life, you will definitely appreciate one when you do need it. Therefore, you should be prepared, just in case the unexpected happens!

Preparing your emergency roadside kit is fairly easy. Once you begin to assemble one, you will be surprised at just how many things you discover are important. However, first start with the basics and then add to your kit as you go along. The basics…

Today’s vehicles all have cooling systems that use antifreeze. The antifreeze circulates through the engine in a system that involves pumps, thermostats, belts, hoses, and more. When a motor overheats, it can be caused by a leaking coolant hose or a plug in the line or radiator. Bugs, sediment, and rust build up in radiators over time. Hoses can be replaced, and the radiator can be flushed out.

An engine that overheats needs immediate attention. Damage from an overheated engine can be expensive. Contact our knowledgeable BMW service team in Visalia, CA to schedule an inspection. 

A strange economy can put a strain on a car’s fuel system. Though people must budget for things like fuel, engine service, and tires for weather conditions, one driver behavior can cause problems with fuel systems.

Saving money at the pump could result in large costs replacing fuel pumps. If you need a fuel pump diagnosis in Visalia, CA, a trip to our auto parts and repair facility at BMW of Visalia could prevent large future repair costs to your car’s fuel system. There’s nothing wrong with budgeting at the gas station, but be sure to weigh…

You have a trip planned and you are eager to go off on that adventure. Your vehicle has to be in good condition before you head out of Visalia, CA. It is important for your suspension to be in good shape so that you can stay in control of your vehicle and have a smooth driving experience.

If you notice that your vehicle is bumpier than it used to be as you drive down the road, you might be faced with a suspension issue. You should have that issue fixed before you attempt to head off on a trip of…