Grand Rapids Auto Repair

Why Winterizing Your Car in Michigan is Essential Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures can take a serious toll on your vehicle, making winterizing your car not just a smart choice but a crucial one. At Westside Service, we believe that preparing your car for the winter months is essential for safe driving and avoiding unexpected repairs. Here’s why winterizing your vehicle should be at the top of your to-do list this season. Michigan Harsh Winters Require Extra Care Michigan winters are notoriously harsh. From icy roads to heavy snowfall, your car endures extreme conditions, which can affect its performance and safety. Winterizing your car ensures that it is ready to handle whatever Mother Nature throws its way. Prevent Battery Failure Cold weather significantly reduces battery capacity. On those frigid mornings, your car’s battery may struggle to start, leaving you stranded. As temperatures drop, it’s vital to have your battery checked to ensure it has enough pow ... read more

As summer winds down and the school year ramps up, it's not just backpacks and school supplies that need attention—your vehicle does too. Whether you're a high school student heading to your first job, a parent juggling multiple schedules, or a college student getting ready for another year away from home, reliable transportation is crucial. At All-Auto Services, we're here to help you get your vehicle in tip-top shape for the busy months ahead. Here's a comprehensive guide to back-to-school auto repair services for everyone in your family. For High Schoolers: The Essentials of Auto Maintenance 1. Basic Car Care Knowledge: High schoolers driving for the first time might be excited but can be a little overwhelmed by car maintenance. It’s a good idea to become familiar with the basics: Checking Oil Levels: Regular oil changes are crucial. We can show you how to check and change your oil if you're up for it. Tire Maintenance: Learn how to check tire press ... read more

Brakes are vital to your safety, and the safety of your passengers. At our Grand Rapids auto repair shop we offer comprehensive brake inspections, brake service, as well as brake repairs. Whether you Chevrolet Silverado needs new brake pads, or your Ford needs brake fluid change, our technicians, certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), will provide professional brake inspection and service. After service or repairs, we will take your vehicle for a test drive to make sure the brakes work correctly under real world conditions. Automotive brakes, whether disc brakes or drum brakes, require regular service and inspections. In addition to brake pad replacement, brake fluid needs to be replaced regularly as well. An ... read more

All Auto Services is your one-stop auto maintenance and repair facility in Grand Rapids. Among the hundreds of services and repairs we provide, timing belt replacement has a special place. Even though most modern vehicles use timing chains, there are still millions of vehicles in use that utilize a timing belt. Timing belt replacement is usually recommended every 90,000 to 105,000 miles, depending on your make and model. Some manufacturers recommend timing belt replacement every 60,000 miles – check your Owner’s Manual or Handbook for the recommended interval for your make and model. Timing belt replacement is a big job that involves removing front portion of the engine. We recommend water pump replacement at the same time, since most of the labor cost is already factored into the timing chain replacement – so most of the additional cost is the cost of the water pump itself. Along with the timing belt we will replace tensioners, as well as camshaft and crankshaft se ... read more

Fall is in the air - and with the colder weather come starting problems, vehicle control issues, and all the challenges of winter driving. At All Auto Services in Grand Rapids we recommend fall/pre-winter vehicle inspection to make sure your car is ready for the coming inclement weather. It used to be that most cars would get a tune-up in the Fall,  but nowadays a lot of the tuning is done in real time, by onboard computers. But there still remain important vehicle systems that require human touch. We highly recommend a suspension check. Worn out suspension can cause vehicle control issues and can increase stopping distance - already made longer by wet driving conditions. We also recommend brake inspection as well - fall and winter driving require faultless braking performance. Brake pads, calipers, brake fluid lines, and the brake fluid itself should be checked before the storms arrive.  While we are performing suspension checks, we can also check the tires to make sure th ... read more