Frequently Asked Questions

When you bring your car for service, Frank’s can lend you a courtesy vehicle to keep you moving! How does it work? You must be 25 years old and have full comprehensive driver insurance. Any tolls and violations are your responsibility. Other than that, you just have to bring the loaner car back with a full tank of gas.

Your tires should be rotated every 5-6,000 miles. Neglecting to rotate tires is a major cause of premature tire wear. A perfect time to rotate your tires is with every oil change service.

To simply put it; your Engine will not work without your Timing Belt. In order for your Timing Belt to work, your Crankshaft and Camshaft Rotation should live in harmony. With both parts linked properly, your Valves and Pistons will operate smoothly. This in turn allows the intake of the air into the engine which then produces energy to start up your vehicle! If your car is making a Clicking or Ticking noise, you may need a Timing Belt Replacement.

There are many sensors and computerized components that manage your vehicle’s engine performance and emissions. When one of these fails, the “check engine” light is illuminated. Although your car may seem to run fine, it is important to have the issue addressed to prevent long-term problems.

This is a very serious problem – if your car overheats for too long, you can damage your engine. As soon as possible, find a safe place to pull off the road and shut the engine off! Do not attempt to check the fluid level in the radiator; the hot fluid can cause severe burns. The best thing to do is have your car towed to the nearest, trusted auto repair facility.

You should get your oil changed every 3,000 miles or as recommended in your vehicle’s owner’s manual.  You should have your synthetic oil changed every 5000 miles

Milky brown engine oil is an indication of coolant in the oil. This can be caused by a blown head gasket (or other gasket), a failed transmission cooler, or cracked casings. This condition is very serious and needs to be checked by a professional technician immediately

Battery cables and terminals should be cleaned and inspected periodically to make sure they provide a good electrical connection!

Synthetic motor oils can be a good choice for high output, turbocharged or supercharged engines. Or for vehicles that are used for towing (especially during hot weather), and vehicles that operate in extremely cold or hot climates. Although more expensive than mineral-based oils, synthetic motor oils can improve fuel economy and provide longer intervals between changes.

For maximum fuel economy and peak engine performance, copper spark plugs should be replaced every 30 months or 30,000 miles. Most vehicles today are equipped with platinum tipped spark plugs, or precious metals. They should be changed every 60,000 miles-Consult your owner’s manual*

I need to replace a burned out fuse, what should I do?
Always replace burned-out fuses with ones of the same amperage (printed on the fuse) and note that if a fuse continues to “blow,” you should have the circuit checked professionally by one of our technicians for defects.