Denver Auto Repair

The tsunami of catalytic converter theft has subsided, so the pace of catalytic converter replacements has returned to normal. However, from time to time a catalytic converter can fail, and replacement will become a necessity. A failing catalytic converter can negatively impact your car's performance, decrease gas mileage, cause the check engine light to be illuminated, produce rotten egg smell, rattling noises, and of course, negatively impact the environment. But all of these are only a preview of the coming “attractions”. If you do not get the “cat” replaced in a timely manner, your vehicle may experience stalling or no-start condition, expensive engine damage, and in extreme cases, the overheated catalytic converter may spark a vehicle fire. At South Denver Automotive we have extensive experience diagnosing and fixing catalytic converter issues. When you bring your vehicle to our Denver auto repair shop, our nationally ASE-certified technicians will dia ... read more

Toyota vehicles are world famous for their quality and reliability, but that presupposes regular maintenance – and we don’t mean just oil change. At South Denver Automotive we provide comprehensive Toyota care, including spark plugs replacement. Spark plugs are vital to your vehicle. If they malfunction, at best it will not perform well. Spark plugs generate the sparks that ignite the fuel-air mixture that powers your automobile. Over time, spark plugs wear out, and will need to be replaced. It’s a regular maintenance task – the frequency will depend on the material used to manufacture the spark plugs – copper spark plugs typically last 30,000 – 40,000 miles. Iridium spark plugs can last about 90,000 miles, but they are more expensive. Platinum spark plugs are in the middle. Signs of spark plugs needing replacement can vary, and are similar to other engine maintenance needs, so if you see following symptoms, call our Denver auto repair shop to have ... read more