Serpentine Drive Belt
October 3, 2017
Your serpentine belt drives your alternator and air conditioning compressor. The power steering and power brake pumps are driven by the serpentine belt in many vehicles. The radiator cooling fan on some vehicles are also driven by the serpentine belt. Serpentine belts do a lot of work, but they're tough an can last for thousands Read more...
Fuel Injectors
July 28, 2017
In very simple terms, a fuel injector is a valve that squirts fuel into your engine. Your engine control computer tells the fuel injector how much fuel to deliver as well as the precise time it should be delivered. Of course this happens thousands of times a minute. High temperatures under your hood and variations Read more...
BRAKES
June 27, 2017
If you hear squealing or grinding when you use the brakes, have us check them out. We will perform a thorough brake inspection to see what needs to be done. If you ignore the warning signs and keep driving after the pads are worn out, it could cause more damage. When that happens, metal brake Read more...
Shocks and Struts
May 26, 2017
Shock absorbers and struts last a long time and wear out pretty slowly for most vehicles. They're easy to take for granted, but your shocks and struts do a very important job so you need to pay attention to them. They keep your tires on the road, and your tires are what connect your vehicle Read more...
Air Conditioning
March 28, 2017
Unfortunately, sometimes we don't realize that our A/C is not blowing as cold as it should until it is 100° outside! At Weldon Spring Automotive, we start with a visual inspection of the components for signs of damage or leaks. If the system has A/C dye in it already, we can hopefully see where the Read more...
Radiator Drain & Fill
February 28, 2017
The reason you need to change the coolant is that it has additives in it to protect the cooling system. As you can imagine, with all the heat, the cooling system's a pretty harsh environment. The additives keep the fluid from becoming corrosive and damaging the radiator and other cooling system components. Over time, the Read more...
Winter Prep Service at Weldon Spring Auto in St. Charles
January 30, 2017
Every year, your vehicle needs to be ready for our MO winter. The last thing we St. Charles drivers want is to get stranded out in the cold in MO. We need our vehicles to be safe and reliable. It's a good idea to get caught up on any neglected maintenance items anytime – but Read more...
Transmission Fluid
January 27, 2017
All drivers need to make sure they have enough transmission fluid and it is in good condition. If it runs low, the transmission will run hotter and possibly cause damage and won't have the protection it needs to cope with the added stress of towing. Transmission fluid breaks down and gets dirty over time. Whether Read more...
Alignments
December 28, 2016
You may notice your vehicle is pulling to one side or the other, or your steering wheel off center. Several things could cause a pull, one wheel can be knocked out of alignment from the rest by hitting a curb or one of the MANY potholes we have in St. Charles. This will cause the Read more...
Check Engine Light On?
November 30, 2016
If your check engine light is flashing, that means that something is wrong that could cause severe damage to the catalytic converter or other components. You shouldn't drive at highway speeds, tow or haul heavy loads. Take it easy all the way to Weldon Spring Automotive. If the light is glowing steadily, you should keep Read more...
