Brooklyn Park Auto Repair

Don’t Let Car HVAC Issues Put the Freeze on Your Plans Minnesotans know that a working car heater is a godsend in the colder months. And your car heater provides more than just comfort - it’s essential for defrosting ice from your windshield. That said, you’ll want to address any car heater concerns ASAP. AutoPro Auto Service can quickly diagnose and repair any car heater issues so you can drive comfortably and safely without visibility issues. Schedule an appointment with one of our ASE Certified technicians by calling (763) 703-6172. Or keep reading to learn more about the potential culprits of a malfunctioning heater. First Things First, Check the Basics Verify your temperature control settings. Your climate control could be set to only defrost for a few minutes after starting the vehicle.Make sure the dashboard vents are open and positioned to effectively distribute air.Check under t ... read more

Toyota Service Near Fridley, MN: Dealership Amenities, Personal Service Regular maintenance can help keep your Toyota running smoothly in 2024 and years to come. But you don’t need to deal with the hassle and hustle of a Toyota dealership for top-notch service. AutoPro provides quality Toyota service tailored to your vehicle’s make and model with customer service tailored to your individual needs. We know most customers by name when they walk through the door and consider you our neighbor - not a number. Understanding When Your Toyota Needs to be Serviced Most drivers know their vehicle needs service when it runs differently than usual or if the check engine light comes on. But what about routine maintenance to catch preventable mechanical issues before they develop into something more costly? Toyota recommends service every six months or 5,000 miles, whichever comes first. Anytime you plan a long road trip, you should also take your Toyota in for ... read more

Finally, winter is in the rearview mirror in Minnesota. It’s the perfect time to plan your summer road trip getaways and relaxing vacations. But before you hit the road, don’t forget one of the simplest ways to beat the heat: ensuring your vehicle’s AC unit is functioning correctly. Most of us take our AC for granted, but when it doesn’t work, we realize quickly just how much we appreciate air conditioning. Don’t let vehicle issues thwart your summer plans. Staying up to date with vehicle maintenance and getting ahead of any developing issues can help. If you’re in need of car AC repair near Fridley, give AutoPro a call to schedule your appointment at: (763) 703-6172 and keep cool this summer! Award Winning Customer Service & Quality: AC Repair You Can Trust Worried about the time and stress of taking your car in before your summer trip? AutoPro Auto Service understands your time is valuable and can get your air conditioning uni ... read more

We rely heavily on our vehicles for commuting to work, picking up our children from school, and errands. When the dreaded check engine light starts glowing in your car it can throw a wrench in your daily plans and leave you wondering if your vehicle is safe to drive. Keep reading to learn all you need to know about the check engine light and how to get it serviced in Fridley, MN.  What Does it Mean When Your Check Engine Light Comes On? The check engine light, also called the malfunction indicator lamp, is a signal from the car's engine computer that something is wrong with your vehicle. But how do you know exactly how serious or what issue is causing the light to trigger?  As a rule of thumb, most vehicles have two colors for the check engine light: Solid Yellow or Amber Symbol: Typically implies that there is a less urgent issue with your vehicle. Flashing light or Red Symbol: Generally implies a more severe issue requirin ... read more

This blog is especially timely, especially this year with all the snow.  Your friends at AutoPro auto service in Brooklyn Park want you to be prepared! We are your local source for expert car repair in Brooklyn Park, Champlin and Fridley. Next time you need car service, truck repair or SUV repair call AutoPro Auto Service in Brooklyn Park and get the job done right! Today we are going to start a series on Winter driving that includes “what to do if you get stuck in the ditch” in a Metropolitan area like the Twin Cities followed with what to do if you are traveling “in the sticks” and you get stuck.   This will include Winter driving preparedness tips including some survival know how! So you are thinking about driving in the Twin Cities Metro during a stormy winter morning.  The weather guys on the TV said stay home.  That’s the first thing to consider.  Planning ahead, if you can wait to drive then by all means do so ... read more

Our last blog contained some great trips about getting your car ready for a Winter storm!  Today we are going to discuss  Winter travel tips to keep you and your family safe! If you are from Minnesota, you have probably noticed it's much more treacherous to drive when the temperature is at or near freezing.  Why?  On roadways, water forms when temps rise above 32 and can create new ice conditions when the temp drops below 32! Do you know what tends to freeze first?  Bridges and overpasses.  This is because they freeze from both the top and the bottom!  So be aware!  Also, low-lying areas and shadowed areas can attract ice because the temps may be cooler! If you accumulated a lot of snow on your vehicle from being parked outside during a snow-storm, be sure to remove all the extra snow so that you can be seen and see everyone else clearly!  We’ve all seen the big truck driving down the highway with a cloud of blowing snow bl ... read more

Winter Storm Coming?  Here’s some tips to get your car and yourself ready!!!  1) Check your fuel gauge!  you don't want to start the day with a fresh blanket of snow and an empty tank! fill your tank up in advance that does a couple of things first you know you've got enough gas to keep warm in case you have and they counter with a ditch and secondly each tank of of gas $20 worth 20 gallons worth will add about 120 pounds of gasoline to the rear axle for more traction!  2) Be ready for drive combat!  Get ready for snowy driving by having your car facing forward into the street so you can push through any drifts or snow plow residue rather than having to back into it! facing forward gives you the momentum that you might need just to get out of the driveway!  3) Most folks don't think about checking their windshield wiper reservoir before a big storm!  Make sure that your reservoir is full.  Windshield fluid is ... read more

Photo by Lucas Ludwig on Unsplash   Welcome to the new blog for May! It’s been a slow process coming back from the pandemic, and some places are still struggling. That’s eaten into people’s spring break time and our sense of adventure. We hope you’ve had some safe experiences out this spring.    If you haven’t (due to being busy), we’d like to offer you a chance at your own badly-needed break. Here are five great suggestions that we’ve pulled from Minnesota Monthly’s Guide to Spring Getaways. Consider making one of these trips as a weekend excursion!   H ... read more

Welcome to our new blog! This month, we’re talking about what fluid exchanges, or flushes, can do for the life of your vehicle. Do you want your car to last a lifetime? Replacing fluids is the key to having a reliable car to go to work, school, vacation, or other activities. Why walk when we have a perfectly sustainable car?  Here are four things fluid exchanges can do for your car: Exchanges prolong the life of your car - Fluids are a secret to longevity for your vehicle. If you would like to extend your car’s life, you must focus on the fluids. Changing your fluids is highly recommended. The reality is how many miles you have accumulated and the years will add up, and if the fluids are not functional, this will cause significant damage to your car. Add a regular schedule to have your fluid changes and a car’s maintenance routine, and you will absolutely improve your car’s life.  They prevent damage to systems - A car’s fluid is vital to an au ... read more

When you’re planning to go on a long road trip, you now have the option of abandoning terrestrial radio for satellite radio stations to keep music neutral for the party. But that’s not the only option available. You can download Spotify lists and other streaming services to a device for playback. And in many cases, you can load MP3 files directly into the onboard memory of the entertainment system via USB thumb drives.  The space available for your playlist can be a blessing or a curse when planning music for a long playlist. Remember that your local library has a rich vault of music CDs you can check out to help build your playlist. If this is the very first time you're hearing of a particular band, remember that you can research them on YouTube to discover what the most relevant tracks are. Here are some tips for making your music selection something everyone can enjoy: Pick crowd-pleasers. You might be a real superfan of an obscure Springsteen track, but the c ... read more