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There will come a time when your car’s engine has reached the end of its life and it will either need to be rebuilt or replaced. There are some signs that your car’s engine needs to be rebuilt that Pit Shop Auto Repair is going to list below. It’s important to bring your vehicle to…

Vacuum is more important to your automobile’s engine than you realize. Your automobile uses a vacuum that is produced in the combustion chamber to power accessories and components. If you end up with a vacuum leak through one of the vacuum hoses, your vehicle’s performance will be affected. Pit Shop Auto Repair lists the signs…

You might think that it’s impossible for your car to overheat in the winter when it’s cold out, but Pit Shop Auto Repair wants you to know that it’s actually common for people to experience overheating in colder months if there is something wrong with their automobiles. Let’s talk about the common reasons why cars…

A completely quiet car isn’t normal. A loud car definitely is not normal and is probably a sign of a problem. You should be able to hear your radio and conversation, and not rattling, squeaking, or anything else repetitive and loud. Pit Stop Auto Repair of Libertyville, Illinois might be able to hear you coming in,…

Your vehicle’s water pump can last about 100,000 miles, but it’s a good idea to have the pump replaced beforehand per the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations, which is usually between 60,000 miles and 90,000 miles. Replacing it early is not a ploy to get money out of you. The water pump has the crucial job of…

Winters in Illinois is fast approaching. And you know that they can get brutal. That is why The Pit Shop Garage, your auto repair shop in Libertyville, IL is happy to offer you these three cold weather and winter driving tips. Your vehicle must be ready for all kinds winter traveling. Whether it’s during the…

Suspension problems can start small and end up big and expensive. It’s important to take care of your automobile’s suspension just as well as you take care of the rest of your car. Pit Shop Auto Repair can diagnose and repair any suspension problem your car, truck, or utility vehicle might have. Here are common…

You’re looking forward to Thanksgiving with your parents and your mother’s world-famous pumpkin pie; you aren’t looking forward to the drive. Hours in the car both ways with the kids whining is the only downside of this holiday weekend, and now is the time to have your vehicle serviced to ensure you don’t add hours…

Fall is in full swing. And you’ve been doing the usual running around all summer and during the beginning of school. Isn’t it about time you made sure your vehicle gets checked out for the fall and winter?  Pit Shop Auto Repair, your auto shop in Libertyville, IL is here to provide you with these…

We are so lucky we get to live in Libertyville, IL. We have the best of both worlds; suburban charm with Chicago about an hour away. When you’re 5 miles from Lake Michigan, you get pretty cold in the winter, and driving in these conditions is dangerous, not only because of the weather but also…