BEAR AUTO REPAIR

Fall is already upon us and winter will be here before we know it. This means colder weather along with wet and icy roads. You want your car to be ready to handle these driving conditions. Fox Run Auto in Bear, DE has put together these 10 simple maintenance tips that will help you get your vehicle ready for the fall and winter months. 1. Replace Your Wiper Blades When the rain comes, you want to make sure your wiper blades are doing their job. Now is the perfect time to get them replaced before visibility becomes a problem. 2. Check Your Tires You want tires that have good tread and even wear to grip the wet and icy roads. Get your wheels and tires checked out and make sure to rotate them regularly. Getting a wheel alignment test is also a smart move. 3. Test Your Battery Cold weather can really put a lot of strain on your car's battery ... read more

Fluid leaks are fairly common, especially the older that your vehicle gets. There are so many small parts that can wear out over time (nuts, bolts, rubber gaskets and other seals) or just become loose. This may allow vital fluids to escape from your vehicle.  A small leak may not seem like a big deal at first, but it is not something you want to ignore. After all, it could turn into a major problem down the road if left alone. With this in mind, here are some of the things you will want to do as a responsible vehicle owner when you notice any kind of fluid leak. Identifying the Fluid First, it helps to identify which type of fluid it is and that may determine the urgency with which you need to address the leak. Certainly, if it's a fuel leak, that is something extremely concerning and you will want it addressed as soon as humanly possible. Otherwise, use this Fox Run Auto ... read more

The more modern the vehicle, the more advanced its operating systems will be. Your car has multiple sensors throughout its assembly. They are connected to the computer and there to let you know if there are potential problems with certain vehicle components. Sensors can sometimes fail and produce faulty warnings. In most cases, however, they do exactly what they are supposed to do in order to help keep your vehicle running its best and to keep you safe while on the road. Some vehicles have more sensors than others. Every manufacturer will do things a little differently and the more modern the vehicle, the more sensors it will likely have. The list below will highlight some of the most common automotive sensors that you need to know about. Oxygen Sensor — This is located in the exhaust system and is there to monitor the relative amounts of oxygen to the exhaust gasses being expelled from the ... read more

It's already August and the summer is almost over. Before long, the kids will be back in school and it will be back to life as usual. It's easy to understand why this month is one of the most popular times to take road trips and family vacations. However, before you pack everyone (and everything) into the car for a long drive, it's important to make sure your vehicle is running its best. Whether it's a car, truck, SUV, minivan or RV, the folks at Fox Run Auto have got you covered with all the vehicle maintenance services you'll need: Oil Change Your vehicle absolutely needs an oil and oil filter change every 3,000-5,000 miles (depending on factory recommendations) to keep vital engine parts properly lubricated. You don't want to risk causing major engine damage that will be expensive to repair. Getting your oil changed right before a big road trip is always a go ... read more

Wheel alignment is something a lot of vehicle owners tend to overlook until it becomes a problem or until a mechanic points it out. The simple fact is you want your wheels and tires to be in proper alignment on every axis. It will greatly improve the performance and handling of your car, as well as your safety as a driver. Let's take a look at some of the most important benefits of proper wheel alignment, as outlined by the auto repair experts at Fox Run Auto in Bear, DE: 1. Increased Fuel Efficiency When your wheels are properly aligned, your vehicle simply does not need to work as hard to get down the road. This puts less stress on many different systems and ultimately will help provide better fuel economy. Over time, the cost to get your wheels checked and realigned as needed can actually pay for itself with gas savings. 2. Improved Sa ... read more