Automotive News & Information - Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC

At Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, TX we know that your commercial vehicles are a vital part of your business. These vehicles are often more susceptible to damage as well. In order to preserve the life of these vehicles, it's important to get your fleet or commercial vehicles properly maintained.

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Transmission malfunctions are sometimes hard to pin down and might even go unnoticed. A transmission slip can manifest itself in a lot of different ways because there’s not a universal or consistent way to describe it. Since it will vary based on the vehicle, how bad the issue is, and what components are at fault, here are some symptoms to look for in your vehicle.

The turbo on your diesel pickup is a precision engineered component. As a result, proper maintenance is essential to keeping it going strong. At tens or even hundreds of thousands of RPM, keeping everything in good shape is absolutely necessary. Fortunately, turbos don’t really require any special maintenance - they just make the maintenance you do all the more important.

At Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, TX, we see our fair share of warning lights and dashboard notifications. If your ABS light is illuminated, here’s what you need to know.

Auxiliary transmission coolers are one of many ways the aftermarket can improve the quality and durability of your vehicle. From Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, TX, here’s some information concerning auxiliary coolers, why you might need one, and what it can do for you.

If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, you’re likely no stranger to dashboard warning lights. Increasingly, a common source of headache for many operators is the ABS, or Anti-lock Braking System light. Here’s what you need to know from Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, TX.

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Exhaust systems are one of the most neglected aspects of most vehicles. Exhaust pipes, catalytic converters, and mufflers are exposed to heat, emissions, and road damage. While your exhaust system is fairly simple and straightforward, these conditions mean it is inherently prone to rust and damage. As a result, this system is often one of the first systems you will have trouble with on your car.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors which are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, TX, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.