Albany Auto Repair

At Adams Autoworx Albany we offer comprehensive Toyota services and repairs for residents of Albany, Kensington, El Cerrito and Berkeley. Our full service auto repair and new tires facility is conveniently located on San Pablo Avenue in Albany, CA. Whether your Toyota needs maintenance, diagnostics, or major repairs, you can bring it to Adams Autoworx knowing that our nationally ASE certified technicians will take great care of your vehicle. Our modern Albany auto care facility offers friendly service as well as full range of automotive repairs. Whether your Toyota Corolla needs new brake pads, or your Toyota Camry requires check engine light diagnostics, our technicians will get your car repaired and ready for the road. With all services and repairs we offer free digital vehicle inspection, to provide transparency and offer our clients an electronic copy of the results so they are up-to-date on the condition of their vehicle. While on the subject of digital tools, our technicians ar ... read more

Your Toyota was designed and manufactured by the finest production facilities on the planet – the Toyota Production System. Yet for all the wonderful design and engineering that goes into your Toyota, the lowly oil change is still the most important service that needs to be performed regularly. Engine oil not only lubricates the engine, but also carries out gunk and debris that naturally occur as a result of many parts moving in close proximity, and age related deterioration of various parts of the system. While most of these impurities get filtered out by the oil filter, both the motor oil and the filter need to be regularly changed. If you should skip that vital service, your Toyota’s engine will suffer from less effective lubrication, and its lifespan will be decreased. That’s because engine oil deteriorates due to heat and usage. Oil filter also has limited capacity, so if you do not have oil change performed at the right interval, it will not be able to properl ... read more

Your Toyota will need wheel alignment about once a year – most vehicles do. The sorry state of the Bay Area roads may necessitate more frequent alignment, as even hitting a pothole can throw the wheels out of alignment. If the wheels are not properly aligned, you will find accelerated tire wear, and a bit less control over the vehicle, fuel efficiency may suffer a bit as well. Since the tires wear out gradually, the changes might not be noticeable at first, but if the tires are out of alignment, over time the signs of tire wear will be unmistakable. At Adams Autoworx Albany we offer full service tire alignment on a computerized tire alignment machine. We provide this service not only to individual car owners, but also to a number of local auto repair shops who trust us with properly aligning their clients’ vehicles. We recommend yearly wheel alignment check – the cost of this service pays for itself in extended tire life and better mileage. The procedure can be per ... read more

Every vehicle comes with a power steering system that allows us to turn the steering wheel quickly and easily. Like many other systems in the car, the power steering requires fluid to keep its different parts (including valves, pistons, hoses and power pumps) working. Without the power steering fluid, turning the steering wheel of your Toyota would be difficult, and it would only be a matter of time before the pump and other related components would get damaged. While this fluid doesn’t get burnt off like motor oil, grit and grime can accumulate over time. When this happens, the fluid loses its effectiveness and needs to be replaced. Signs your Toyota is due for a power steering fluid replacement service Most of us acknowledge the importance of changing the power steering fluid but not many know when to do that. The following are signs that usually indicate that it’s time to change the power steering fluid. Manufacturer’s recommendation ... read more

Toyota Battery Replacement in Albany, CA Your Toyota’s battery must be in top condition if it will be able to start your vehicle and power other electronic components. While the average lifespan of a car battery is 4-5 years, it may last longer or die sooner, especially since weather, automotive care and other factors are involved. It’s best to plan on replacing the battery every 5 years, so you never face a no-start situation. Car batteries seldom die suddenly. There are often warning signs that tell you that your battery is starting to go. Here are the top signs. Struggles to start  A clear-cut sign that your Toyota’s battery needs a replacement is if you’re having trouble starting your car. You turn the key only to find that it is slow to fire up. The lights may even begin flicker and your vehicle makes an unusual noise. All these likely indicate a failing battery. Battery is cracked, swollen or leaking ... read more