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Is your engine on the way out? If it’s already kicked the bucket, then case closed - however, there are a number of other indicators that your engine is about to go, even if it’s still running at the moment. From Automotive Solutions in Lenoir City, TN, here are some signs of trouble that predict an imminent engine failure is in the cards for your car, truck, or SUV.

Transmission

Jasper Engines and Transmissions is proudly announcing their newly expanded availability of remanufactured GM 6T40/45/50 FWD and AWD transmissions. These 6-speed transmissions are electronically controlled and available for a variety of GM vehicles.

Your tires are obviously important. However, it’s often underappreciated how much of a difference they make in the ride quality of your car, truck, or SUV, and what they can tell you about the condition of your vehicle. At Automotive Solutions in Lenoir City, TN, we like to keep you well informed on what your vehicle is telling you, and how to keep it in good shape. Your tires have a lot to do with that.

Your alternator is a central component on any engine. The alternator is responsible for powering anything electronic on your vehicle, including the coils that fire your spark plugs (unless it’s a diesel). At Automotive Solutions in Lenoir City, TN, we know a bad alternator when we see one - here’s how you can spot one too.

Excellent job on brakes and rotors. My '05 feels brand new. - Wendy B.

Has your brake master cylinder gone bad? How would you know? What even is it? Automotive Solutions in Lenoir City, TN has the answers.

Your brake master cylinder is an integral part of your brake system. When one fails, some odd symptoms may arise, and it may be difficult to diagnose. Here’s some information to help you decide if yours has given out on you.

Failed engine mounts are an irritating issue to live with causing your car or truck to vibrate and you don't know why. At Automotive Solutions in Lenoir City, TN, we can help, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive and it is an easy issue to detect on a test drive.

There are a few indicators your engine mounts need to be replaced. For one, you can do a visual inspection, if they’re accessible enough - if they looked cracked, smashed, or dry-rotted, it’s probably time for new ones. If the engine visibly shakes while it’s running, engine mounts are also likely the culprit. However, if you are like most drivers you simply get in and drive on down the road until something is different or a light comes on! Then you call our shop for help!

What condition are your tires in? At Automotive Solutions in Lenoir City, TN, we want to make sure you can tell. A simple visual inspection is all you need - it’s easy if you know what to look for.