Ft. Collins Auto Repair

It’s Not Just Oil: The Fluids That Keep Your Car Alive At some point, most of us have gotten the oil changed and thought, “Well, that’s the big one. I’m good for a while.” But under the hood and under the car, there’s a whole network of fluids working quietly to keep you safe, comfortable, and on the road. Ignore them too long, and they stop working quietly. So let’s talk about them. No pressure, no scare tactics. Just what you should know, why it matters, and how to keep your car running smoothly for years to come. Wait, I Need to Change My Brake Fluid? Yes, and here’s why: brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning it actually absorbs moisture from the air over time—even inside a sealed system. That water doesn’t just dilute the fluid, it lowers its boiling point, which can lead to brake fade in hard stops, or in the worst cases, brake failure. It’s not just an old car problem either. If you’ve had your car for thr ... read more

Is Your Car's AC Ready for a Fort Collins Summer? It always happens when you least expect it. You get in the car on a hot day, crank the AC, and wait for that cool blast of air. But instead of relief, you get warm air trickling from the vents. By the time you notice it, the heat has already made your commute miserable. And unfortunately, that's exactly how car AC problems show up—quietly, gradually, and right when you need it most. At Kings Auto Center in Fort Collins, we want to help you catch the problem early and avoid the scramble for a last-minute fix. Here's what every driver should know about their car's AC system before the temperatures really rise.   Why You Might Need More Than Just a Recharge A lot of drivers assume an AC recharge will solve their problem. Sometimes that’s true. But more often, low refrigerant is a symptom of a leak in the ... read more