Lakewood and Arvada / Westminster Auto Repair

It's officially September, which means fall is here. As you may know, seasonal changes can affect your vehicle in many different ways. As a result, it's necessary to prepare for autumn's cool air by performing essential maintenance tasks. Bring your vehicle to Pickering's Auto Service so our Master ASE Certified Technicians can inspect your vehicle's critical components and identify any inherent issues before they become serious ones. Below are five key tips to keep your vehicle in top shape throughout the fall (and upcoming winter).   Tip #1: Inspect brake pads.  It's no surprise that your brakes are critical to your safety; without them, your vehicle will not be able to slow down to a stop. Your brakes should be a top priority on your maintenance list. If the brake pads have less than 3 millimeters of area left, it's time to have them ... read more

  When Do I Need an Oil Change? WHY IT'S JUST BETTER TO GET THAT OIL CHANGE DONE! Although a lot of you out there try to “push the limits” for your oil change intervals, there are some good reasons why you may not want to wait.  Depending on the vehicle and oil that’s used consistently, the time between oil changes could range anywhere from 3,000 to 10,000 miles most generally, according to the owner’s manual. Your driving environment also plays a role in how long you can wait for your next oil and filter service; road dust and dirt could mean you need changes sooner. Having said this, at Pickering’s Auto Service, we recommend servicing your vehicle based off the 3,000 miles for standard oil and 5,000 miles on synthetic. Now, if you go 1,000 miles over, will that make your vehicle brake down tomorrow? No, most likely not. However, it is important to know that on many newer vehicles that take full synthetic oil, many ... read more