Downey Auto Repair

Are you a Honda owner? Are you looking for quality, affordable Downey Honda service you can trust? If so, then you’ve come to the right place. If you drive a Honda vehicle in the Downey, CA area, then Glenn’s Auto Service is your repair shop for all of your Honda vehicle needs. Merry Christmas from Glenn’s Auto Service in Downey But before we tell you more about our excellent Honda service, we want to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas. We hope you have a wonderful time no matter how you celebrate this special time of year. We wish you the best and hope you have a safe and happy holiday season. We hope you don’t need any kind of auto repair during the holidays, but we know that cars can break down at any time, and there are always vehicles that need some kind of service. So, if you need to get any ... read more

Have you noticed screeching from your brakes lately? Do they feel a little soft when you try stopping? Does your vehicle roll to a stop instead of braking right when you want to? These are all signs that your brakes need service. Getting brakes replaced in Downey is easy at Glenn’s Auto Shop. We get the job done right and we get you back on the road quickly. Top Signs Your Vehicle Needs a Brake Job – Brakes Downey Your brakes are vital to safely operate your vehicle, so if you notice any problems, you should get them checked as soon as possible. There are several signs to look for if you’re not sure your vehicle is due for a brake service. Here’s what to watch, or listen, for. Screeching Sounds – In most cases, you’ll realize something needs some attention when you start to hear an unusual noise. It’s typically a loud screeching sound that you can’t miss. This could just be brake dust built up on your ... read more

You probably never give your catalytic converter a second thought. In fact, most people probably don’t even know what a catalytic converter is, or what it does. And for the most part, unless something goes wrong, you don’t really need to worry about it. But unfortunately, these are crazy times, and this particular car part has become a big target for thieves, especially the Toyota Prius. That’s why installing a catalytic converter shield is so important. Why Catalytic Converters Are Important? Like a lot of parts on your vehicle, you never really see your catalytic converter, but they do play an important role in your vehicle’s performance. It’s part of the exhaust system and it acts as an emissions control device. All of those harmful gases your engine creates, end up passing through your catalytic converter. Your converter then transforms these gases into carbon dioxide and water vapor. And that means fewer pollutants from in vehicle&r ... read more

The busy holiday season is in full swing now, which means if you’re like most people you have a lot on your plate; more than just leftover stuffing and turkey. On top of all of the usual things to worry about, people are busy buying gifts, sending cards, decorating their homes and visiting family. Vacation time and travel are also common during this time of the year. With all of that going on, it’s easy to forget about your vehicle. As long as it’s driving smoothly and getting you where you need to be, what’s to worry about, right? There’s no need to contact a Downey mechanic. Well, that’s not always true. No one likes to spend a lot of money on auto repair. And everyone hates being without his or her vehicle when something goes wrong. That’s why the best way to avoid those two problems is to have your vehicle serviced regularly. And the best way to do that is to get your routine schedule mainte ... read more

With Thanksgiving here, we have officially entered the Holiday Season. And that means holiday travel. Even though, we generally don’t have to worry about inclement weather in the Downey area, many people still do a lot of traveling to other parts of the state, or to other parts of the country. And with COVID-19 still spreading, air travel has slowed down considerably. That means if you are traveling somewhere this Thanksgiving or Christmas, you most likely will be using your vehicle. So, now is a perfect time to make sure your vehicle is ready for the season with trusted Downey, CA auto repair. Seasonal Road-Trip Checklist There are several basic things you can do to get your vehicle ready for seasonal travel. You can do many of these things on your own. And anything you can’t take care of yourself, we’ll handle for you. 1. Check your tires– a good place to start is with your t ... read more