Repair Services

  • Brakes - how do they work?

    car brakes in depth look

    At Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, we know that in order to keep your truck in good shape, it helps to know how it works. Here’s a quick rundown of a system that’s very important, but you take for granted until there’s a problem; your brakes.  While there is a multitude of configurations and levels of complexity in automotive brake systems, they all essentially work the same way. Disregarding anti-lock brake systems and the like, this is how braking works in its simplest form.

  • Can’t shift out of Park?

    There may come a day when you go to shift your vehicle out of “Park”, and the shifter refuses to move. Perhaps you are already experiencing this issue intermittently, or currently have a vehicle stuck in park. While this is a serious inconvenience, it doesn’t necessarily indicate a serious problem; let Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA put your mind at ease.

  • Changed Your Oil Lately?

    oil change funnel on an engine

    If you drive a Dodge, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup, you know the amount of hard work your truck puts in. You may also be aware that diesels run a little dirtier than your average gas burner. At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, our goal is to keep your Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke truck on the road for many miles to come. A huge part of that is keeping your oil maintained.

  • Experiencing A Loud Radiator Fan?

    mechanic working on radiator fan

    At Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, we know how irritating an issue with your truck can be, even if it doesn’t immediately affect your vehicle’s performance. One such problematic issue, the excessively loud radiator cooling fan, is a common plague many automobile owners will experience.

  • Feels Like Trouble (Is your vehicle driving right?)

    Nobody knows your vehicle better than you; if you suspect it isn’t driving the way it used to, there’s a good chance you’re correct. The truth of the matter is there are countless reasons and remedies for such a broad subject, but Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA has compiled a list of a few common problems that can cause a vehicle to drive poorly.

  • Have an Off Track Window in Your Vehicle? Here's What to Do

    Car windows

    Automotive windows are one of those things that you take for granted, until something goes wrong. One of the more irritating issues a window can develop, is dislocating from its track while attempting to roll it up or down. Why does this happen, and how do you fix it? At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, we’ve got answers to your questions and solutions to your problems.

  • How Critical Are Belts On Your Vehicle?

    drive belt

    Your drive belts are simple but integral components to the function of your car, truck, or SUV. At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, belts are one of the first things we assess when looking over a vehicle, as they alone are in charge of operating your AC, water pump, alternator, and power steering.

  • How to Reduce Your Vehicle Maintenance Costs

    Man working under the hood of his vehicle

    If you want to avoid nasty and unexpected surprise maintenance costs, sticking to a regimented schedule of preventative maintenance is something you are going to want to get used to. The reason being is simple – frequent maintenance will keep your vehicle in good health, ensuring you get the most out of all those expensive-to-replace parts. While it might sound counterintuitive, the best way to reduce maintenance costs is to stick to a prescribed maintenance schedule.

  • How To Test Your Shocks

    shocks

    Ride quality is an essential part of your driving experience. At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, we strive to keep your car, truck, or SUV as smooth and comfortable to drive as the day it came off the lot. Your shock absorbers play a huge role in ride quality; here’s what you should know.

  • Is It Time To Replace Your Ball Joints?

    separated ball joint that needs to be replaced

    We know you’re busy. At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, we also know that while there are certain issues with your car, truck, or SUV you can ignore for a while, some of them shouldn’t wait. While serious issues are often obvious, sometimes they aren’t - ball joints are one such case.

  • Is Your Truck Pulling To The Side? What Does That Mean?

    Does your steering wheel feel like it’s fighting you when trying to drive in a straight line? Does your truck turn too aggressively when you try to go one direction, and poorly when you try to go another? There are a few possibilities as to what it means if your truck resists going in a straight line. Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading has the answers for you.

  • Is Your Vehicle Not Steering Right?

    steering wheel

    Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of driving. At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, we believe in making sure you have the best vehicle possible, whether you’re driving across town or traveling long distances.

  • Is Your Vehicle Not Steering Right?

    Person driving with hands on the steering wheel

    Good steering is an underrated, and often neglected aspect of driving. At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, we believe in making sure you have the best vehicle possible, whether you’re driving across town or traveling long distance.

  • Low Tires Are Real Trouble For Your Vehicle

    tire flat on a vehicle

    It is often the last thing you check and statistically, most people ignore their tires, yet tires are undoubtedly a critical safety component on a vehicle. Here at Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, we know where the rubber meets the road affects traction, handling, steering, stability, and braking. Because of this, sudden tire failure can have serious consequences, especially if it occurs when operating at high speeds. We thought it important to share the real facts about tires for our area drivers.

  • Myths of Motor Oil

    engine oil

    Everyone from mechanics, to your uncle that works on cars, has at some point given you advice concerning engine oil. The fact of the matter is that while we are familiar with words like “synthetic” and “oil weight,” many people don’t know exactly what the terminology means, or why common knowledge about oil exists in the form that it does. At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, we keep things clear and simple. The more you know about your vehicle, the better equipped you are to keep it maintained, and we know a thing or two about vehicles. We have compiled a short list of common myths for you, most of which you’ve heard, but maybe never second guessed.

  • Need Of New Brake Pads?

    man driving

    Do you need new brake pads? Most of the time, if you think you do, the answer is yes. While a lot of auto parts stores sell brake pads with lifetime warranties, don’t be misled...brake pads will still wear down.

  • Prevent Your Transmission from Overheating

    man broke down on side of road with hands on head

    At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, we’ll explore a condition that has a lot of potentials to cause your transmission harm; overheating.

  • Tips for Improving the Longevity of Your Clutch

    Car clutch

    At Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, we’ve witnessed our fair share of burnt out and broken clutches. While clutch failure is an inevitability, there are a variety of ways to make sure yours lasts as long as possible.

  • Understanding Your Vehicles Thermostat

    At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, we’re not only here to fix your car when something goes wrong...we’re here to help you understand your car, truck, or SUV a little better, too. Here are some tips concerning your thermostat - how it works, what to watch out for, and what to do about it when one fails.

  • What Is a Transmission “Flush”?

    transmission fluid being poured into vehicle

    You’ve probably heard the term “transmission flush” before at some point in your automotive experience. But what exactly does it mean to have your transmission flushed, and why does it matter? Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA has the answers.

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(610) 948-1100

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