by Admin | Mar 5, 2025 | Chevy, Renault |
The US trade and economy are full of chaos and confusion, but there is one thing we know for sure at A1 Performance Auto Repair. Your vehicle parts are going to take a huge jump in price.
Head off Inflation
If you love foreign made vehicles, the best thing you can do is buy your new car now before the new tariffs happen. But if you think your Ford, GM, Dodge Ram are not going to be affected, think again. They are mostly foreign made, as well.
Even Tesla, a company that is currently bragging about being North American made, is actually only 50% USA made. By saying North American, they are trying to cover the fact that their car parts are being made in Canada. And Canada is subject to tariffs, just like Europe, Mexico and Asia.
If you’ve been putting off replacing brakes, shoring up the suspension, replacing car door locks and even changing out your tires, it is time to do all that work now. Tariffs will drive up the price on just about everything. If it isn’t the actual manufacturing of the product it is it’s parts that are foreign.
Where are Auto Parts Manufactured?
If you live in the USA, you probably think most of them are manufactured in the USA. But that is not correct.
Top Auto Part Manufacturers
- Robert Bosch GmbH – Germany
- Denso Corporation – Japan
- Continental AG – Germany
- ZF Friedrichshafen AG – Denmark
- Hyundai Motor Group – South Korea
- Aisin Corporation – Japan
- Magna International Inc. – Canada
- Valeo – France
- Lear Corporation – U.S.
Chances are excellent any repair on your vehicle is going to pay tariffs, raising the cost dramatically.
Schedule Today
We expect to be extremely busy in the coming months with the rush to get cars maintained and repaired before the costs rise 25-50%. Schedule your appointment today, so we can get you taken care of.
by Admin | Jun 20, 2021 | Renault
The all-grown-up Renault Captur has lots of onboard tech, a better interior, and an eye-catching exterior. The European SUV juggernaut has a strong level of standard equipment, flexibility, and style.
But despite these improvements, Captur has been subject to a few issues specific to the model. They include electrical problems.
Reported Electrical Problems
Users have reported several issues, and the most common are non-engine electrical faults. These affect the control of air conditioning and satellite navigation systems. Even though the brand has fixed these problems free of charge within the warranty period, they can show up much later.
There have also been several instances of the battery’s positive terminal coming into contact with the alternator’s heatsink. This has sometimes led to a short circuit that increases the risk of fire in the engine. The problem is common with Capturs manufactured before 24 July 2019 and installed with H4Bt engines. These models were affected by a recall.
Another problem has been with Capturs built after 2019, where the electrical wiring for the alternator could short circuit. A qualified technician can redirect the wiring as a mitigation measure and check the alternator to determine if replacement is necessary. A failed alternator cannot generate electricity that charges the battery, a problem usually translated as a bad battery.
Normally, modern car alternators rarely break down and often last up to 300,000 miles. But depending on how you use it, the component can still break down. Keep in mind that the alternator in a used car can be quite old and nearing its end.
On the other hand, Capturs that don’t start could have blown fuses. Inspect all fuses that are vital to the engine start, but be careful. Fuse boxes are under power and should be handled by experienced hands.
If you are having electrical or other mechanical problems with your Renault Captur and it’s out of warranty, A1 Performance can help. Contact us today!
by Admin | May 20, 2021 | Renault
Well-maintained Renaults are some of the most reliable European models giving owners years upon years of fault-free driving. But sometimes, a handful of problems, specific to the model, can arise. The diesel injection fault light is among the most common with Renault models.
The Diesel Injection Fault Light
You can’t wait to get into your comfortable and smooth-riding Renault and head to that important early business meeting. The everyday drive is a chunk of luxury and pleasure until that diesel injection fault light comes on. Could it get any worse?
The fault light indicates that all is not well with the injectors of the pressure regulator. The sensor itself could be on the way to a malfunction, or the wiring to the injection system has a fault. Other possible faults include defective glow plugs or a glow plug circuit failure. In particular instances, all these components may require replacement.
But before you make any conclusions or run diagnostics, check the basics. It could just be something minor.
If you haven’t changed the fuel filter for a while, A1 Performance European Auto Repair recommends you try changing it and see what happens. The diesel fuel injector cleaner should be your next stop to see if the problem goes away.
A well-equipped garage with state-of-the-art diagnostics machines will quickly pick the actual fault from the ECU of your Renault. An experienced and qualified mechanic will point out what is bugging your Renault by looking at the stored fault codes. This reduces the time spent shooting in the dark to identify the real problem and minimize the repair cost.
Is the diesel injection fault light getting on your nerves? A1 Performance European Auto Repair will help you out in the shortest time possible. We are here to help. Contact us today!
