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Spring Maintenance Checklist For Your Vehicle
There is no coincidence why April is called the National Car Care Month. April marks the end of winter ice and unsafe road conditions. As you prepare for warm-weather driving in summer, it is critical to prep your car. That means partnering with a...
Why You Should Not Overlook Oil Leaks
At Bay Diagnostics in Brooklyn a common problem we see with European vehicles is oil leaks. The good thing about being in business for over 40 years is when it comes to oil leaks, we’ve seen them all, know what to look for and how to repair them...
What Is An Engine Misfire?
An engine misfire is a failure in the sequence of events during combustion. Generally, combustion involves the induction of fuel and air into the combustion chamber, compression of the fuel inside the cylinder, power supply from the spark, and the...
We Offer More Than Your Typical Oil Change
If you are one of those who drive their vehicle daily, the busy city traffic might be taking a greater toll on the vehicle than you may realize. We strongly believe, and it is our experience, that it isn't simply enough to take the vehicle to a...
Are Vehicle Pre-purchase Inspections Worth The Cost?
A pre-purchase inspection is done when the customer brings in a used vehicle to the nearest shop to have it checked for mechanic and safety issues. From there, the technician will check both front and rear lights, test your brakes, and check over...
How To Prevent Cold Weather From Killing Your Battery
For 40 years Bay Diagnostic has been the chosen auto repair shop in Brooklyn for European vehicles, needless to say we know a thing or two about car batteries. Simply put, batteries don’t like cold weather like we get here in Brooklyn. This article...
How Can I Figure Out What’s Wrong With My Vehicle?
Having trouble with your car making strange sounds, warning lights flashing, smoking, or finding unexplained leaks? These are all warning signs of potentially larger issues going on underneath the hood of your car. In this article, we discuss...
A Properly Functioning Cooling System Can Help Avoid Breakdowns
Your car's engine works hard. And as it works, its temperature rises. The cooling system in your vehicle is responsible for channeling the extra heat out into the air. It circulates a liquid coolant (antifreeze) through your engine and out to the...
Common Problems Every Bmw Owner Should Know About
BMW continues to be one of the largest brands in the automotive industry and BMW owners drive them for a reason, performance. BMW’s are meant to be driven. Not only do BMW’s offer superior performance, they also host a number of features and...
Signs Of A Failing Bmw Water Pump
A vastly important part of your BMW's operation is the cooling system. This system is needed to pump coolant throughout the engine in order to regulate its temperature. Without it, the engine would run at such high heat that it would quickly...

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