engine

Once you’ve got your fleet vehicle or commercial truck back on the road, it’s important to take the proper steps to keep it that way. At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID we have you covered. Sometimes engines just wear out - but there’s a good chance your last engine took a turn for the worst as a result of maintenance issues that went unnoticed or weren’t taken care of in time. 

4X4 vehicle in desert

Is your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax diesel a four-wheel drive? At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, our goal is to help you maintain your four-wheel drive so that it can last you for years to come. Our professional technicians at Blue Lakes Auto Repair are here to make sure your truck stays ready for anything.

fuel

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we know that fuel contamination is one of the priciest and most problematic issues that may plague a diesel engine. There are a variety of issues that cause contamination in fuel. Knowing these issues will help drivers become aware of fuel contamination and hopefully prevent these issues. 

emissions testing being done on a vehicle

On modern vehicles, the PCV system (Positive Crankcase Ventilation System) is essential to ensuring your car or truck is ready to go when you are and remains a long-lasting, reliable vehicle. It’s much more than just emissions control - your PCV system serves multiple purposes and is quite interesting! How does it work, and what are those purposes?  Here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we have those answers for you!

oil being poured into car

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we understand all too well the importance of changing your oil regularly. Three to five thousand miles sounds like a lot, but it doesn’t really take that long to rack them up. The busier you are, the more you probably drive, and the more likely you are to forget it’s time to change your oil. Here are some reasons to pay attention to your oil changes, and help you better understand why oil changes are so important.

two technicians working on a vehicle

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, precision and quality are our top priorities. That’s why we always employ ASE certified technicians - but what does that mean for you?

technician inspecting the tire and rim

Hitting a pothole always hurts - you may not be sure exactly what happens when you hit a pothole, but you can tell it’s not good for your car, truck, or SUV. Here are issues caused by potholes, and what to watch out for if you hit a really rough one, from Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID.

vehicle with smoke coming out the back

No matter what type of fleet vehicles or commercial trucks you maintain, the fuel system on your diesel is an integral part of keeping you on the road. Gas systems are pretty simple - there’s basically just a pump that pushes gasoline to the injectors. Diesels are a bit more complicated.

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Blue Lakes Auto Repair

490 Washington St S
Twin Falls, ID 83301
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