Minneapolis Auto Repair

Common tire problems are something almost every car owner universally has dealt with in one way or another.  Many drivers dealing with tire problems for the very first time feel overwhelmed by the many possible explanations as to why their vehicle's wheels might be malfunctioning. In this article we will give you a comprehensive guide for diagnosing & fixing many common tire problems you may come across when driving on the road. Identifying The Problem: When identifying whether your cars tires are malfunctioning or not-- many people will state it will be self explanatory just based on how it feels driving the car. Although this may seem simple in theory-- identifying exactly what is happening with your wheels is essential in expediting the diagnosing process by ruling out other possible explanations & focusing on one specific issue at hand. This means being aware of many common tire problem symptoms-- such ... read more

Summer is here, meaning it's time to experience new things, make memories, and hit the road with your family & friends. One thing many people do not consider when they are making their travel plans, is the need to do summer road trip prep for their vehicle.  More often than not, many drivers underestimate the importance of getting your car checked out by a technician before an important trip or family vacation, leading to problems such as a broken down car on the road, coolant problems, a malfunctioning engine, to name a few. That's why getting your vehicle looked at before any big summer vacation plans is essential to keeping you and your vehicle safe. Step 1: What You Can Do Before bringing your car into an auto shop, simple maintenance checks can give you a rough idea of your vehicles condition, example ... read more

    Electric vehicles are now becoming the future of the automotive industry.  From their easy to use interfaces to their sleek designs, these cars have solidified their place in history & have shown that they are here to stay.  But along with the advantages of being more energy efficient and better for the climate, there are some problems that can come with owning an electric car, which is why in this article we will show you how to identify some common electrical car problems you may run into when driving your electric vehicle. Battery Degradation & Why It HappensBattery Degradation refers to the common occurrence of electrical car batteries diminishing over time affecting performance, range, and the longevity of the vehicle. This is a common electric car problem many Tesla, BMW iX, and Mercedes-Benz EQS owners eventually face driving an electr ... read more

  Sprinter van common problems can be frustrating to deal with, especially if your Sprinter van is a work vehicle and you are not able to make deliveries or do other work if your Sprinter is out of service.  At DJ Foreign Auto Care in Minneapolis, MN, we fix Sprinter van common problems all the time, whether your Sprinter van is a Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner or Dodge, you can count on us to perform the necessary repairs and maintenance to keep your investment in good condition. Here are some of the Sprinter van common problems that we see in our shop: CLOGGED DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) catches and stores exhaust particles and other contaminants to prevent black smoke emissions from coming out of the Sprinter’s tailpipe. Particles can clog the DPF ... read more

Car exhaust smells can be caused by many different things. The exhaust port is an essential part of your car, as it neutralizes the harmful fumes that are produced by the engine. The smells coming from the back end can vary; including odors such as rotten eggs, sickly sweet scents, or smell of un-burnt fuel. These are all signs that something may be wrong, it is essential to bring your car into a shop such as ours. DJ Foreign Auto Care can diagnose these car smells and help fix significant problems in the exhaust or engine. Rotten Eggs A rotten egg smell is due to a chemical compound called hydrogen sulfide. It comes from the small amount of sulfur that is present in the fuel. Usually, the sulfur in the fuel converts to sulfur dioxide, which has no odor. When a catalytic conve ... read more