What is the Diagnosis?

This might be something you would ask your doctor, but we at The German Car Shoppe of Littleton consider ourselves the “doctors” of your fine German vehicle. Diagnostics may be something you wish to do yourself, but consider how important this is to get it right the first time…guaranteed!

If you somewhere along the way you have learned about how to do a diagnostic test on a car by yourself, it is natural for you to wait until things are sounding and feeling wrong when you drive. Every car diagnostic test starts with a reading of the engine code. We will plug in a car diagnostic scanner to read the trouble codes which indicates where the problem is.

Here at the German Car Shoppe we thoroughly check all your electronic needs. That includes check engine lights, air bag lights, and computer reprogramming, and often much more. When you leave our shop you will have the peace of mind knowing that the job has been done right. If you live in the Denver area you can always trust The German Car Shoppe located at 5115 Santa Fe Dr. in Littleton. Call for an appointment (303) 798-2287.

Cold Comes Quickly in Denver.

Those who have lived here through all four seasonal cycles are fully aware how quickly the seasons change. Even here in August, we are never sure when the first cold snap will hit. Is your vehicle’s heater ready for it? One thing you may use to answer that question is…how did it finish off the winter of 2019-2020? If there were signs of distress, it will probably get worse.

Here are some tips we hope you will find helpful –

1. When was the last time the antifreeze was changed?
2. Check the blower motor.
3. Turn up the A/C…yep, the heating system uses the air conditioner to remove moisture.

Here at The German Car Shoppe in Littleton we will change your antifreeze, do a pressure test, and make sure your heating system is operating at peak performance. German cars may be in our name, but you can trust your ride to us no matter what you drive. We are The German Car Shoppe serving the Denver Metro. Call us at (303) 798-2287.

There is NO Alternative Choice.

Not when the alternator in your German car is going bad…there is not! An alternator works in concert with your battery to charge your vehicle’s electrical systems. An alternator that is going bad can affect your car in many ways. There are several signs you need to watch and listen for that may indicate your alternator is going bad.

Here are some of them –

1. Your headlights may be flickering.
2. The battery sounds weaker and weaker.
3. There is a grinding sound beneath your car.
4. Your car grinds when you try to start it.
5. Power locks and windows move more slowly.

What is your alternative? There is none unless you want a 2000-pound German paperweight in your Denver area driveway! The answer is to drive into 3115 S. Santa Fe Drive in Littleton before your German car shuts down completely. That is the location of The German Car Shoppe serving greater Denver. Call ahead (303) 798-2287.