Automotive News & Information - Birch's Automotive & Muffler

Here at Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington we often do diagnostics and sometimes the problem is obvious after hooking the car up to the computer and reading the codes. However, sometimes it isn't obvious during a test drive or after hooking it up to all those computer programs! You know there is a problem and a Check Engine Light is on with the fleet customer telling you the car has been having issues starting and the light has been going off and on depending on several factors. No pattern, no simple answer but the problem becomes obvious when you start following the "threads of the issue" thanks to all that ASE Technician training.

Glow Plugs are an essential component of your diesel engine. However, a faulty glow plug can go unnoticed or be neglected for quite some time; your truck will still start and run, so it’s an easy issue to overlook. At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, we want you to know what to look for, and why you should be concerned with a bad glow plug.

Whether you drive a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax diesel, your truck is a complex piece of equipment. Emissions systems, fuel systems, and systems you’ve probably never heard of all work together to keep your truck going strong. Sometimes, however, a warning light will pop up on your dash, and leave you wondering what’s going on. From ABS to Check Engine Lights, Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN has you covered.

At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, we understand the importance of being on top of the latest in automotive technology. That’s why we invest heavily in top-notch diagnostic and programming equipment, and why we have technicians that know how to use it.

Windshield wipers are one of those things that you never think about until you need them. From Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, here’s a reminder to keep yours in good shape, so you’re ready when weather strikes.

Can you say for certain all the tires in your fleet, or on your commercial truck, are roadworthy and ready? Proper attention to tire condition is so important, but how do you properly care for your tires? From Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, here’s what you need to know.

Correct fluid levels are essential to keeping your Ram, Ford, or Chevrolet diesel pickup on the road. Luckily, checking your coolant, oil, brake, and transmission fluid are easy to do, and will save you from a variety of issues down the road. Here’s what you should know about keeping the fluid levels in your truck maintained, from Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN.

Fuel Systems are particularly important on diesel trucks, whether you drive a Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge pickup. At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, fuel system maintenance and repair is a service we prioritize, since we know how essential a reliable fuel system is.