Burbank Auto Repair

A split CV boot may not change how the car drives right away. You might first notice grease inside a wheel or hear that an inspection found the boot damaged. That early stage can offer a chance to protect the joint, but don't assume the joint is still healthy just because it is quiet. Once grease escapes and water or dirt enters, the joint can begin to wear. The repair choice depends on its condition, the amount of contamination, and the vehicle’s design. A boot repair can restore grease containment, but it cannot reverse damage already present on the joint’s working surfaces. The CV Boot Protects the Joint’s Moving Surfaces A CV axle transfers power while the suspension moves and, at a steered wheel, while the wheel turns. Its joints need lubrication throughout that movement. The flexible boot keeps the specified grease around the joint and helps prevent road debris, moisture, and grit from reaching the bearings and tracks. A boot can split a ... read more

What BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, and Other European Vehicle Owners Should Know An oil change sounds simple. Drain the old oil, install a new filter, add fresh oil, and you're finished. With many modern European vehicles, however, there is an important detail that should never be overlooked: which oil goes back into the engine. BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen, MINI, Land Rover, and other European manufacturers often establish specific requirements for engine oil. Those requirements exist for a reason. At Future Auto Service in Burbank, we regularly work with European vehicles, and one question worth answering is: "Does it really matter what type of oil I put in my European car?" Yes, it does. Choosing oil is about more than selecting the correct viscosity printed on the cap. The oil also needs to meet the appropriate specifications for the engine it is protecting. Engine oil does much more than lubr ... read more