LITTLETON AUTO REPAIR

Get Your Vehicle Ready for Summer Heat Summer stresses components that cruise through milder weather — and a breakdown on a hot highway is a miserable way to spend a road trip. Here's what to check before the temperatures climb. Cooling System Coolant — Check the level in the overflow reservoir and inspect the condition. Old coolant turns brown as it gets acidic. If it looks rusty or has floating debris, flush it. Use a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and distilled water — don't just top off with water. Hoses — When the engine is cold, squeeze the radiator hoses. They should feel firm but pliable. Look for soft spots, bulges, or cracks near the clamps which could be a sign that a failure is waiting to happen. Radiator — Clear bugs and debris from the grille with low-pressure water. Check for visible leaks. Thermostat & Radiator Cap — If your thermostat gets stuck it will ov ... read more

Occasionally we will get inquiries about our diagnostic or testing charge. Some shops offer “free diagnostics” to get people into their shop. These are generally not much more than a visual inspection and guess of vehicle issues. Here are a few reasons why quality shops charge to test a vehicle. Cars are complex and we use and invest in the most advanced and current technology to look into your vehicle under the hood. By performing testing, we will get an overall accurate view on your cars complex systems. Another result of testing is early detection identifying smaller issues that can become major potentially dangerous issues. Your engine works simultaneously with many systems. When one system fails it can take down other systems and parts which can lead to additional repairs and costly replacements of parts. Our Jeno’s technicians are incredibly skilled and trained in finding and preventing further issues with your vehicle. Our mechanics have thousands of dollars invested in t ... read more

The automotive repair shop landscape continues to change.  This has always been our experience since we started our business in 1983.  Automotive shops have come and gone, but we are celebrating over 42 years in business, servicing Littleton, Colorado, and our surrounding communities. How have we done this? Satisfied customers, a talented staff dedicated to customer service, and the best automotive technicians. Experience counts. Currently, we have over 125 years of car repair experience, including ASE master technicians and L1 Specialists.  Continued education for all our technicians is constant with all the advancements in automotive technology. We are unique in offering loaner vehicles so our customers stay on track for their day after dropping their vehicle off. Customer satisfaction really matters if you want to build a business.  We have expanded our ... read more

Spring Car Care Month is here. Nobody likes a large surprise repair bill. That’s why it’s important to follow your regular Jeno’s recommended maintenance schedule. At Jeno’s, we know a well-maintained vehicle will take care of you when it comes to both safety and reliability. All vehicles have recommended interval services with the goal of replacing worn parts before they become a big problem. Maintenance often seems like an upfront cost. But in truth, neglecting recommended services can lead to expensive and costly repairs. Safety is paramount with your vehicle. Regular maintenance helps ensure your car is in good working order and reduces the risk of an accident that is caused by mechanical failures. Is your transmission in good shape? Is your steering system in good working order? Are your brakes in good condition? These are all vital to safe driving. Overall performance counts. Today’s vehicles are complicated and when maintained w ... read more

WHY JENO’S DOESN’T WORK ON ALL TYPES OF VEHICLES Although we work on many models of vehicles, Jeno’s does not work on all types of vehicles, including vehicles built before 2000.  There are numerous reasons for this including: Lack of familiarity with some types of vehicles and the potential for damaging other components during repairs Parts availability Lack of information The lack of having the exact tool needed The costly labor expenses All of these reasons make it impractical for us to work on some types of vehicles.     FAMILIARITY Expertise and know-how are how we have our built our business. There is an advantage to working on vehicles you know.  It saves our customers money by having a mechanic who is familiar with and knows a brand of car. When it comes to older cars, our technicians are not familiar with outdated vehicles built before 2000.  In truth, many of the technicians that were ... read more