Denver Auto Repair

Colorado has always been a great place to take a road trip, especially up to the snowy mountains during the winter months. There are a few essentials that are necessary to make your winter road trip safe and comfortable. 1.Emergency Kit. Your emergency kit should have jumper cables, a flashlight, gloves/boots, ice scraper and a basic survival kit. 2.Cell Phone. You would be surprised how many people don’t carry one while traveling. Make sure you keep a phone nearby in case of an emergency. 3.Spare Set of Keys. Losing a set of keys usually happens at the most inopportune moments. Don’t ruin your weekend with this disaster and keep an extra set handy. 4.GPS. A portable system can make sure you stay on course, even when your cell phone service is interrupted by the Rocky Mountains. Additionally, most show traffic reports so you can avoid the pile-up on I-70. 5.Food and water. Aside from the candy in your survival kit, stocking up with ample food and water make ... read more

Do you currently keep your car clean on the inside? Between the kids and the dogs, we at Mancinelli’s know that your car gets used. A lot! There are many reasons to keep your car nice and clean. Having an unclean car can have an effect on the value and life of your car, and maybe even your own health.First of all, cars are very expensive! Take pride in your vehicle and respect it. Even if you have an older car, if it is nice on the inside, it will look and feel as you treat it. The more you take care of your car now, the more likely you will be to receive a better deal on it when it’s time to upgrade or sell. Excess dirt and salt can lead to corrosion. Safety is another great reason to maintaining the cleanliness of your car. Your windows, mirrors and windshield should be clean at all times to avoid any chance of an accident. With the weather changing, it is important to do this before the ic ... read more

Ignoring a problem with your car usually ends up costing you in the long run. Usually, people end up thinking that it will go away or that they can solve the problem on their own. Unfortunately, this usually doesn’t end up happening and the problem is more costly than it would have been if caught early.. Here are the top 3 common car maintenance issues to pay attention to: Staying on schedule with your oil change. Skipping an oil change is bad for your car and easy to keep track of. Don’t ignore the Check Engine light. It comes on for a reason so simply contact Mancinelli’s when you see it so we can determine the cause of the light. Ignoring your tires. When is the last time that you checked your tire pressure? Have you inspected the tires for damage? Take a second every month to make sure they are safely carrying you around. You should always count on getting professional help when you notice a new smell or noise. We are always here for you to answer all o ... read more

The weather is warming up and you are getting ready to hit the roads on your next road trip! Make sure you get your car checked out before you embark on that adventure. We recommend the following: Inspect all fluid levels. If your next oil service is coming up, schedule an appointment before you leave Inspect your battery to see if it needs replacing Changing a dirty air filter will help with your gas mileage, change it if you haven’t done so recently Look for any leaks Make sure you have tread on those tires, as well as the proper inflation Your gas cap should not be loose or damaged to prevent gas from spilling or evaporating Keep a case of water in your car in case of emergencies Be sure to tag us in your pictures on Facebook and Instagram (@MancinellisAutoRepair)when you reach your destination and have a safe trip

Spring is the perfect time to say thank you to your vehicle for making through the winter. The cold temperatures, snow, ice, salt and potholes all take quite a toll on your car. Be sure to schedule a spring checkup to make sure nothing is out of place. You want to make sure the following components get attention. Tire Pressure: Cold weather can change your tire pressure. Be sure that all tires, including your spare, are properly inflated and balanced. Windshield Wipers: They have been abused during the winter, check to see that there aren’t any cracks or visible wear. Batteries and Spark Plugs: They have been working over time during the cold winter. Test and replace old or weak batteries, spark plugs and spark plug wires. Brakes: Not only should you inspect your brake pads, but be sure to include the lines, hoses and brake fluid for proper level. Your safety depends on your brakes! Wheel Alignment and Suspension: Colorado potholes seem to get bigger and b ... read more

It’s important to know your market before you try to sell your car. As we are headed into winter, it might not be the time to sell the convertible. Trucks and other 4WD are hot sellers as soon as the first snow hits Denver. Be sure to check the going rate for your vehicle from private sellers. Dealers tend to have different prices. Private sellers are used to negotiating their prices, so you might want to aim slightly higher than your bottom line. Giving your car “Curb Appeal” is crucial to get the fair market value. Before you write that advertisement, make sure your car looks clean and attractive. If you can’t get it detailed, be sure to vacuum out any pet hair and crumbs. Clean all of the windows and mirrors. Consider any repairs that you can have done before you sell, you might even want to put it up for sale right after you have an oil change at Mancinelli’s. Be sure to have all of your maintenance records ready to show the potential buyers. Having a CarFax report before ... read more

As we enter the snowiest month for us in Denver, it’s good to remember these tips when driving your four-wheel drive vehicle. Four-wheel drive gives you more confidence for driving on the snow and helps get you moving but it doesn’t help you with extra traction for braking and steering. No car can stop on black ice, so it is always best to slow down when the temperature drops. It’s best to know your options. Four-high, for example, allows you to travel at normal speeds while driving on snow or ice, whereas four-low is designed for lower speeds, such as driving in deep, wet snow. Do you keep forgetting to switch into four-wheel drive? Setting your four-wheel drive to its automatic setting, if equipped, allows you to set it and forget it. If your vehicle can maintain traction with two-wheel drive, it will and can make the change quickly on its own. Driving on dry roads with four-wheel drive can damage your drivetrain and lead to costly repairs, so try to limit this ... read more

Are you choking your system? When was the last time you thought about your filters? Replacing your filters at the correct time can be invaluable to you and your car’s health. Clogged filters are responsible for a lot of unnecessary money spent at the pump and replacing your car’s parts. Fuel Filter Replacing your fuel filter allows the injectors to be protected from any debris that can clog or damage them. A new fuel filter has less restriction, keeping the fuel pump working with ease. Not replacing your fuel filter will eventually damage your fuel pump. Air Filter It is easy to see the impact of a clean air filter on your fuel economy. A clogged filter will result in your engine using more fuel and strain the engine. The air filter needs to have enough flowing air to create the power that we love in our cars. Cabin Air Filters Got allergies? Your cabin air filter stops dust and other contaminants from entering you and your passenger’s noses. The air ... read more

Over time, your headlights can yellow or cloud and impact the quality of light shining out. Maintaining your headlights improves visibility and safety of your vehicle. Even when your headlight is brand new, if your plastic lens is cloudy or scratched, it will impact the visibility. It is important to keep your headlight lenses clean. Dirt and debris prevents the full shine and damages the lens over time. You will need to determine whether the damage is inside or outside of your headlights. Headlight restoration has between a 50-100 percent increase in light output, so it is very effective! On a cold, rainy night, that means a huge difference in your visibility. There are three advantages of restoring your headlights: Improved visibility means a brighter light and a safer drive. Money saved in restoring existing equipment rather than buying new. The “like-new” look of a clear lens versus the existing cloudy or yellow hard-coating. Consider upgrading your head ... read more

Winter driving came early for us in Denver, but it’s not too late to winterize your car for the months ahead. Start with checking your battery, oil and coolant levels since they have different needs during the winter. There is nothing worse than a dead battery on a cold day. Replace your battery if it is more than three years old. Making sure all of your hoses and belts are secured is next. Test your brakes and inspect your brake pads to make sure that they are in working condition. Visibility becomes a big hazard during the winter. Be sure to replace your windshield wipers if they are over a year old. Carry extra windshield wiper fluid with you, the de-icer sprayed on the roads tend to stick to your windshield making it difficult to see. Making sure you have the right tire on your car is very important. Purchasing a set of snow tires reduces the wear on your performance tires and are much safer on the slick roads. Be sure that your tread and sidewalls are not worn. Pu ... read more