BEAR AUTO REPAIR

Diagnostic tests are a very important part of automotive repair. They help pinpoint specific problems within your vehicle and they go hand-in-hand with hands-on inspections by technicians to determine recommended repairs. In this article, we'll cover some of the key things you need to know about diagnostics at Fox Run Auto. Identifying Specific Problems Today's diagnostics equipment is very sophisticated and plugs right into your car's onboard computer system. Your vehicle has sensors throughout that will notify the computer if there are problems. In some cases, a specific issue may trigger one of your dashboard warning lights, letting you know you need to have it looked at. Certain warning lights like a flashing "check engine" light or a red "oil pressure warning" light are very urgent, meaning you should pull ov ... read more

Depending on the severity of your engine or transmission problems, there are multiple repair options you may consider. When the repairs are minor, it makes sense to replace the necessary parts and take care of only what needs to be repaired. When the repairs are major and multiple components are damaged, that’s when you might have a choice to make: do all the repairs necessary or replace the engine or transmission entirely. In some cases, it simply makes sense to replace the engine or transmission. It can quickly add up to replace a bunch of parts and perform major repairs—or to have the engine completely rebuilt. Buying a new or previously rebuilt engine or transmission may be your most cost-effective solution. That’s why Fox Run Auto is an exclusive provider of Jasper Engines & Transmissions. They are the experts at rebuilding and remanufactu ... read more

If you are thinking about buying a used car or truck, you have the right to get it inspected by a professional before you buy it. Whether you are buying from a dealership or a private seller, have the vehicle brought into Fox Run Auto for a detailed pre-purchase inspection. Let our expert auto repair technicians look the vehicle over, so you can have peace of mind before you sign any contracts. What We Look ForFox Run Auto will perform a thorough external inspection from bumper to bumper. We'll check out the transmission, wheels, tires, brakes, suspension, cooling system, drive train, exhaust system, fluids, air conditioner/heater, and more. We'll run common performance tests to ensure that the most important components of the car are working as they should. Sometimes a simple road test will reveal some concerns. What We'll P ... read more

It should go without saying your vehicle's brakes are very important. If you can't stop or slow down as well as you should, it is obviously very dangerous. Brakes become even more vital as we enter the fall season and approach winter here in Northern Delaware. The weather starts getting more unpredictable, road conditions get more challenging and other drivers on the roads could be careless. You need your brakes to be working well. That's why Fox Run Auto is offering a number of special seasonal service specials (for a limited time only), including a FREE brake inspection! Come on into our shop in Bear and our expert auto repair technicians will inspect your brakes to make sure they are ready for the seasons ahead. Here are some of the components we will look at: Brake Pads We'll measure the ... read more

Fox Run Auto is well-known throughout Northern Delaware for our excellent automotive repair services and friendly approach to customer care. However, not many people realize that we are also one of the area's leading vehicle towing companies. We offer full towing services to meet your emergency roadside needs. Towing for Repairs If you are bringing your vehicle to Fox Run Auto for an inspection, repair estimate, maintenance services or automotive repairs, we can send one of our tow trucks to pick up your vehicle and bring it in. Even if you are not bringing it to our shop, we can tow you to any repair facility or dealership of your choice. Wherever you are headed, we'll make sure your vehicle gets there safely. All Types of Vehicles People often ask what we can and cannot tow. The truth is, there are very few vehicles we cannot handle. In fact, we ... read more