McLean Auto Repair
965 North McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123 847.741.9576

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Growling that Grates

A driver who uses his or her ears has a leg up on those who don't.  In addition to noises helping you be aware of traffic, they can give you clues to potential problems in your vehicle.  One...
Published on: Jun 21, 2023

Axle Service At McLean Auto Repair in Elgin

Elgin drivers should know that the axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to the wheels. They're strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trouble. Axles...
Published on: Nov 24, 2022

McLean Auto Repair Automotive Tips: Axles

The axle assemblies in your vehicle transfer power out to the drive wheels.  On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, there is an axle shaft that goes from the differential in the center of the axle to eac...
Published on: Oct 31, 2022

Axle

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?McLean Auto Repair Answer:One possible cause of the problem is a worn axle. Fron...
Published on: May 05, 2020

Boots for Your Ball Joint (Ball Joint Boot Replacement)

There's a little part on your vehicle you may not know about, but when it develops a problem, getting it fixed sooner rather than later can save you a lot of money in the long run. Got your attention ...
Published on: Oct 11, 2019

Axle

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What co...
Published on: Jun 27, 2019

Axles

Your axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to your wheels.  They’re strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trouble. Axles just wear out ov...
Published on: Apr 14, 2019

McLean Auto Repair Automotive Tips: Axles

The axle assemblies in your vehicle transfer power out to the drive wheels.  On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, there is an axle shaft that goes from the differential in the center of the axle to eac...
Published on: May 28, 2016