If You Are Grinding Your Gears, it Could Be the Clutch
If You Are Grinding Your Gears, It Could Be the Clutch If your import is a manual transmission, you probably have a lot of fun driving it. There are many advantages that come with driving a manual transmission, and one of those things is that the clutch can last well over 100,000 miles if you […]
Your Import’s Engine Is Telling You Something Through its Exhaust
Your Import’s Engine Is Telling You Something Through Its Exhaust Even if your import is a diesel, you should not see a ton of exhaust smoke flowing out of the tailpipe. If you do, Uptown Imports warns that this is a sign that there is something seriously wrong with the engine. In fact, in some […]
Don’t Let These Distractions Make You Lose Focus While Driving
Don’t Let These Distractions Make You Lose Focus While Driving Whether you are the most skilled driver or a teenager who just got your license, you can still get distracted while driving. This not only puts you at risk of getting hurt but also other drivers. Here at Uptown Imports in Minneapolis, MN, we strive […]
Get Your Vehicle Ready For The 4th of July This Year
Get Your Vehicle Ready for the 4th of July This Year No matter the time of year, it is always recommended that you get the essential preventative maintenances done for your vehicle. That includes brakes, AC, engine services, and tire services. It is even more critical to get these services done before you plan to […]
I Hear Suction Coming From My Car’s Engine
I Hear Suction Coming From My Car’s Engine If you hear suction coming from your car’s engine, it is likely that you have a vacuum leak. The leak is coming from one of the vacuum hoses. These hoses route the vacuum pressure out of the combustion chamber and to accessories and components to power them. […]
Transmission Fluid Guide: Ensure Your Fluid Is Changed When it Needs It
Transmission Fluid Guide: Ensure Your Fluid Is Changed When It Needs It Do you know when your transmission fluid needs to be changed? The general rule of thumb is every 30,000 miles, but your owner’s manual may have a different mileage duration. Check the service portion of the manual to see when your vehicle’s manufacturer […]
Ten Signs My Transmission Is in Trouble
Ten Signs My Transmission Is in Trouble Take any sign of transmission trouble seriously because the more you drive your automobile with a failing transmission the more damage you will do. Uptown Imports advises that if you notice any of the following symptoms of a bad transmission below, you should have your vehicle’s transmission inspected as soon […]
When Does My Import’s Air Filter Need to Be Changed?
When Does My Import’s Air Filter Need to Be Changed? Whether Asian or European, your import’s air filter needs to be changed every 12,000 miles. If you don’t put a lot of miles on your vehicle annually, make sure to have the air filter changed once a year. This is critical because the air filter […]
Is Your Vehicle’s Air Conditioner Ready for Summer?
Is Your Vehicle’s Air Conditioner Ready for Summer? Is your vehicle’s AC ready for summer? You want to make sure you’ve got all the cold air you need blowing through the vents once the mercury rises. Uptown Imports can check your European automobile’s air conditioner now to make sure you aren’t on the road to problems during […]
Six Reasons Why Your European Automobile’s Engine Is Knocking
Six Reasons Why Your European Automobile’s Engine Is Knocking A knocking sound coming from your European automobile’s engine is not normal. In fact, this sound can indicate a major problem that needs to be addressed immediately. Uptown Imports lists six common reasons why engines knock below. As you can see, some of these causes of engine knocks […]