PV Auto & Performance Center

PV Auto & Performance offers a full spectrum of vehicle services to keep you, your vehicle, and your wallet happy. Give us a call or a visit to inquire about other services you may require which aren't listed here!

General Services

• Domestic General Repair
• Fleet Repairs - Gas or Diesel
• Import General Repair

We can accommodate almost any vehicle, from external to internal services, top to bottom, regardless of fuel type or vehicle origin.

Car Care Services

• Non-distributor Ignition
• Fuel Injection
• Ignition
• Ignition Wires & Cables
• Oil, Lube, & Filter
• Spark Plugs

Regular maintenance is imperative to extending the lifespan of your vehicle and ensuring a smooth, safe commute. Avoid breakdowns, serious damage, and that dreaded "Check Engine" light with regular inspections and fluid changes. If your vehicle has a hard time starting up, seems slow or sluggish on the road, or has been consuming more gas than usual, it may need a check-up!

Undercar Services

• Alignment
• Anti-lock Brakes
• Brakes
• Chassis
• Drive-line
• Exhaust
• Shocks
• Tires

Pot-holes, dirt roads, salt, and rain can be detrimental to your undercarriage.

A poor suspension system will lead to a bumpy, bouncy ride and can effect wheel alignment and damage engine mounts, which in turn can effect engine health.

Improper wheel alignment and tire pressure can cause tires to wear prematurely, posing the risk of a flat or blown tire.

Brake pads should be replaced after anywhere from 25,000 to 70,000 miles, depending on vehicle type, brake & rotor material composition, driving habits, and road/weather conditions.

A failing exhaust system will effect vehicle power and fuel efficiency. Warning signs include excessive noise and a strong, raw gasoline smell. This will also cause your vehicle to fail its next emissions test. Don't wait for the problem to get worse!

Heating and Cooling Services

• Air Conditioning
• Belts & Hoses
• Radiators

Tucson weather is, more often than not, quite extreme; and driving in a car that's too hot or cold is not only uncomfortable, but potentially dangerous. If your AC has stopped blowing cold air, chances are it just needs a simple recharge; but the issue could also lie in the system's seals, hoses, or compressor. Continuously running an AC that does not function properly can cause damage to other AC components, so it's best to have the problem assessed and remedied right away.

Your vehicle cannot function properly either if engine temperature is not regulated. Overheating can lead to cracked seals, gaskets, or serious engine damage. Always check your radiator fluid when the weather is very hot or very cold, and especially before long trips. If your vehicle overheats even when filled with coolant, or if your coolant keeps disappearing, there may be a more serious issue with your vehicle's radiator system.

Electrical Services

• Batteries
• Starters & Alternators

Everyone's done it at least once -- left their lights on while shopping or after coming home, or forgotten to turn their ignition switch off all the way. In most cases, a kind stranger or family member will alert you rather quickly of the issue, but in less fortunate circumstances, you return to your vehicle only to find it won't start. While a drained battery can be jump-started or recharged, doing so repeatedly can greatly reduce the lifespan of your battery and put strain on your alternator.

Most batteries have a healty lifespan of 3-5 years, though it may be cut short by hot summer temperatures, environmental changes, and a poorly functioning alternator.

If your alternator is failing or has failed, your battery's charge will not be maintained and will eventually deplete. Your alternator may be on its way out if all your dashboard lights illuminate during operation, if your vehicle struggles (or fails) to start, or if your brights come on spontaneously, even when they aren't manually switched on. Get it checked right away to avoid becoming stranded.

Transmission Services

• Automatic Transmissions
• Manual Transmissions
• Clutches
• Four-wheel drive
• Front-wheel drive

The transmission is arguably one of the most costly vehicle components, and as such, any issues with shifting or acceleration should be evaluated as soon as possible. Check your transmission fluid regularly, and always pay attention to any grinding noises, perceptible jolts or jumps, or delayed shifts during acceleration. If your transmission starts slipping, you will definitely feel it, and should certainly not ignore it.

Electronic Services

• Computer Diagnostics (OBD)
• Driveability
• Engine Controls

Since the 1980's (and some even earlier), most vehicles have been equipped with basic self-diagnostic capabilities, enabling mechanics to read errors which help them pinpoint performance issues or component failures, including the engine's fuel/air intake ratio, which is crucial for fuel economy and engine health. If your engine is getting fuel that is too rich or too lean, it will impact not only miles-per-gallon, but also other components such as sensors and spark plugs.

Our mechanics use high-quality detection equipment to read any error codes registered in your vehicle's OBD, allowing them to determine what component is failing / functioning improperly, or from where performance issues originate.

Internal Engine Services

• Cylinder Head
• Timing
• Maintenance
• Engine Replacement

Cylinder heads are responsible for circulating coolant through the engine, as well as allowing air and fuel into the cylinders and exhaust to flow out of it. Your vehicle may have a blown head gasket if it overheats despite being filled with coolant, if your exhaust blows white-tinted smoke, or if your coolant seems to disappear with no detectable signs of leakage. Continuously operating a vehicle with a cracked or warped head/gasket can lead to serious or even irreparable engine damage.

The timing belt is responsible for ensuring that all valves and moving parts of the engine are functioning in sync. If the timing is off, if can cause the engine to misfire or even fail to start altogether. Other warning signs include engine ticking noises or leakage of oil in front of the motor.

Sometimes, circumstances arise which are beyond the vehicle owner's control. If your engine has suffered severe distress, it may require a rebuild or complete replacement. Allow us to assess the damage, recommend the most efficient course of action, and get you back on the road ASAP!