Mishawaka Auto Repair

Ricks Auto Service, here in Mishawaka, recognizes the incredible hardships all of us are enduring. We have taken all necessary precautions to keep our employees and our customers safe. We are practicing the “No-Touch” Service. We do offer a drop-off and Pick-up service for those customers who do not wish to venture out. We have initiated a sanitizing regimen for customers vehicles. At drop off and pickup we sanitize your vehicle. Disinfecting the immediate areas of contact with our employee and your vehicle.  There is also a drop-off box for after hours. Ricks Auto Service is dedicated to our neighbors as we have been for the past 43 years. We are asking, for you to drop your car off no waiters.   We know that times are hard, and you need your vehicle dependable. To further assist you we are offering financing thru 2 different companies. We hope helps to keep your vehicle on the road. Thanks for your patronage, The entire staff from  Rick’s Auto Se ... read more

What happens to an engine without oil? Here’s what happens when you run an engine without oil. A picture is worth a thousand words – ok maybe 150! When you run an engine without oil, letting it run bone dry, you cause some serious damage. There is no longer lubrication to the metal components. When that happens the metal starts rubbing against each causing premature wear.  That usually means you have to replace the engine, very expensive error. That’s why getting your oil changed when you should, makes a big difference. From preventive maintenance to major repairs, Ricks Auto Service, 405 W. Jefferson Blvd, 574.574.4724. https://ricksautoservice.org/ #ricksautoservice #Mishawakamechanic #mishawaautorepair #universityND “auto repair near me” “auto repair” “Mishawaka mechanic” “auto shop” “car repair” “brakes” “bra ... read more

Did you know? If your car, truck or SUV sits to long, your battery could die, the tires can develop flat spots and the engine oil can start to deteriorate. If you drive a little each week and a little TLC for your vehicle goes a long way. When starting your car weekly, run it for about 5 minutes. Tires: keeping proper tire pressure does improve vehicle performance and gas mileage. Brakes: rust can start to form on the brake rotors, especially if sitting outside. Driving once a week can help prevent rust buildup. Fuel: Keeping the tank full helps limit gas-tank condensation. If you are at all concerned about your tank going bad, you can purchase a fuel stabilizer that helps extend the life of your fuel. Battery: The way todays vehicle, have several computers that are operating. If your car, truck or SUV sits to long without recharging your battery could die in a couple of weeks. Oil: The Oil can deteriorate if the car sits to long. Continuing to change your oil at the proper interv ... read more

Do you need to change your cabin air filter? That is a great question and with all that is going on with COVID-19, changing the cabin air filter just is a good idea. These filters filter in your vehicle the air you breathe. When the filter is not changed you breathe in the dirty, clogged filter which isn’t healthy for anyone. If it is just you driving and entering your car then just once a year is fine. I would change it now going forward.  From preventive maintenance to major repairs, Ricks Auto Service, 405 W. Jefferson Blvd, 574.574.4724. https://ricksautoservice.org/ #ricksautoservice #Mishawakamechanic #mishawaautorepair #universityND “auto repair near me” “auto repair” “Mishawaka mechanic” “auto shop” “car repair” “brakes” “brakes near me”  “cabin air filter&rdquo

This was in the Forbes Magazine, Adam Cheyer (Co-Founder of Siri), wanted a name that was easy to remember, short to type, comfortable to pronounce, and a not-too-common human name. It was their leading candidate. In Norse it means beautiful woman who leads you to victory"; in Swahili it means "secret". And it's the reverse for Iris. In Thai the definition is glorious, splendid, or auspicious. In the Kannada & Telugu language it means wealth or fotune. So there you have it ... all you needed to know : just a simple shout out "hey Siri" gets you all kinds of infortmation. https://ricksautoservice.org/ #ricksautoservice  #Hey Siri #Coronavirus #Safety #Mishawakamechanic #mishawaautorepair #universityND “Hey Siri”  “auto repair near me” “auto repair” “Mishawaka mechanic” “auto shop” “car repair” “bra ... read more

RICKS AUTO SERVICE KEEPING YOU SAFE IS OUR PRIORITY!!!Our staff is sanitizing all touchpoints on your vehicle before and after it is serviced.We are able to perform work on your car and invoice without face-to-face interactionAware of restricted budgets, now offering 10% up to $50.00 of all service and repair.Through digital inspection, we are able to safely consult with you on prioritizing your essential repairs. We also have a Morning and Evening Key Drop. You will find envelopes and pens(keep the pen) by first Garage Door.You can make appoints by phone 574-255-4724Online https://www.ricksautoservice.org/appointments