Diagnostics and repair · Whitehall, PA
Automotive Diagnostics & Repair in Whitehall, PA
A check engine light or a new noise usually means something has changed inside your vehicle. We find the cause, explain it in plain English, and repair what needs repairing.
When something changes
Finding the problem behind the symptom
Cars and light trucks are more advanced than ever, but they still develop problems that make them unsafe or unreliable to drive. Some show up as a warning light on the dash. Others show up as a noise, a leak, or a change in how the vehicle steers or stops.
Not every problem is straightforward, especially with the electronics most vehicles now carry as standard. That’s why we diagnose before we recommend anything. Once we know what’s wrong, we tell you what we found and recommend what we believe is the best course of action before the work begins.
What we repair
General and brake repair for Lehigh Valley drivers
We believe in doing the right repair, with the right parts, at the right price. Our general repair work covers:
- Brake repairs
- Engine and transmission repairs
- Diagnosing and fixing exhaust leaks, including manifolds
- Fluid leak repairs
- Steering and suspension repair
Our technicians work on domestic and foreign vehicles, whether it’s your personal vehicle or part of a commercial fleet.
We don’t do body work, paint or detailing. For collision repair, we recommend Reliable Auto Body at (610) 433-3212.
How we work
How we diagnose a problem
Scan tools for electronic faults
We use multiple state-of-the-art scan tools. They let us diagnose electronics-related problems on most vehicles.
Experience for everything else
Not every fault shows up on a scan. For mechanical problems, we rely on our long experience with general repair.
A conversation before the work
If we find something beyond what you came in for, we speak with you first. You decide what happens next.
Inspections
Pennsylvania state inspection in the Lehigh Valley
Auto Motors of Lehigh Valley is a licensed Pennsylvania safety and emissions inspection station, so we can perform the inspections the state requires. Emissions testing is required in both Lehigh County and Northampton County.
We handle inspections with honesty and transparency. You’ll always know what work, if any, is legally required, and what is only a recommendation.
Why it matters
Why early repairs matter
A problem left alone usually gets worse and, in most cases, more costly to fix. Brake pads caught when they first start squealing are often a straightforward service. Once worn pads reach the rotors, the job grows to rotors, and sometimes calipers or wheel bearings too.
A longer life for your vehicle
Catching an issue before it causes further damage helps your vehicle stay on the road for years to come.
Safer driving
A vehicle that has been repaired properly is more reliable, and a reliable vehicle is safer to drive.
Peace of mind
We make sure the repair is done right, so you can be confident your car or truck is safe on the road.
Looking after your vehicle between repairs helps too. Our routine vehicle maintenance is built around how you drive, and it remains the best chance of avoiding costly repairs.
Get in touch
Tell us what you’ve noticed
Send the form with your vehicle’s year, make and model and what’s been happening, whether it’s a warning light, a noise or a leak. Our team will follow up to confirm and get you on the calendar.
Prefer to talk it through? Call the shop at 610-266-9466.