Colorado Springs Auto Repair

Your car needs electricity to power many different systems. If your automotive electric system is acting up or is low on battery power, certain things will not work properly. You may not even be able to get your car started at all.  Here are 5 of the most common signs of auto electric problems, according to our top mechanics here at LightHouse Automotive: 1. Car Won't Start This is a pretty obvious sign that something significant is wrong. There are many reasons why a car won't start, but it is often associated with the electrical system. You might just have a dead battery, but that can be caused by a failing alternator or something else that is draining its power more than usual. There could be loose wiring or something else that is breaking the circuit between the ignition and ... read more

Other than the engine, there is nothing more important in your vehicle than its transmission. The engine provides the power to the car. The transmission is what actually makes it move, as it transfers power from the engine out to the drive wheels. At the first sign of any transmission problem, you will want to get your vehicle looked at by a professional mechanic. You never want to take any potential transmission issue lightly. A small concern can quickly turn into major internal transmission damage. Then, you may be facing major repairs—including a full transmission replacement or a custom rebuild. And let's just say that neither of those services are cheap. Here are 5 of the most common transmission issues that we see at LightHouse Automotive, along with what you need to know if you think one of these problems may ... read more

Mike Jewell owns Jewell Auto in Fort Worth, TX. He got a call from one of his usual customers who happened to be here in Colorado Springs and was experiencing some problems with his truck. Mike looked up local shops in a professional automotive organization that he belongs to and found LightHouse Automotive on the list. He gave us a call and and ended up having his customer give us a chance to show what we could do. "When I called and spoke to Rylan [Blair, owner] about the issues my customer was concerned with, he immediately scheduled an appointment for the following morning," Mike writes in his online review. "My customer was completely satisfied with the service he received at LightHouse Automotive." Sometimes there's a bit more pressure when our shop is referred to us by another shop owner, especially ... read more

Happy 4th of July from everyone at LightHouse Automotive! This will not be our typical Independence Day holiday in Colorado Springs. Many of the big fireworks shows have been canceled, but there are still a few happening [check out this link for a current list]. We're all being discouraged to attend big social get-togethers. We have to celebrate safely and find our own creative ways to enjoy this holiday with our friends and loved ones. It should still be plenty of fun for everyone this holiday weekend.  Celebrating the Independent Spirit We love the 4th of July at LightHouse Automotive. It's a time to celebrate our country's independence and that means a lot to each and every on ... read more

We're heading into Colorado's summer season. We'll see more drivers on the road and visitors coming in from out of town. The warmer weather and longer drives usually mean you will depend on your vehicle's air conditioning system more than during the colder seasons. You want to keep yourself cool and your passengers comfortable, so now is the perfect time to get your A/C tuned up at Colorado Springs' own LightHouse Automotive!A/C System Repairs and Maintenance No matter what kind of air conditioning services you need, LightHouse Automotive has you covered. If you need repairs, our team will inspect your A/C system and let you know what parts need to be replaced or refurbished. Thermostats can fail or refrigerant leaks can develop. There may be any number of reasons why your a ... read more

When summer starts to roll around, we get a number of customers coming into LightHouse Automotive who are looking for air conditioning tune-ups, repairs and coolant recharges. It makes perfect sense as the weather is beginning to heat up and having an A/C system that works properly becomes more important than ever.  Ryan visited the LightHouse Automotive shop in Colorado Springs recently because he needed to get his A/C coolant recharged. It's a pretty standard and basic automotive service, but it is one service that is best done by trained professionals. Air conditioning coolant (aka Freon) can be dangerous to work with and you don't want to take any chances, especially if you are already dealing with any sort of leak. The "simple" do-it-yourself recharge kits and spray cans r ... read more

Clean air is good for your engine because it maintains proper combustion. However, when excess air gets into other vehicle systems—especially fluid lines—it can really cause trouble. The cooling system is one where air bubbles can be a significant concern. They can lead to hot spots in the engine, which can cause it to overheat and lead to all sorts of internal engine damage that will be costly to repair. Cooling System Maintenance First of all, it’s important to get your cooling system inspected at least once a year. Heading into the summer season is a good time to do it as the outside temperatures rise and you want to avoid overheating the engine. A cooling system tune-up will usually entail draining the radiator and putting in fresh radiator coolant—or at least “bleeding” the radiator to remove any air bubbles. This is in ... read more

Though it has been a strange year, summertime is officially here. We may not see quite as many travelers out on the road in 2020 because of everything going on. However, if Memorial Day Weekend was any indication, it's clear that people want to get out and start enjoying some normal social and outdoor activities. Things may be a little different than usual, but there will definitely be a lot more cars out on the road during the summer months. Summer Preventative Maintenance With more driving comes more responsibility to take care of your car and its preventative maintenance needs. The reason it's called "preventative" maintenance is simple. It is done to make sure things are working right and to help prevent major automotive problems from developing. Let's face it. Getting your oil changed every few months is a small price to pay compared to what it would cost to rep ... read more

A reviewer with the handle "Falcon 1620" recently posted a 5-star review on Google about his experience at LightHouse Automotive. His truck was having some serious electrical issues. One of the biggest concerns he had was that his speedometer wasn't working correctly. He first took it to the dealer, but was frustrated with the service he received—without ever getting the problem properly resolved. Falcon did his research and decided to take his truck to LightHouse Automotive. "LightHouse Automotive has great expertise and experience," Falcon 1620 writes. "They have an electrical wizard who fixed me up in short order. They were very methodical and found the issue right away, and weren't afraid to dig in and get it fixed. Saved me from buying an expensive computer module for the system or giving up on my truck." Electrical issues can ... read more

We know everyone likes to save a little money on auto repairs when they can, especially in today's COVID-19 economy. That's why we set up the LightHouse Automotive Specials page, where you can download a number of coupons that will provide discounts on our standard auto repair and maintenance services. Our service specials are updated monthly, so be sure and check back often and look at the expiration dates. If you previously printed a coupon and it has since expired, just come back to our specials page for an updated version. Certain service specials run almost every month! Here are a few current ones you might want to look at: Spring Oil Change and Vehicle Inspection For $59.95, you can get your oil changed at LightHouse Automotive while also getting a complete vehicle inspection. We will run diagnostic ... read more