Whether your vehicle has started making unusual noises or your Check Engine light won't turn off, you can bring it down to the professionals at MSI Automotive and expect great results. We specialize in a wide variety of foreign and domestic auto maintenance and repair services, including tune-ups, oil changes, electrical auto diagnostics, brakes, shocks and struts, air conditioning, electrical engine repairs, timing belts, clutches, transmissions, wheel alignment, and much more! If you're in the San Rafael, CA area and you need auto repair, you know who to trust: MSI Automotive.

A lot of the time, we expect our vehicle’s problems to be staring us right in the face. If you need an engine repair, your check engine light will probably light up on your dashboard. Other times, though, a problem might not be as easy to detect. Read below to discover some other discreet signs you may need a Ford or Toyota auto repair.

● Increased Exhaust Smoke: Any change in emissions is cause for concern, especially if your car is now producing excessive, colored exhaust smoke. Judging by the color of the smoke you can often tell what the problem is. Black smoke means your car is burning too much fuel, blue smoke indicates oil in the combustion chamber and white smoke is a sign of a coolant leak in the engine.

● Fluid Leaks: There are many fluids in your car that make your vehicle operate smoothly. If you spot anything leaking from your car or truck, be sure to get the leak looked at, as your car relies on these fluids to run safely and efficiently. We can easily conduct a Subaru, Honda, or BMW auto repair due to fluid leaks.  

● Unusual Smells: If your vehicle is emitting a strong odor, you need to have it looked at. In order to know what you are looking for, here are some signs of unusual smells. A sweet, maple like smell probably means your car is leaking coolant. A gym bag smell can indicate mold in the AC or heater vents. A burning paper smell is often a sign your vehicle needs clutch repair.