Auto Repair and Tire Services for Cleveland Heights, OH ➤

Beautiful parks and unique architecture make Cleveland Heights a wonderful place to live. Whether you’re dropping kids off at school or practice or heading home from work, you want to be sure that your car is running safely. When your vehicle is making a weird noise or you see your check engine light, it can understandably cause concern. Don’t worry! You can trust the talented team at Allstar Muffler & Brake to identify the problem and fix it quickly and efficiently. We’ll get you and your family back on the road to work and school in no time! We’re also proud to consistently offer competitive pricing for our services.

In addition to engine repair services, our team’s tire dealer can help you find the best tires for your vehicle and budget. When winter weather arrives, you want to be sure that you have brakes and tires that will keep you safe in the snow. And when the warmer weather returns, you can count on our team for auto air conditioning repair and service as well!

Signs Your Vehicle Needs Muffler Repair Services

The muffler helps to dampen the noise your vehicle makes, as well as decrease the emissions. Ensuring that your vehicle has a properly functioning muffler also means maintaining your vehicle's performance and endurance. A damaged or missing muffler results in your vehicle becoming much louder, which can violate noise regulation laws, and can negatively impact your engine's performance and the environment due to an increase in harmful emissions. To avoid these potential problems, here are some signs that your muffler may need repairs.

• Holes or Rust: Over time and with exposure to weather, such as rain and snow, and the salt on the roads during the winter season, the underside of your vehicle becomes susceptible to rust, which can lead to holes and become a vicious cycle. One way to prevent this is to request a fluid film to be applied, but once rust and holes are visible, you should have a technician examine the muffler and have the necessary repairs made.
• Reduction in Fuel Efficiency: If you notice a decline in your vehicle's fuel efficiency, it may be a result of a damaged muffler. In some cases, this can also cause your check engine light to come on.
• Bad Odor: An increase in emissions can lead to you smelling fumes produced by your car, which cannot be filtered out properly due to a damaged muffler.