Automotive Industry News & Information - Harold's Used Auto Parts, Inc.

Routine maintenance can lead us to discover all kinds of things you would think are obvious but as drivers with a routine, we simply get in and drive. We may think that if the lights come on and the car starts there are no issues, but at Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia we know what to look for and when to ask questions. When your vehicle is pulling to one side there are several possibilities.

Manual transmissions are durable, reliable pieces of equipment. Still, sometimes problems arise. Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia has the answer to a question that plagues many manual transmissions; why does my transmission pop out of gear?

Your Ram, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup is a big truck. All that weight takes some strong stopping power and takes its toll on your brake pads - especially if you ever pull a trailer or carry heavy loads. Whenever you need a brake job, Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA has your back.

There are a lot of drivers on the road today with improperly adjusted rearview mirrors, contributing to unnecessary blind spots and potentially hazardous driving conditions. At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, we place a lot of value on efficiency; here’s how to get the most out of your mirrors.

Does your car, truck, or SUV shift at the wrong moment? Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia has the solution. Shift point issues can manifest themselves in two ways; either your car will rapidly shift through several or all the gears at low speed, low rpm, getting to the highest gear before you’ve gained enough momentum, or shifts will be delayed, the transmission refusing to shift until far into the RPM range.

Your drive belts run everything - your AC, power steering, alternator, and water pump are all dependent on the belts that turn them. At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, our goal is to keep your truck maintained, so you’re never stuck out on the road. Drive belts are a critical part of that goal.

The turbocharger on your diesel is a precision-engineered component that requires proper maintenance to ensure it meets your needs and performs every time you get behind the wheel - no matter what the task is. Here at Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA, our team is the perfect choice to ensure that the turbocharger on your diesel is always working at optimum capacity with no problems as our diesel technicians are simply the best plus when you are running tens or even hundreds of thousands of RPMs, keeping everything in good shape is absolutely necessary. Fortunately, we have exactly what you need!

It can be very alarming to hear unusual sounds coming from your vehicle. If you are hearing any humming, whining, or even clunking noises emitting from under your vehicle, it is most likely a transmission issue. Luckily, these noises can help you pinpoint what issue you may be having with your transmission. Some of these issues are minor and can be easily taken care of, but some of them are much more major and may require special attention and service. Read on to see just what your transmission problem may be.