Pete's Automotive
6160 Sebastopol Ave - Hwy 12, Sebastopol, CA 95472 707.823.6020

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{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What co...
Published on: Mar 26, 2023

Axles

Your axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to your wheels.  They’re strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trouble. Axles just wear out ov...
Published on: Mar 20, 2023

Axle Service At Pete's Automotive in Sebastopol

Sebastopol drivers should know that the axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to the wheels. They're strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trouble. ...
Published on: Oct 19, 2022

Boots for Your Ball Joint (Ball Joint Boot Replacement)

There's a little part on your vehicle you may not know about, but when it develops a problem, getting it fixed sooner rather than later can save you a lot of money in the long run. Got your attention ...
Published on: Jun 06, 2022

Growling that Grates

A driver who uses his or her ears has a leg up on those who don't.  In addition to noises helping you be aware of traffic, they can give you clues to potential problems in your vehicle.  One...
Published on: Sep 21, 2021

Pete's Automotive Automotive Tips: Axles

The axle assemblies in your vehicle transfer power out to the drive wheels.  On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, there is an axle shaft that goes from the differential in the center of the axle to eac...
Published on: Mar 29, 2021

Pete's Automotive Automotive Tips: Axles

The axle assemblies in your vehicle transfer power out to the drive wheels.  On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, there is an axle shaft that goes from the differential in the center of the axle to eac...
Published on: Feb 15, 2017

Axle

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Pete's Automotive Answer:One possible cause of the problem is a worn axle. Front...
Published on: Nov 02, 2015