Hewitt's Auto Service
340 GRANITE ST YARMOUTH, Maine 04096 | (207) 846-4366

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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: Dec 06, 2021

Axle

{{ 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: Nov 25, 2021

Hewitt's Auto Service 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: Jul 11, 2021

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: Nov 24, 2020

Axle

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Hewitt's Auto Service Answer:One possible cause of the problem is a worn axle. F...
Published on: Feb 25, 2018