Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Ryan?s Auto Repair of Plymouth

May 26, 2024

Hello Plymouth! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in MI vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government to regula... More

Ryan?s Auto Repair of Plymouth Automotive Tips: Diagnostic Service

March 3, 2024

Imagine waking up one morning with a stomach ache. You pick up the phone, call the doctors office and say, Ive got a really bad tummy ache. How much will it cost to make me feel better? Of course you wouldnt do that. You know that there could be a lot of reasons for your symptoms and that the doc... More

The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement)

January 28, 2024

Even in the months where temperatures are cooler, heat is still an enemy of your vehicle. When your engine runs, it creates heat, so there are numerous heat shields that protect other parts from those higher temperatures. Heat shields are installed around several areas of the exhaust system. Ot... More

Sounds Like a Hot Rod (Noisy Exhaust System)

December 31, 2023

Driving along, your exhaust system's rumbling so loud that people turn and stare at you pass by. You're wondering when the police are going to pull you over for illegal noise. Your mind immediately thinks, aha! A broken muffler. Well, your exhaust system is composed of many more parts than just... More