Boonsboro Auto Repair

30 Jul MD State Safety Inspection: Motor & Transmission Posted at 17:55h in Auto Maintenance, State Inspection, Transmission by Eby's Garage Did you know that in 2020, there were over 1,823,500 vehicles registered in the state of Maryland? That is a lot of automobiles on the road. An MD State Safety Inspection Certificate is a requirement for all those vehicles to help keep motorists safe. This certificate is only issued if your vehicle meets or exceeds the safety standards deemed necessary by the state. The MD Safety Inspection includes many different parts of your auto. This blog focuses on motor and transmission com ... read more

MD State Safety Inspection: Brake System Posted at 01:18h in Brakes, State Inspection by Eby's Garage Maryland requires a safety inspection on all cars registered within the state. Before obtaining an inspection certificate, you must have your vehicle inspected at a licensed vehicle safety inspection station (in Maryland). The MD State Safety Inspection checks numerous automobile components and systems, including drum brakes, disk brakes, and regenerative braking. This blog will explore the basics of brake components, their common issues, and possible repairs. For more information on other automotive systems, see the links for this entire blog series at the end of this blog. MD State Safety Inspection: Brake System Components An inspector will check all your veh ... read more

30 May MD State Safety Inspection: Steering & Stability Posted at 01:11h in State Inspection, Steering, Suspension, Tires by Eby's Garage The demand for pre-owned vehicles is still high right now. If you want to take advantage of this need and plan to sell your used auto, you need to obtain a MD State Safety Inspection Certificate. Here are a few things you should know. Vehicles will occasionally fail to meet a safety standard due to safety issues or mechanical problems. The inspection ... read more

MD State Safety Inspection: Fuel & Emissions Posted at 00:22h in Auto Maintenance, Fuel System by Eby's Garage Most pre-owned vehicles must obtain a Maryland Safety Inspection certificate before being sold or transferred. Our last blog focused on exhaust system issues that can result in your vehicle failing certification. This blog will focus on problems with the fuel system and emission system that may cause your vehicle to fail the MD State Safety Inspection. Common issues may include the fuel pump, gas cap, or fuel injectors. A certificate will be issued once the necessary repairs are made, and the vehicle passes the inspection. Keep reading to learn about automotive fuel & emis ... read more

MD State Safety Inspection: Exhaust System Repair Posted at 23:37h in Exhaust System, State Inspection by Eby's Garage Maryland requires the majority of used vehicles to obtain a safety inspection certificate before their sale or transfer. In general, it is the seller’s responsibility to get the MD State Safety Inspection Certificate. To get this certification, a licensed vehicle safety inspection station in Maryland must inspect your vehicle. The process will include an in-depth visual and mechanical inspection of your automobile (check here for a complete list). The exhaust system, including the muffler, catalytic converter, and oxygen sensor, often requires minor repairs or s ... read more