All Pro Servicenter
1121 Railroad Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265 515.453.8439

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Full Stop (Brake Master Cylinder Replacement)

When you step on your brake pedal, you want to feel confident that your vehicle’s going to stop.  If your brakes aren’t working right, it’s a risk to your safety and the safety ...
Published on: Mar 23, 2025

Gasoline Direct Injection

{{ image('MzU0') }} Question:My new car has a “GDI” engine. What does that mean to me and other West Des Moines vehicles with this new type of engine?All Pro Servicenter Answer:GDI stands...
Published on: Feb 16, 2025

The Light Many Drivers Fear (Check Engine Light)

Ask just about any driver about one thing they fear seeing inside their vehicle and they'll say it's the Check Engine light coming on. You know, that little light on your instrument panel that is in t...
Published on: Jan 26, 2025

Putting a Stop to Brake Problems (Brake Service)

It's safe to say that most drivers take their brakes for granted.  You press on the brake pedal and the vehicle slows down or stops.  It's easy to see why it is so important for your vehicle...
Published on: Jan 05, 2025

Your Vehicle's Other Power Plant (Alternator Replacement)

Your vehicle's engine is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a power plant.  But it has another power source that is vital as well: the alternator. The alternator is wha...
Published on: Nov 17, 2024

Why is Air Not Coming Out of My Vents?

You climb inside your vehicle, start the ignition, and reach for the fan control for the heating or air conditioning.  But when you try to crank it up, no air comes out of the vents. It can make ...
Published on: Jul 28, 2024

Air Blend Box

West Des Moines drivers push a few buttons or turn some knobs, and voila! They have air blowing on their feet or cool air chilling their face. But how does all that happen? Well, it's all thanks ...
Published on: Jul 14, 2024

The “Man-Made” Engine Oil (Synthetic Oil Change)

If you own a newer vehicle, your vehicle’s manufacturer may require that it use synthetic oil instead of conventional oil.  Synthetic oils are more stable, don’t break down as easily,...
Published on: Jun 30, 2024