MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE
970 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R3 (204) 775-8862

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Why did my vehicle fail its emissions test?

We all want to breathe clean air and keep our planet green.  One of the ways to do that is by requiring all vehicles with internal combustion engines to pass an emissions test.  That’s...
Published on: Aug 27, 2023

Exhaust Service at MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE

We've all heard a car or truck in our Winnipeg neighborhood that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler.The exhaust system has three main func...
Published on: Apr 12, 2020

MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE Automotive Tips: Oxygen Sensor

Many Winnipeg drivers hear the term “Oxygen Sensor” and figure it must have something to do with sensing oxygen, but don’t really know much beyond that. Let’s break it down: yo...
Published on: Feb 02, 2020

MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE Automotive Tips: Diesel Emissions Maintenance

You’ve probably noticed a lot more MB drivers driving vehicles with diesel engines. Diesel is a very popular choice in much of the world and is becoming more commonplace here. North America is j...
Published on: Nov 11, 2018

Simple Answers from MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE for Winnipeg: Exhaust Service

Question: My car failed its emissions test, what do I need to do?MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE Answer:Let’s get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be deadly. If Winnipeg drivers smell ...
Published on: Nov 04, 2018

PCV Valve Replacement at MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE in Winnipeg

The PCV valve is a little, inexpensive part that does a big job for Winnipeg drivers and our environment here in MB. PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. The crankcase is the bottom area of ...
Published on: Sep 23, 2018

Exhaust

We've all heard a car or truck in our Winnipeg neighborhood that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler.The exhaust system has three main func...
Published on: Jun 10, 2018

MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE Automotive Tips: EGR Valve

It is pretty amazing how manufacturers have been able to consistently build more vigorous engines in cars that get better fuel economy while at the same time meeting increasing environmental stan...
Published on: May 06, 2018