Flint's Auto Repair
990 S MAIN ST ATHOL, MA 01331 | 978.249.4246

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Flint's Auto Repair Tech Question On Your Battery

Question My name is David.  For the last year and a half, I’ve had some battery problems.  I had trouble starting my car, so I bought a new battery.  At first everything was fine...
Published on: Dec 28, 2025

Scheduled Wheel Alignment at Flint's Auto Repair

People need to be concerned about wheel alignment for two primary reasons: safety and money.  When your wheels are out of alignment, they can pull to one side. A moment of inattention could put y...
Published on: Dec 21, 2025

Supplemental Restraint System – Airbags

After they’ve had an accident, some people wonder why their airbags didn't go off. Movies and television lead us to believe that airbags go off with the slightest bump. The reality is much more ...
Published on: Oct 05, 2025

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: Sep 28, 2025

Simple Answers from Flint's Auto Repair for Athol: Differential Service

{{ image('NDIx') }} Question:What is a differential and why do Athol drivers need to have it serviced?Flint's Auto Repair Answer:First of all – your vehicle does have a differential. If it's a ...
Published on: Sep 07, 2025

The Flint's Auto Repair Guide to Recommended Intervals

Most Athol drivers are aware that manufacturers have service intervals for your car. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety...
Published on: Aug 17, 2025

Radiator Hoses

Your radiator hoses carry coolant between your engine and radiator.  It’s an important job.  If a hose fails, you could lose your engine coolant which might lead to overheating and ver...
Published on: Jul 13, 2025

The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)

When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit.  Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs higher: Your vehicle's air conditioning...
Published on: Apr 20, 2025