G A P Automotive
13560 106 Ave Surrey, BC V3T 2C5 604-588-4009

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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

Simple Answers from G A P Automotive for Surrey: Exhaust Service

Question: My car failed its emissions test, what do I need to do?G A P Automotive Answer:Let’s get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be deadly. If Surrey drivers smell ex...
Published on: Dec 08, 2019

Exhaust Service at G A P Automotive

We've all heard a car or truck in our Surrey neighborhood that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler.The exhaust system has three main functi...
Published on: Nov 03, 2019

G A P Automotive Automotive Tips: Emission System Service

All modern vehicles on BC expressways come with an emissions system. Their purpose is to reduce the amount of harmful emissions getting into the atmosphere. The system draws in fresh air, collects vap...
Published on: Aug 25, 2019

G A P Automotive Automotive Tips: Oxygen Sensor

Many Surrey 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: your...
Published on: Oct 30, 2017

PCV Valve Replacement at G A P Automotive in Surrey

The PCV valve is a little, inexpensive part that does a big job for Surrey drivers and our environment here in BC. PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. The crankcase is the bottom area of th...
Published on: Jul 23, 2017

Exhaust

We've all heard a car or truck in our Surrey neighborhood that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler.The exhaust system has three main functi...
Published on: Apr 09, 2017

G A P Automotive Automotive Tips: Diesel Emissions Maintenance

You’ve probably noticed a lot more BC 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: Feb 12, 2017