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TLC Auto Shop is a family-owned auto repair facility that has been serving clients in the Dallas area since 2000. Our ASE-certified technicians provide affordable and high-quality auto repair services on all makes and models. We believe in preventative maintenance and will do all we can to ensure your vehicle's longevity. Towing and pick-up available.

📸 WHAT WE FOUND UNDER A COWL GRILLE THIS MORNING:🍂 Approximately 400 oak leaves🌰 6 acorns🪶 Mysterious bird feather🎾 Half...
10/21/2026

📸 WHAT WE FOUND UNDER A COWL GRILLE THIS MORNING:
🍂 Approximately 400 oak leaves
🌰 6 acorns
🪶 Mysterious bird feather
🎾 Half a tennis ball (???)
💧 Enough water to fill a coffee mug
Translation: This car's drains were 100% blocked. The next rain would've flooded straight into the cabin.
Owner's reaction: "I had NO idea that part even opened!"
Most people don't! But now YOU do. 😎
Check this week—you might find buried treasure. Or at least prevent water damage. Both are wins!

🛠️ THE 5-MINUTE COWL DRAIN CHECK (Save this post!)What: Cowl drains sit at the base of your windshield under the plastic...
10/21/2026

🛠️ THE 5-MINUTE COWL DRAIN CHECK (Save this post!)
What: Cowl drains sit at the base of your windshield under the plastic grille/panel. They drain rainwater away from your cabin.
Dallas Problem: Oak & pecan leaves clog them in October!
HOW TO CHECK & CLEAR: Locate the plastic grille at the base of your windshield (under the wipers) Remove leaves and debris you can see by hand Lift the grille (some pop up, some need screws removed) Scoop out the leaf sludge hiding underneath 🍂🤢
Flush with

🌧️ HEADS UP DALLAS: Rain Expected This Month because it’s one of the most consistently rainy months!Which means all thos...
10/20/2026

🌧️ HEADS UP DALLAS: Rain Expected This Month because it’s one of the most consistently rainy months!
Which means all those leaves currently decorating your windshield base?
They're about to turn into water-blocking sludge. This week's mission: Clear those drains BEFORE the rain hits.
Why it matters: Clogged cowl drains can force rainwater into your cabin air intake, soaking your cabin filter, shorting out your blower motor, or worse—flooding your floorboards and damaging electronics.
The

💬 "I THOUGHT MY SUNROOF WAS BROKEN..."Water was dripping onto my passenger seat every time it rained. It could be an $80...
10/20/2026

💬 "I THOUGHT MY SUNROOF WAS BROKEN..."
Water was dripping onto my passenger seat every time it rained. It could be an $800 "sunroof seal replacement." still leaving the issue without being fixed.
The real problem? Clogged sunroof drains full of leaves and debris.
The fix? 10 minutes with a pipe cleaner and warm water.
The cost? $0. 😲
Moral of the story: Before you pay for expensive repairs, check if it's just a clogged drain.
We'll teach you how this week!

🔧 DIY MONDAY: Where Are Your Car's Secret Drains? Your car has 5 drainage systems working silently to keep water OUT of ...
10/20/2026

🔧 DIY MONDAY: Where Are Your Car's Secret Drains? Your car has 5 drainage systems working silently to keep water OUT of places it'll cause damage:
1️⃣ Cowl Drains (base of windshield) - catches leaves constantly
2️⃣ Sunroof Drains (4 corners) - can overflow into your headliner
3️⃣ Door Drains (bottom of doors) - prevents door rust
4️⃣ A/C Condensation Drain (under car) - drips water normally
5️⃣ Trunk/Hatch Drains (around seals) - keeps trunk dry
Dallas Fall Problem: Oak and pecan leaves

🍁 HIGHLAND PARK, UNIVERSITY PARK & LAKEWOOD FRIENDS...Those gorgeous 100-year-old oak trees that make our neighborhoods ...
10/19/2026

🍁 HIGHLAND PARK, UNIVERSITY PARK & LAKEWOOD FRIENDS...
Those gorgeous 100-year-old oak trees that make our neighborhoods so beautiful?
They're currently dumping approximately 47 BILLION leaves onto our cars. (Okay, we didn't count. But it FEELS like it.) 🍂😅
And when Dallas gets those October pop-up storms, those leaves create a wet, sticky mess that: Clogs your car's drainage systems
Traps moisture against metal (hello, rust!)
Blocks neighborhood storm drains (contributing to street floo

🤔 POP QUIZ: What Do These Have In Common?✅ Your gutters✅ Your storm drains✅ Your kitchen sink✅ Your carAnswer: They ALL ...
10/19/2026

🤔 POP QUIZ: What Do These Have In Common?
✅ Your gutters
✅ Your storm drains
✅ Your kitchen sink
✅ Your car
Answer: They ALL have drains that get clogged with fall leaves!
The difference? You can SEE when your gutters are clogged.
You can't see your car's cowl drains, sunroof drains, door drains, or A/C drains until water starts pooling in places it absolutely should NOT be. 😬
Like your floorboards. Or your trunk. Or worse—your electronics.
Good news?

🍂 DALLAS DRIVERS: Fall's Hidden Car Killer Isn'tWhat You Think It's not the cold. It's not even the rain.It's those beau...
10/19/2026

🍂 DALLAS DRIVERS: Fall's Hidden Car Killer Isn't
What You Think It's not the cold. It's not even the rain.
It's those beautiful oak and pecan leaves carpeting your driveway right now.
When they get wet, they turn into a sticky slurry that clogs your car's drain systems—leading to water damage, mold, and even electrical failures that cost thousands to repair.
This week, we're sharing simple DIY checks you can do in 15 minutes to prevent expensive fall damage.

This week we covered wipers inside & out! 🎓 Ready to prep your car for rainy season? Call TLC Auto Shop or stop by Monda...
10/16/2026

This week we covered wipers inside & out! 🎓 Ready to prep your car for rainy season? Call TLC Auto Shop or stop by Monday. Have a safe, dry weekend, East Dallas! 🌟

Clear windshield = safer commute = peace of mind. 🙏 Whether you're heading to work or enjoying retirement, TLC Auto Shop...
10/16/2026

Clear windshield = safer commute = peace of mind. 🙏 Whether you're heading to work or enjoying retirement, TLC Auto Shop keeps you safe on East Dallas roads.

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Dallas, TX

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Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 9:30am

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+12146963966

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