BSE Automotive
15720 Crescent Valley Dr NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332 253.851.5351

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Don't Blow a Gasket! (Valve Cover Gasket Replacement)

When you head out to your vehicle after it's been parked and notice oil leaking underneath it, that's something to have looked at right away.  Oil leaks mean your oil level is probably low, and r...
Published on: Mar 23, 2025

Getting Off to a Running Start (Starter Replacement)

When you start your vehicle’s engine, there’s another motor that makes that whole process possible.  It’s called the starter, and it’s a small electric motor that gets you...
Published on: Jan 12, 2025

Cold Facts about Heaters

Brrrr.  It's cold outside.  And if your vehicle's heater isn't working, then it's cold inside too.  No fun – and potentially dangerous: heat is needed to defrost your windshield.&...
Published on: Dec 11, 2023

Don't Store These in a Cold Vehicle (Items to Avoid Storing in a Freezing Vehicle)

The other day, a man walked into a restaurant carrying a can of paint. He had just bought the latex paint at the local home improvement store, and he was stopping for lunch. "Latex paint is water-bas...
Published on: Dec 03, 2023

Finding Vehicle Recall Information in Gig Harbor

No matter how well they’re made, vehicles will have design or manufacturing problems.  And when the government thinks a problem is really serious, they require the manufacturer to issue a r...
Published on: Sep 17, 2023

Light into Darkness (Vehicle Lighting)

You need to be able to see at night and have other vehicles see you as well.  Spend a few minutes to check and make sure all your vehicle's outside lights are working.  It might help to have...
Published on: Sep 06, 2023

What BSE Automotive Customers Should Know

There are some things BSE Automotive customers should know about automotive service and repair in Gig Harbor. First and foremost, BSE Automotive cares about you and your family's safety. And they re...
Published on: Jun 04, 2023

Deciphering the Menu Board: A to Z

You may not be familiar with all of the items on your Gig Harbor auto service center's menu board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed. Remember, the boa...
Published on: Apr 04, 2023