Advanced Repair, Inc.
27 16th Ave South. Saint Cloud, MN 56301 │ 320.253.6295

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Oxygen Sensor

Many people hear the term “oxygen sensor" and figure it must have something to do with sensing oxygen. But they don’t really know much beyond that. Let’s break it down; your vehicle ...
Published on: Nov 30, 2025

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: Nov 23, 2025

Exhaust

We've all heard a car or truck in our Saint Cloud neighborhoods that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler.{{ image('https://s3.amazonaws.com/www.autonettv....
Published on: Jun 29, 2025

Exhaust

We've all heard a car or truck in our Saint Cloud neighborhoods that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler.{{ image('https://s3.amazonaws.com/www.autonettv....
Published on: Dec 22, 2024

Catalytic Converter Replacement

Many of us have become aware of how important it is to keep our planet’s air clean, and your vehicle has a key component that helps do just that: the catalytic converter.  It’s in the...
Published on: Jul 14, 2024

Simple Answers from Advanced Repair, Inc. for Saint Cloud: Exhaust Service

{{ image('MzQy') }} Question:My car failed its emissions test – what do I need to do?Advanced Repair, Inc. Answer:Let's get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be dead...
Published on: Jan 22, 2023

Diesel Emissions Maintenance

You’ve probably noticed a lot more vehicles being offered with diesel engines.  Diesel is a very popular choice in much of the world.  North America is just starting to close the gap b...
Published on: Jul 07, 2022

PCV Valve Replacement at Advanced Repair, Inc. in Saint Cloud

The PCV valve is a little, inexpensive part that does a big job for Saint Cloud and our environment here in MN. PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. The crankcase is the botto...
Published on: Dec 13, 2021