Stouch's Auto Repair Shop
221 N EAST ST YORK, PA 17403 | 717.843.6236

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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: Jan 18, 2026

Exhaust

We’ve all heard a car or truck that needs a new muffler.  But there’s more to the exhaust system than just the muffler.  The exhaust system has three main functions: To safel...
Published on: Jul 27, 2025

The Test Your Vehicle Can Fail (Emissions Tests)

Clean air quality is something that helps all of us thrive here on Planet Earth.  And considering that motor vehicles are a contributor to air pollution, emissions tests in the U.S. and Canada ar...
Published on: Apr 13, 2025

Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Diesel engines are appearing in more and more vehicles in nearly every category from compact cars to pick-up trucks to high-performance luxury vehicles.  In much of the world, 40% or more of pass...
Published on: Jan 26, 2025

Simple Answers from Stouch's Auto Repair Shop for York: Exhaust Service

{{ image('MzQy') }} Question:My car failed its emissions test – what do I need to do?Stouch's Auto Repair Shop Answer:Let's get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be ...
Published on: Sep 06, 2022

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: Jun 20, 2022

EGR Valve

It is pretty amazing how auto makers have been able to consistently build more powerful engines in vehicles that get better fuel economy while at the same time meeting increasing environmental standar...
Published on: Dec 19, 2021

PCV Valve Replacement at Stouch's Auto Repair Shop in York

The PCV valve is a little, inexpensive part that does a big job for York and our environment here in PA. PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. The crankcase is the bottom area ...
Published on: Oct 18, 2021