Changing the oil and filter regularly is one of the best ways to keep your car's engine healthy. The oil keeps your engine running smoothly by cutting down the friction.
Why do we call it a "tune up"? It's because the first ignition systems consisted of spark plugs and ignition coils, and as the coils worked they would emit a buzzing sound. If they were all working together correctly, they would all buzz at the same level and be “in tune.”
Overheating is a serious problem that can cause damage to your car’s engine. If your car overheats, shut the engine off immediately and have it towed to our repair facility.
If your car is running great but the check engine light is on, this might be an indication that something is wrong. In this case, we suggest you to get your car diagnosed by our expert technicians.
Among your vehicle's consumable components are its serpentine belts. However, this really isn't something you should work on if you don't have the experience as getting to them, taking them out and replacing them with new ones can be quite a task.
If you want to ensure the high-performance of your vehicle, it should be maintained properly. Preventive maintenance at scheduled times optimizes the performance of your car and saves you money in the long run.
Do you know that all the tires come with a specific identification number along with the year of manufacturing? This is in accordance with the rules established by the government of the United States.
Are there little chirping noises coming from your engine while you're driving? It may be caused by loose, faulty or broken transmission mounts. If they're not repaired, bigger problems will follow.
Suddenly stiffened steering in older cars can be a sign of deteriorating or damaged ball joint. If not addressed and corrected, it could fail completely, creating a serious safety hazard.
Do you know that in terms of efficiency, diesel engines are more efficient than gasoline engines? While a diesel engine is 40% fuel efficient, a gas engine is only about 20% efficient.
Does your car have a timing belt? If so, refer to your owner's manual for information on when to change it. Most belts have a service life of 60,000 miles (give or take), so if yours is nearing this limit, have it checked.
Don't delay on having minor problems repaired. One thing can lead to another, and things get more expensive as you go. As soon as you suspect a problem, have it checked and corrected.
From the mid-1990s through the early-2000s, Chrysler was famous for hiding car batteries under the hood inside the front wheel well. You had to turn the wheel to one side and peel back the wheel-well cover to access the battery.
If you want to upgrade the suspension components on your four-wheel drive vehicle, it would be best to have it done professionally. This is because a great deal of know-how is needed for such projects so an amateur DIY attempt isn't wise or safe.
While car's today are very efficient, they are quite complex so anyone attempting to perform a repair will need special tools. This is in stark contrast to the cars of decades past that only required traditional tools to fix.
We know that sometimes it's practically impossible to avoid hitting a pothole. If you do happen to slam into one, bring your car or truck in and have us check the wheels, tires, suspension system and alignment.
When reading the label on an oil container, do you know what the "W" means? Nope, not weight. It stands for winter, and refers to its viscosity in cold temperatures.
If you drive an electric car, its motor relies on special brushes to keep it running, and they eventually wear out. Have them checked for signs of wear starting at about 50,000–60,000 miles.
"Car designers are just going to have to come up with an automobile that outlasts the payments." - Erma Bombeck
What is oil viscosity? Oil viscosity refers to how easily oil pours at a specified temperature. Thin oils have lower viscosity (lower number) and pour more easily at low temperatures than thicker oils that have a greater viscosity (higher number).
While you may be able to change a blown fuse on your vehicle, you need to keep in mind that something made the particular fuse you replaced fail. As such, you may want to have an auto repair technician take a close look especially if the fault happens again.
A burning smell in your car may indicate the lack of transmission fluid. If this happens, check for the signs of oil leakage or bring your vehicle to our repair facility for a thorough inspection.
If the temperature gauge on your car’s dashboard should spike, pull over and stop your car as continuing to drive could cause serious damage to the engine. Bring your car to us for repairs.
It is important to check the oil level in your vehicle regularly. Otherwise, you run the risk of serious engine damage.