For improved ride performance have gas-charged shocks installed rather than heavy-duty ones. They smooth out rough roads and increase steering stability and control when cornering.
What do you put into your car's radiator? If it's only water or coolant, you could be headed for trouble. Check the owner's manual and use the proper mix of water and coolant.
Vehicles today are very complex but, did you know that they're somewhat easier to fix? Thanks to onboard computers and specialized scanners, the car or truck can tell the mechanic exactly what's wrong so long, drawn out searches are effectively eliminated.
Did you know? Engaging your parking brake when your car is parked - whether on a hill or not - reduces stress on the transmission and may save money in costly repairs later on.
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).
Do you know that if you don’t replace the timing belt of your vehicle at the recommended interval, it may cause damage to the engine? And, of course, the engine repair cost is much higher than the cost of timing belt replacement.
If you want to extend the life of your tires, avoid aggressive starts and stops. It not only prevents damage or wear and tear, but produces fewer emissions as well.
Do you know that certain atmospheric issues can also cause your tires to deteriorate over time? For example, extreme hot temperatures can cause the rubber in your tires to wear and tear, leading to failure ultimately.
You should always be careful when you change lanes. Hitting someone is the most obvious danger, but there are others. Cutting in front of someone can cause them to overreact and lose control. Changing lanes if there’s something slippery on the road (like ice or oil) can cause you to lose control.
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.
Car frame damage is not the devastating condition it once was. Modern equipment does an excellent job of straightening frames and can restore vehicles to their original alignment.
While you may know that your vehicle's battery gets charged when the engine is running, do you know how this happens? The charging process is possible because a component called an alternator, which is powered by the engine via a belt to send a constant charge to the battery to keep it charged.
Deposits of carbon and gunk can build up on the cylinder heads, reducing power. To prevent (or correct) this, the heads, valves, valve seats and ports need to be inspected and cleaned.
Did you buy a new part to replace an old one, but it's outside your DIY skills? Bring it to us and we'll install it for you. This is a pretty common practice and we'll be glad to help you out.
There is a lot of debate as to how often the oil in your car or truck should be changed. Instead of relying on the advice of neighbors, friends or family, turn to your ride's owner's manual. The engineers who designed your vehicle know best.
If you notice that your vehicle is tracking left or right when you let go of the wheel, chances are it's due for an alignment. Of course, this is something that can only be done at a professional garage as the job will require using a specialized alignment machine.
Check your automatic transmission fluid regularly to keep your transmission in good working order. Transmission fluid should always be cherry red. If it is any other color, it needs to be replaced and the transmission inspected.
Who doesn’t love the smell of a new car? Actually, the smell of a new car is comprised of 50 volatile organic compounds. Don’t worry, none of them are toxic!
Tired of the cup holders in your car getting gunked up and sticky? Here's a simple hack to prevent that: place cupcake liners in them. Not only do they protect the holders, they are easy to remove.
If you develop braking problems while on the go, it would be best not to proceed. Attempting to continue to your destination not only puts you and your passengers at risk, you also endanger other motorists you share the road with.
If you notice that your car or truck has become somewhat bouncy, it may be time to have your suspension system inspected. This is particularly true if you haven’t replaced your shock absorbers in a long while as they may have already become faulty.
If your car's AC suddenly stops blowing cold air, the most likely culprit is a leak in the system. Unfortunately, these leaks can be difficult to trace and seal so the best thing to do would be to get a specialist to work on the problem.
Checking the condition of your windshield wiper blades regularly can help to ensure that they will function properly.
Whenever the engine temperature warning light comes on, pull over and turn your car off and wait at least thirty minutes before opening the hood. If the problem persists, bring your car to us for repair.
