Does Oil Type Matter?
When the Check Engine Light comes on in your vehicle, do you cringe in fear or just ignore it? Many people are not sure what to do, so let us try and take some of the mystery out of it. First, if it is a flashing check engine light, something is wrong. You should get […]
Get Fresh Air INSIDE Your Car
Air quality affects us wherever we are. We have become more aware of how air pollution negatively affects our lives over the past few decades. But have you thought about the air INSIDE your car? Most vehicles model year 2000 and newer have cabin air filters. The filters take care of cleaning the air in […]
The 411 On Replacing Batteries
Question:When do I need to replace my battery? Answer:That is a very smart question that can sometimes be overlooked until the battery dies and it is a last resort purchase. Other times, batteries are being replaced before their time. Here is the run down on how to know when your battery is ready to be replaced. If your […]
All About Axles
Your axles are an extremely important part of your vehicle. They are the last link in transferring power from the engine to your wheels. They’re strong parts that can last a long time, but they can run into trouble. Axles just wear out over time and need to be replaced. Sometimes axle seals leak lubricant […]
Alternator – What is It?
Why is there a warning light that looks like a car battery on your dashboard? The purpose of the light is to let you know your battery is not charging properly. Your battery stores enough energy to start your car and get you going- not much more. You won’t get very far on battery power alone. To […]
How Do I Know When I Need A Wheel Alignment?
When your vehicle’s wheels are properly aligned they all point in the same direction. When they are out of alignment, most motorists notice a couple of things. First, the family car pulls to one side when driving. It could be slight or pretty severe. If your wheels have been out of alignment for a while, […]
Why Isn’t My Air Conditioner Blowing Cold Air?
Your air conditioning system uses refrigerant to create cold air. The most common reasons why your vehicle’s air conditioning system would lose its cold air will have to do with the refrigerant. The first main issue is generally not enough refrigerant. Refrigerant is a gas in the system and very small holes in a hose, seal or […]
Airbags – The Need for Speed
Airbags sometimes seem to be fickle aspects of a vehicle that have a mind of its own. They also have an association of being soft and fluffy in their un-deployed state. When released, however, it is a whole different story. Their explosion is engineered to be fast and efficient at stopping the moving force of […]