It’s the start of the new month and time to focus on another preventative maintenance service. As temperatures drop and winter approaches i think it’s a good time to take a look at the cooling system service. Let’s answer a few common questions about engine cooling system’s and cooling system service procedures. How does my Cooling System work? […]
Power Steering Fluid Flush
A power steering fluid flush every 2 years or 30,000 miles (48,000 km) will help prevent hydraulic power steering problems and save you from costly repair bills. Hydraulic power steering systems use pressurized power steering fluid reduce the effort required to steer your vehicle. Over time, heat generated by the power steering pump, moisture and contaminants within […]
Power Steering Fluid Service: September Preventative Auto Service of the Month
It’s the start of the new month and time to focus on another service. This month we will take a look at the power steering fluid service. We will start by answering a few common questions about getting a power steering fluid service. How does my Power Steering System work? Hydraulic Power Steering Operation. On vehicles equipped […]
7 Common Oil Change Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands
Today’s vehicles have become very complicated making it difficult for you to confidently perform your own maintenance and repairs. Changing your engine oil is one of the most common do it yourself auto repair’s but even that’s not as simple as it used to be. One simple oil change mistake can damage your engine and cost you thousands […]
Battery Terminal Service
You should get a battery terminal service every year. Over time dirt and corrosion builds up in your battery and battery terminals. This corrosion on your battery terminals can lead to poor connections. Late model vehicles have many different on-board computer and networking systems. All of these systems rely on battery voltage to properly operate. […]
Transfer Case Service
You should get a transfer case service every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) – 50,000 miles (80,000 km) using manufacture recommended fluid. Check your vehicle owners manual for specific differential service interval. If your vehicle is 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive than it has a transfer case. The transfer case transfers power to the front or […]
Differential Service
You should get a differential service every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) – 50,000 miles (80,000 km) using manufacture recommended fluid. Check your vehicle owners manual for specific differential service interval. When you turn a corner your outer wheels travel further than your inner wheels. The differential is designed to compensate for this difference in distance on […]
Injector Flush
You should get your vehicles injectors flushed every 30000 miles (50000 km), its a good idea to replace your fuel filter (if equipped) at the same time. Your vehicles injectors are electrically controlled nozzles that spray fuel into your engine to be burned in the combustion chamber. They are full of tiny little holes that […]
Transmission Service
Your should get a transmission service every 2 – 5 years 30000 miles (50000 km) – 50000 miles (80000 km) using manufacture recommended fluid. Check your vehicle owners manual for specific transmission service interval. Just like your engine oil, your transmission fluid needs to be replaced regularly. Both manual and automatic transmissions are a very complex part […]
Brake Service
Getting a brake service done every 12 months or 16000 miles (25000 km) will clean up any corrosion that may have built up over time preventing premature brake wear. Most of your mechanical brake parts are located behind your wheels. Dirt and debris will build up behind there over time and can cause your brakes to rust. This […]