As the winter chill gives way to warmer weather, it’s time to get your vehicle ready for summer driving. One of the most critical aspects of this preparation involves giving your tires some warm weather tire maintenance. In this month’s blog post, we share some tips to ensure your tires are safe and in good working condition for those long, hot summer drives. Continue reading “Warm Weather Tire Maintenance”
As a vehicle owner, you have a responsibility to maintain your vehicle to ensure it runs smoothly and efficiently. One often overlooked aspect of ongoing maintenance is the regular replacement of vehicle air filters. There are two types of air filters in your vehicle: the engine air filter and the cabin air filter. Both play crucial roles in the overall performance and comfort of your vehicle. Continue reading “Vehicle Air Filters”
In our recent video on Fuel Injector Replacement on a Ford F150 Diesel Truck, we highlighted what needs to be done to complete a fuel injector replacement. In this month’s blog post, we review more detail on this important task and share the common causes of a bad fuel injector on light-duty diesel engine trucks. Additionally, we explain the signs to be aware of to determine if your light-duty diesel engine truck needs a fuel injector replacement. Continue reading “Fuel Injector Replacement”
It’s a new year and an opportunity to commit to making improvements in various aspects of your daily life. This may include your vehicle ownership and operation. If you spend a lot of time in your vehicle, why not consider how you can improve the performance and value of your vehicle? In this month’s blog, we look at how your vehicle’s performance and value degrade over time, and what you can do to enhance these important factors for your vehicle. This will not only ensure the longevity of your vehicle but may help reduce costs that you pay for repairs this year. Continue reading “Vehicle Performance and Value”
Summer is a distant memory as the leaves are falling and the temperatures are dropping. Autumn is here and now is a good time to have your vehicle serviced to prepare for changing driving conditions. In this month’s blog post, we review six fall maintenance tasks that you can complete to prepare your vehicle for autumn. Continue reading “Six Fall Maintenance Tasks”
The vehicle’s electrical system, a sophisticated network of interconnected components, is vital for powering your vehicle and its various functionalities. This system is indispensable for operation, from igniting the engine to illuminating the headlights. In this month’s blog post, we explore the essential elements of this system and the typical problems you might encounter when there are failures in the electrical system. Continue reading “The Vehicle’s Electrical System”
It’s beginning to be that time of year again with shorter days, cooler evenings, and crisp mornings. It’s also the time when there’s a rise in vehicle accidents due to low driving visibility. In this month’s blog post, we share some tips on how to improve vehicle visibility for various fall-time hazards and keep you, your occupants, and others on the road safe. Continue reading “Improving Vehicle Visibility”
Your vehicle’s systems experience a significant amount of wear and tear during ongoing use – exposing them to heat, corrosion, dirt, friction, or motion. To protect these systems and ensure a more comfortable operation of the vehicle, there are components designed to control these wear and tear conditions. Your vehicle’s wheel bearings are one of these components. Wheel bearings are part of your drivetrain’s wheel assembly and are designed to reduce friction from excessive motion and help your wheels spin smoothly. In this month’s blog post, we examine the role that your vehicle’s wheel bearings play and what to expect when they are worn or damaged. Continue reading “Your Vehicle’s Wheel Bearings”
Do you hear a knocking or pinging sound coming from your engine? Engine knocking is a common problem that can cause serious damage to your engine if left untreated. In this month’s blog post, we will explain what engine knocking is, what causes it, and how to address it if you suspect there’s a problem. Continue reading “Why Does Your Engine Knock?”
Do you follow a regular vehicle fluid maintenance schedule? If not, now might be a good time to put together a plan. Your vehicle’s systems and engine components are supported by important fluids, such as motor oil, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid. Without these vital fluids, your vehicle systems will become significantly damaged and/or fail. In this month’s blog post, we review each of these critical vehicle fluids and the suggested timeframes for replacement. Continue reading “Vehicle Fluid Maintenance”