January 2020Give me a Brake (Light)!If that little brake warning light pops up on your dash, do you know what it means? Well, if you said no, you wouldn't be alone. You know it has something to do with your brakes, but exactly what? You're not sure. One of the reasons is that it could mean a lot of different things.It could be som... Read More Posted in Service Intervals on January 26, 2020 On Board Diagnostics for Your vehicleToday we're going to talk about on-board diagnostics and the questions we hear from folks around Melvindale, Michigan, who need answers about diagnostic services. They want to know what diagnostics are, what's involved and what the be... Read More Posted in Service Standards on January 21, 2020 Good Service at Melvindale Car Care Equals Good Fuel Economy in MelvindaleWhether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Melvindale drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in Michigan, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through preve... Read More Posted in Fuel Economy on January 20, 2020 STRAIGHT TALK ABOUT STEERING (Loose Steering)Perhaps you've heard someone use the term "loose steering." And it's pretty much what it sounds like. You turn the steering wheel and the vehicle's wheels don't seem to go exactly where you thought you were pointing them. You have to constantly make steering adjustments. Loose steering is slop... Read More Posted in Steering on January 19, 2020 Service to Improve Fuel EconomyThe price of gas in Michigan has got people in Melvindale talking. It seems that Melvindale folks who need a bigger vehicle to carry family and gear, or provide four wheel drive, are hit especially hard. That is why we thought it wou... Read More Posted in Fuel System on January 19, 2020 For 4x4s (Maintenance of 4x4 Vehicles)Some people love 4x4 vehicles, the true 4-wheel drive works of engineering like Jeeps and 4x4 pickups that allow you to seemingly go anywhere on the planet. You can climb up a 40-degree rock trail with some planning and skill (always careful to protect the environment, of course), or you can get ... Read More Posted in Drive Train on January 18, 2020 Change is Good (Oil Change)You've heard that expression, change is good. When it comes to your vehicle's oil, change is not only good, it's vital for the health of the engine. But there's one question that puzzles many drivers: how frequently should my vehicle's oil be changed? There is not one simple answer, but here ar... Read More Posted in Oil Change on January 17, 2020 In the Hot Seat (Repair and Maintenance of Seat Heaters)It's chilly outside. You flip on that switch that looks like a picture of a seat with little heat waves rising from it. You expect soon you'll feel that warmth but wait! It's not getting warmer. Oh no, what's wrong with my seat heater? There could be lots of reasons it's not working, and it cou... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on January 16, 2020 Can Your Car Last Another Year?Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Melvindale car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Melvindale, Michigan, folks are hoping to make their cars last a lot long... Read More Posted in Maintenance on January 15, 2020 Differential Service at Melvindale Car Care: Viva la DifferenceEvery vehicle on Michigan roads has a differential, and it is important to the proper operation of the vehicle. But most Melvindale residents don't have a clue what it is.The differential compensates for differing wheel speeds. For ... Read More Posted in Differential Service on January 14, 2020 |
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