Lighting/Wipers, Belts/Hoses, Filters/Fluids
My heater smells sweet. Why?
A sweet smell when turning on your heat could be an indicator that the heater core has a small leak. The same coolant that cools your engine runs through small tubes in the heater core. If one of these tubes … Continue reading →
Fall Headlight Safety
I absolutely LOVE Fall! The weather is great and the tree colors are vibrant and beautiful. The Fall season also means less daylight hours. The Car Care Council would like us to be aware that with less daylight means … Continue reading →
How important is my car’s fuel filter?
The fuel filter for your vehicle, actually, is a very important part. All vehicles have a surprising number of small, inexpensive parts that can lead to expensive engine damage when they fail. One of these is the fuel filter. It’s … Continue reading →
Why is changing the cabin air filter so important?
Why is changing the cabin air filter so important? Glad you asked! As you can see from the picture, a vehicle’s cabin filter is at work keeping all kinds of debris from coming into your car. Another reminder to change … Continue reading →
How Do I Know If My Serpentine Belt Needs Replaced?
The serpentine belt needs to be replaced either: by the # of miles on your vehicle, if you see any visible signs of cracks and/or by measuring the thickness of the belt. You can check for cracks and the … Continue reading →
How to Aim Fog Lights: 2 Basic Tips
Learning how to aim fog lights correctly helps you be more visible out on the road. It also prevents you from accidentally blinding motorists in the oncoming lane. Check out these 2 tips from our friends at NAPA Know How … Continue reading →
Filters, Filters, Filters
Filters aren’t just for oil! Did you know that your car has several different types of filters? All of which help keep you loving your ride! This is a good time of the year to have the different filters in … Continue reading →
Is It Time For an Oil Change?
Is it time for an oil change? Most of the time an oil change is determined by the mileage on your vehicle. If you do not know the mileage from your last oil change, you can check the color of … Continue reading →
How Long Should Headlights Last?
How long a headlight lasts varies, depending on what type of headlights your car has and your driving habits. Harsh climates and driving more at night will shorten a lights lifespan. Below I have listed the common lights you will … Continue reading →
I’ve just discovered a pool of coolant underneath my car!
Finding coolant under your car is no way to start your day! You may be asking yourself “What happened?” Most likely your water pump has failed. After the engine has cooled; check the coolant fluid level and then take your … Continue reading →