Lighting/Wipers, Belts/Hoses, Filters/Fluids
Car Care Aware–More Spring Tips
April is Car Care Awareness month and the National Car Care Council (carcre.org) would like to remind you of ways you can give a little TLC to your vehicle during April. Check all your lights for any burned out bulbs–this … 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. Not only does this … Continue reading →
What does an oil filter do for my car?
Your car’s oil filter works hard trapping contaminants. The filter helps lubricate internal parts of your car and also helps cool the engine. As your engine runs, dirt gets into the oil. Oil sludge can also start to build up. … Continue reading →
Cold Car Care Needs— Brrrrrrr!
Oh my, are you keeping warm? While your vehicle has been helping to take care of some of your needs; here are some things to consider on taking care of its needs (yes, it’s not too late). CAR CARE ITEMS … Continue reading →
How Many Car Filters Do I Have?
Our vehicles today have several different types of filters. Each filter typically has its own maintenance schedule for being replaced. There is a matching quiz at the end, if you would like to take that challenge. While many replacement schedules … Continue reading →
wipers making a chattering noise?
Chattering noise of old wipers…Eeeeek! That’s one annoying sound! It’s time to get those wipers replaced. Not only do worn out wipers chatter, it won’t be long before they will interfere with your ability to see clearly. Wipers are constantly … 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 →
Do my belts and hoses need replacing?
While I’d love to say a visual inspection is best…. it’s not. It’s not easy to know the exact condition of belts and hoses by looking at them as most fail from the inside out. With that being said, rubber hoses … Continue reading →
Help! My windshield will not clear.
Yikes! A foggy windshield can stop you in your tracks. With winter season upon us, having a windshield that will clear properly is very important; not only for your sanity, but also for your safety. The cause could be as simple … Continue reading →
What’s the difference between a cabin filter and an air filter?
That’s a really good question. Most people don’t even know that their vehicles have both types of air filters. Let’s start with how they are the same. Cabin and air filters stop harmful debris, dirt and air traveling contaminants from … Continue reading →