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Cabin Air Filters

Are Dirty Cabin Air Filters Preventing You From Breathing Easily in Your Car? During the hot summer months, contaminants, such as pollen, dust, mold spores and smog, can easily enter a vehicle’s passenger compartment through the air conditioning, heating and … Continue reading

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Timing Belts-It’s all in the timing

It’s All in the Timing The timing belt: what it is, what it does, why it should be replaced as recommended and what could happen if it should fail. With automotive engines as with many aspects of daily life, timing … Continue reading

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Car Batteries–Summer is the killer

Summer is the season for major car-battery problems. Heat, not cold, shortens battery life, says the Car Care Council. Excessive heat and overcharging are the two main reasons for shortened battery life. Heat causes battery fluid to evaporate, this damaging … Continue reading

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Air Conditioning–How did we get along without it?

How did we ever get along without air conditioning in our cars? It’s a feature we take for granted until, suddenly, it’s blowing hot air. In the past few years, many owners have discovered that fixing an inoperative air conditioner … Continue reading

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Brake Service-Squeaks? Grinding?

Are your brakes squeaking, or worst yet, are they “GRINDING”? Is your “brake” light on in the dash when you are driving with the E-brake disengaged? These are all signs that you may need brake service. With the light on … Continue reading

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Timing Belt Service

Not all vehicles have a rubber timing belt, but if your’s does, it is VERY important that you follow the vehicle maker’s recommended service instructions. They all vary, so ask us or look in your vehicle manual for instructions on … Continue reading

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Check Engine Light On?

Is that pesky little red light on your dash that looks like an engine on? Do you have a “Service Vehicle Soon” light on the dash? You need to get it checked out ASAP. It means you have a problem … Continue reading

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