Like other fluids in your car or truck, your transmission fluid needs to be changed or a transmission flush is needed from time to time. Your car’s transmission fluid is probably not the first thing you think of when it comes to car maintenance, but it should not be the last thing. It’s very important...
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If you’ve owned a car for awhile, you’ve probably heard the mechanic say your car needs a new timing belt. If you’ve ever wondered what it does or how to replace it, here’s what you need to know. Your car’s timing belt is an important part. The timing belt opens and closes the engine’s valves...
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Well the coldest season of the year is just around the corner! Are you excited? From the Super Bowl to snowball fights a lot of great things happen during this time of the year. Having your car break down isn’t one of them! We went ahead and put together a few easy tips so you...
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Getting your car serviced is one of the things that many drivers dread having to do. From long waits in the auto body shop to the financial investments to take care of repairs, getting a Santa Fe car tune upcan be something many people want to avoid as much as possible. The truth is many people don’t know...
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You have that little sticker in your window reminding you to get your oil changed and you have been trying to ignore it. Many people don’t realize how important a simple thing like changing the oil can be in making sure your car performs the way it was designed to. Put your palms together and...
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We get a lot of people who ask us if they really need an Albuquerque timing belt replacement for their vehicle. The answer is a definite yes. The timing belt is part of the engine that connects the crankshaft to the camshaft. It is responsible for opening and closing valves that make the engine work correctly. Without...
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The most common car breakdown and how it can be prevented. Having your vehicle breakdown while you’re driving can be a scary and aggravating process. If you’ve had your Las Cruces brake check recently you can at least rest easy in knowing that you can stop your car and get to the side of the road. The...
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In general, most motor oils will serve your vehicle just fine. Generally a type is specified in the vehicle manufacturer manual and is usually any oil that meets the American Petroleum Institute’s“SH” rating. While some prefer high performance synthetic oil, it is not necessary for all vehicles. Most new engines require a multi-viscosity 5W-30 oil for...
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1. Ask Patty – Ask Patty is a website and blog that provides women with advice on car buying, maintenance and various other automotive topics. Female users can shop for cars, tires and services like a Phoenix oil change or a Tucson brake checkthrough a network of Certified Female Friendly retailers throughout the United States. 2. Women’s Automotive Solutions – Women’s Automotive Solutions has a mission...
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A sudden car fire can be an extremely scary thing. However, if you know what to do when it happens, you can minimize damage and injury. Here are some things you should know in the event of a car engine fire. 1) Pull Over Immediately The first thing that you need to do if you notice smoke...
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