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Topic: What Customers Should Know


Getting from E to F (Fuel Gauge Problems)

Sunday, 9 August 2020

Who thinks about their fuel gauge?  You probably don't… until it doesn't work any more.  Then you have to guess how much fuel is in your tank, and that's no way to live life on the road.  Fuel gauges, like every other part in your vehicle, can fail. …

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I NEED All Wheel Drive (Pros and Cons of AWD)

Sunday, 2 August 2020

So winter has arrived and you don't feel confident in how your 2-wheel drive vehicle does in the snow and ice.  You envy all those people with all-wheel-drive (AWD) and 4-wheel-drive (4WD) cars, trucks and SUVs.  You start thinking, "I need one of those. …

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Low Power Mystery (Ignition Coil Service)

Sunday, 5 April 2020

It's no fun when your vehicle just doesn't run the way it used to.   You may notice (especially in cold weather) the engine won't start easily or when it does start, it doesn't run smoothly. It may not have much power at all. You also may have had to…

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Clean Slate (Protecting Vehicle's Finish)

Sunday, 22 March 2020

Winter is one of the hardest times to keep your vehicle clean. But did you know neglecting to wash your vehicle in winter could cost you a significant amount of money in the long run? Here's why. Many areas deal with snow and ice in the winter, and the…

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3 Winter Windshield Tips (Care of Windshield)

Sunday, 15 March 2020

Cold weather can present some real challenges when it comes to your vehicle's windshield.  Think of it.  Your windshield is your window to the world when you're driving, and clear visibility is extraordinarily important for safe travels. So here are 3…

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Visibility Disaster! (Windshield Washer Pump Replacement)

Sunday, 23 February 2020

Let's say you live in a cold climate where the snowy, icy weather challenges you to clear the salt and debris tossed up on your windshield.  You push your windshield washer switch expecting a good stream of fluid so the blades can wipe the glass clean.…

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Thoughtful Gifts for the Winter Driver

Sunday, 9 February 2020

You may be one of those romantics who don't like giving (or getting) practical gifts for special occasions.  Just wait until one of those gifts helps you out of a big predicament in cold weather, and you realize that practical gifts can be life savers. Here…

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Chilly Warning (Diagnosing a Noise in Cold Vehicle)

Sunday, 26 January 2020

When the weather gets colder, sometimes the noises your vehicle makes will change.  For example, you may notice a whining sound when you get going in the morning.  It may go away when the vehicle warms up, but it's best not to ignore that sound because…

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The Puzzling Puddle (Leaks Under Vehicle)

Sunday, 12 January 2020

Ever notice a little spot of liquid under your vehicle after you've parked in your driveway or garage? It may have been something as simple as water left from air conditioning condensation.  But then again, it could be a sign that there's trouble brewing…

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A Squirrely Problem (Animals Nesting in Engine)

Sunday, 5 January 2020

If you park your vehicle outside, you are exposing it to all sorts of critters that would love to use it for nesting, food storage and shelter.  There are plenty of pictures online of people who've discovered there was more than an engine under the hood. …

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