There is a big difference between the over-the-counter products and the professional products used by Quick Change. The strength and chemical composition is a completely different formula. The over-the-counter products are primarily for maintaining the system as opposed to the professional ones that will actually remove deposit buildup and restore original performance sometimes increasing gas …
Go easy when you’re stuck When stuck in mud or snow, don’t make the problem worse by damaging an expensive component. Gently rocking in an attempt to free the car is fine. But if it looks as though you’re really stuck, don’t keep at it. Throwing your car from forward to reverse repeatedly, as well …
If you have studded snow tires they have to be off your car by May 1st by law. If they are regular snow tires there are a few advantages to changing them. One advantage is the wear, snow tires wear faster because there is not as much tire/tread on the road surface and mostly are …
Do I really need to take my snow tires off for the summer? Read More »
It’s always a good idea to make sure your battery is up to snuff but especially in the winter. Cold weather can rob your battery of its output. At 32F your battery may have only 50% of its summer strength. Firstly you should check the battery terminals to make sure the connections are tight …
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This might be one of the top questions quick lube techs should ask their customers. Shops take great care to go through a customer service script with drivers, explaining why each service is important and often noting the manufacturer-recommended intervals for each service. Customers might think that they don’t drive with the pedal to the …
Changing your air filter is an important part of your car’s maintenance. An Air Filter cleans the air that is taken to the combustion chamber where it is mixed with fuel and ignited. It takes from 9 to 10 thousand gallons of air for each gallon of fuel that propels today’s cars. The only way …
One of major reasons for the use of synthetic oil is the advantages of using it in the winter time. In cold temperatures, synthetic motor oil flows easier than conventional motor oil. This means on those frigid mornings when you’re trying to start the car, the engine will crank quicker and easier with synthetic motor oil than with conventional. This saves …
Transmission fluid, just like motor oil, collects contaminates and deteriorates over time forming damaging sludge and varnishdeposits. Automobile manufacturers require scheduled transmission fluid changes in order to maintain warranty coverage, not to mention keeping your vehicle operating properly after the warranty period has expired. Studies have shown that a vast majority of transmission failures are …
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I just put new wipers on my car this past fall and they are starting to streak. Is there a defect in them? There is probably nothing wrong with your wipers other than being worn out! Most manufacturers recommend replacing wiper blades every six months to a year. This time frame varies because of different …
Correct tire pressure benefits you in many ways. The Number one reason is safety, improper inflation can causeinstability and may even cause a blowout! Other benefits are improved gas mileage, longer life and more even tire wear, and a morecomfortable ride. Tires that are in good shape with a proper mount shouldn’t need to be …
