The Gary Knurek GoodYear Guide to Proper Fluids for Your Vehicle
November 14, 2016
The automotive professionals at Gary Knurek GoodYear would like to give Troy drivers an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, vehicles are becoming more sophisticated every day. Fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmission fluid are becoming more specialized at... More
Coolant/Antifreeze Service at Gary Knurek GoodYear
November 7, 2016
Anyone who drives a car in Troy knows that engines get hot when they run. But did you know that engines need to be cooled to keep running? Heat inside an engine can cause the metal parts to expand, which can seize up an engine and make it stop running. It can even ruin the entire engine! Good ve... More
Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Gary Knurek GoodYear
October 30, 2016
Hello Troy! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in Michigan vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government to regu... More
Good Timing: Proper Timing Belt Replacement Saves Money for Troy Drivers
October 25, 2016
Knowing how their engine works can help Troy drivers make informed decisions about auto care and prevent repairs to their vehicles. This is especially true when it comes to timing belts.An engine's power is generated in the cylinders. Inside the cylinder is a piston that moves up and down while ... More
Automotive Tips from Gary Knurek GoodYear: Making Your A/C System Last Longer
October 18, 2016
Troy drivers know that if their air conditioning system isnt making cool air like it used to, there is a problem. It may be as simple as adding more of the right kind of refrigerant.Your A/C requires special compressor oil, which circulates through the system along with the refrigerant, to lubric... More
The Gary Knurek GoodYear Guide to Saving Fuel: Get Rid of Dirty Oil
October 9, 2016
A lot of us drivers are asking ourselves the same question lately: how can we save on fuel? Troy area residents are all cutting back, if not in fuel consumption, then in other areas of our lives. Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance is an important way people in Troy can conserve fuel by... More
Gary Knurek GoodYear Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Troy
October 4, 2016
Let's talk about something critical for all Troy drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle is heavy, and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop so everything needs to be in good working order. Here's an explanation on how your disc brakes work: The wheel hub keeps your ... More
Gary Knurek GoodYear Fuel Saving Tip for Troy: Check Engine Light
September 26, 2016
Here's a question for Troy, Michigan : How long have you been enjoying the romantic glow of your Check Engine light? Hey, it's not there to create ambiance; it's a warning that something's wrong. (And, by the way, Homer Simpson's fix of covering it with tape is not a good idea.) Many conditions ... More
Automotive Tips from Gary Knurek GoodYear: Wiper Blades ? Signs of Wear
September 18, 2016
90% of our driving decisions are based on vision. Anything that impedes your vision can affect your driving safety including a dirty windshield. In that sense, your wiper blades are an important safety system. Most Troy drivers will wait until their wipers have failed before they replace them. T... More
Saving Lives in Troy with Tire Pressure
September 6, 2016
All new passenger vehicles on our Troy, Michigan, roads now have tire pressure monitoring systems TPMS for short. They are designed to alert you if your tires are underinflated. Since they are fairly new, a lot of people have questions about them.First off, the most important thing is that you s... More