Wishy-Washy in Troy
September 17, 2018
Perhaps you've found yourself driving when something all of a sudden splashes on your windshield, obstructing your view. You know that sinking feeling when you try to turn on the windshield washers and no fluid comes out. Now you're blinded even more. What can you do? The best thing is to make su... More
Clean Fuel Makes a Happy Engine in Troy, Michigan
September 9, 2018
If the fuel system in your vehicle is dirty, you will be hurting your engine and losing performance as you drive around Troy, Michigan.Unless they drive a vintage car, Troy auto owners have fuel injectors which need to be properly maintained. That is why your vehicle owner's manual has a schedule... More
Stay Safe in Troy by Putting Your Cell Phone on ICE
September 3, 2018
We don't want to think about it, but each Troy resident who drives or rides in a vehicle is potentially an accident victim. In the worst-case scenario, those people are unconscious and unable to communicate with Michigan rescue workers. Rescue workers and Troy police are well aware of this diffic... More
Talk to Gary Knurek GoodYear About New Shoes for Your Vehicle
August 27, 2018
Custom wheels are one way that Troy folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several factors that need to be considered, including cost, the fit of the wheel, modifications that will have to be mad... More
Troy Exhaust and Emissions Service
August 19, 2018
Many Troy residents don't realize that there is more to exhaust system maintenance than just tailpipes and mufflers, if you can see smoke or if it's too loud. Exhaust service at a full-service automotive center like Gary Knurek GoodYear is really a lot more comprehensive these days.For example, ... More
Automotive Tips from Gary Knurek GoodYear: Air Conditioning ? Common Problem
August 12, 2018
Your auto air conditioning system cools and conditions the air in your passenger compartment when you are driving around Troy. It also removes moisture from the air to keep your windows from fogging up.A common A/C problem for Troy drivers that visit Gary Knurek GoodYear is contaminated refrigera... More
Automotive Tips from Gary Knurek GoodYear: Signs of an Alignment Problem
August 6, 2018
When properly aligned, all of your wheels are pointed in the same direction. Your vehicle will track true and handle the way it is designed. Troy drivers often associate our wheels being knocked out of alignment with an event like an accident, hitting a pothole, curb or some other object. While t... More
The Gary Knurek GoodYear Guide to Servicing Your Differential
July 30, 2018
Differential? What's that? And what's it for? I've been told by my service advisor that I need to get it serviced, but is that on the level?Do these questions sound familiar? They're not uncommon for Troy drivers. A lot of us in Troy don't know what a differential is or what it's for. Every vehi... More
New Life for Your Older Car in Troy
July 25, 2018
Isn't it amazing how much of our stuff is disposable these days? Clothes, electronics, housewares, furniture.Remember the days when Troy families mended their clothes, polished their shoes and neatly put away their toys every night? If something was lost or ruined through neglect, your parents ju... More
To Fix or Not To Fix: That Is the Question.
July 16, 2018
No matter what vehicle you drive, when certain things break, you have to make a decision. Should I get it fixed now, later or never? Air conditioning is one of those things. You can certainly live without air conditioning, but it sure is nice to have on a sweltering day. Let's say your air con... More