MaintenanceDon't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally. Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates.That kind of regular attention needs to be paid to your vehicle as well. Its manufacturer has determined a schedule o... Read More Posted in Maintenance on May 16, 2021 Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine.The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... Read More Posted in Maintenance on March 21, 2021 Severe Service RequirementsA lot of Troy drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of automot... Read More Posted in Maintenance on July 01, 2020 Gas Savings in Troy: Sharpen Your PencilHigh gas prices in Troy increase the cost of living for Michigan drivers. You've probably budgeted a certain amount for vehicle related expenses. Increased fuel costs now consume a larger portion of our incomes, causing some Troy vehicle owners to skimp in other areas like scheduled maintenance... Read More Posted in Maintenance on June 29, 2020 Gary Knurek GoodYear On Your Serpentine BeltToday we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Troy, Michigan, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. First is the alternator. That's the device that makes electricity to power the vehicle and recharge the battery. Then th... Read More Posted in Maintenance on June 25, 2020 Economics of Maintenance for Troy Auto OwnersBuying a new car in Troy is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide?People in Troy who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be having second though... Read More Posted in Maintenance on June 15, 2020 Training Received by Technicians in Troy, MichiganWhen your vehicle breaks down in the Troy, Michigan, area, or just needs some routine service, it can make you a little nervous. Because your vehicle's so important to your life, you need to be back on the road as soon as possible with the problem fixed right the first time.We've been checking ... Read More Posted in Maintenance on June 12, 2020 Fall and Spring Checkup in TroyWhen I was a kid, my dad always made sure he took the cars in for Spring and Fall checkups. I was telling a friend that it's about time to get into Gary Knurek GoodYear for a checkup and he said that he read on the internet that modern cars don't need seasonal service.My friend is (technically) r... Read More Posted in Maintenance on June 02, 2020 Looking Down the Road - HeadlampsIf you've ever been driving around Troy and had a headlamp go out, you've probably just wanted to replace the bad bulb. If your car uses halogen headlamps, they dim over time. So if you just put in one, they won't have the same brightness, which can be distracting and will affect your field of vi... Read More Posted in Maintenance on May 30, 2020 Keys to Long Lasting VehicleNew cars cost so much these days. Add financing and insurance and, well a new vehicle may not seem so attractive. A lot of Troy, Michigan people are hoping to make their cars last a lot longer. The good news is that with the current state of automotive engineering and manufacture, theres n... Read More Posted in Maintenance on May 29, 2020 |
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