Rotating your tires is an easy and inexpensive way to minimize wear and extend tire life. This process of moving your tires from one side of the vehicle to the other, from front to rear, or a combination of both, will minimize wear that is ‘position specific.’ We recommend a tire rotation every 3,000 to…
Most vehicles today are equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The TPMS is an electronic system used to monitor the air pressure inside your tires and alert you if they become underinflated. If your “low pressure” warning light comes on, this means your tire pressure has dropped 25% or more below the manufacturer’s…
The radiator is a primary component of your vehicle’s cooling system. It circulates coolant from the water pump to the engine, keeping the car from overheating. To maintain your cooling system, it’s important the radiator efficiently removes heat from the engine. If your car is overheating and coolant is not moving effectively throughout the system,…
A fuel cap protects your fuel supply by providing a cover for the tank. It’s designed to prevent fuel loss and keep out contamination. Making sure your fuel cap is secured tightly will help decrease fuel loss from evaporation. If your Check Engine light comes on, or if you are using fuel at a higher…
The fuel filter keeps contaminants like dirt, water and rust out of your vehicle’s engine. Some fuel filters are located inside the tank, while others are fitted into the fuel line between the tank and the fuel pump. Check your owner’s manual for specific service intervals. If your vehicle loses power, misfires or stalls, you…
