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My vehicle is burning a lot of oil? Is there an oil leak?

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Take care of an oil leak right away. Bring your vehicle to Geller's Automotive in Byram, New Jersey.

Having the oil and oil filter changed when it should be is a necessary step in keeping your vehicle’s engine running smoothly. As your vehicle begins to age, this becomes more vital to its continued longevity and engine performance. With an older vehicle, you will find you may have to add engine oil in between oil changes. Even in newer engines and with the use of synthetic oils, there is a normal amount of oil consumption that occurs. Normal oil consumption is not what will be discussed in this blog post. Instead, we will discuss excessive burning of oil and an oil leak in older vehicles.

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The Importance of a Clean Fuel System

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Car owners in Byram, NJ, trust their fuel system cleaning to Geller's Automotive.

If you haven’t thought about cleaning your vehicle’s fuel system, you’re not alone. Most people end up neglecting this important aspect of car maintenance. A clean fuel system is key in vehicle power, performance, fuel economy and driveability. A dirty fuel system can affect a number of systems in your vehicle. It will also cause you to pay more for repairs down the road.

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These Things Can Happen When You Neglect Your Cooling System

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Trust your cooling system maintenance to the professionals at Geller's Automotive in Byram, New Jersey.

The cooling system is one of the major systems in a vehicle, yet its maintenance is also one that is commonly neglected. If the cooling system isn’t maintained on a regular basis, all sorts of things can occur, including serious engine damage. This blog post will identify some of the things that can happen to your vehicle when you neglect your cooling system. It will also identify the simple steps you need to take to make sure it will run trouble-free.

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An Independent Auto Repair Shop vs. the Dealership: Which is Better?

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Do you own or lease a newer vehicle? Do you sometimes wonder if you should bring your vehicle to an independent auto repair shop instead of the dealership for service and repairs? Wonder no more. We believe there are some excellent reasons you should be bringing your vehicle to an independently-owned repair shop, like Geller’s Automotive. We listed 5 reasons here.

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How to Choose the Right Oil Filter for Your Vehicle

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Make sure you are using a high-quality oil filter when having the oil changed in your vehicle.

When you have the oil changed in your vehicle, it’s important to use a high-quality motor oil. Did you also know that the type of oil filter that’s installed should also be one of high quality? The same holds true for the quality of the oil filter that is used. Using a poor-quality oil or not having the oil changed when needed will lessen the life of your engine. The same can be said for the oil filter that’s used. A poor-quality filter can be disastrous to your engine.

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Are the Ignition Coils the Cause of Your Check Engine Light Problem?

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Trust your Check Engine Light and Ignition Coils replacement to Geller's Automotive in Byram, NJ.

Check engine light issues can cause a lot of angst for vehicle owners. They can be triggered from something as simple as a loose or bad gas cap or leaking hose to more detailed issues like faulty ignition coils. What often happens with a Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light warning is that vehicle owners ignore the light instead of having it checked out right away. The problem with this is that whatever caused the light to trigger is causing an issue with engine performance. If the source of the Check Engine Light trigger is not fixed, further engine damage will occur. This is particularly true when it relates to the ignition coils.

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Replace or Repair a Flat Tire? How to Know the Difference Between the Two

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Flat Tire? Geller's Automotive handles tire repair in Byram, NJ

Whether it happens in your garage or while you are driving, a flat tire is such an inconvenience. With all the foreign objects on and potholes in the roads, it’s only a matter of time before you will have to deal with a flat tire. Whether you can repair or replace the tire depends on how and where the tire was damaged. Tire repair must be done properly or it will put your safety at risk. This article will explain the difference between repairing and replacing a tire.

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Signs of a Blown Head Gasket and What You Can Do to Prevent it from Happening

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Bring your vehicle to Geller's Automotive Byram, NJ, for head gasket repair.

A blown head gasket is a pretty big deal. It’s such a major engine problem that some people actually refer to it as a blown motor. When there is a problem with the head gasket and you continue to drive, you will end up having to rebuild or replace the engine… or worse, buying a new vehicle. By properly maintaining your vehicle, you can prevent a blown head gasket from happening. Here’s more on the subject.

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A Primer in Dashboard Warning Lights

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The dashboard lights in your car are like an early warning system. When one comes on and stays on, it’s your vehicle’s way of letting you know there’s a problem. Some problems are critical and others… not so much. It’s important to know which one is critical and which one is not. Otherwise, if you continue to drive when a critical warning light is lit up, you risk serious engine damage.

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