Preventive maintenance is the best way to make sure your vehicle lasts for as long as you'd like to own it. Caring for your vehicle will also help you prevent breakdowns. We've got some tips to help you do both. Read More...
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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.
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.
Gasoline prices are starting to climb again. If you are looking for ways to save at the pump, these tips have been found to be very effective for improving gas mileage.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Years ago, most car owners wouldn’t think twice about having a tune-up done on their car. Now that car engines are a lot more sophisticated with computer controls and they seem to be more trouble-free, many don’t place a priority on having a tune-up done. The key word in the last sentence is “seem.” In actuality, having a tune-up done is important vehicle maintenance and something that shouldn’t be ignored.
Busy work and family schedules can translate into a lot of driving. Who has time to deal with unexpected car repairs? Here’s the thing about vehicles… most of the car repair items and expenses people deal with could have been avoided had they taken the time to invest in some basic car maintenance. I put together this list of the 5 most overlooked vehicle maintenance items so you can avoid the headaches and hassles of a vehicle breakdown.
We use our senses to help us relate to our surrounding environment. Why not use them when it comes to identifying potential car problems? Your car, truck or van is really quite sophisticated. An onboard computer is designed to regulate the engine operation and will alert you to any issues. Then there are the fluids we use to lubricate all the engine parts. Our vehicles run so well that it’s sometimes easy to delay maintenance until something happens… Here are some tips on how you can use your senses to help you identify car problems so you can bring it in for service before it becomes a major repair.
