October 2017Automotive Tips from Auto Lab Troy: Serpentine Belt TensionerThe serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. At Auto Lab Troy we know that the service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so they should always be replace... Read More Posted in Serpentine Belt on October 31, 2017 Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Auto Lab TroyYour browser does not support the video tag. A lot of us Troy drivers like our vehicles to reflect our personalities. We're picky about color and body style. We'll customize anything from floor mats to window tints to license plates. One popular way for Michigan motorists to customize a ... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on October 24, 2017 The Maintenance Free MythYour browser does not support the video tag. Sometimes we hear people in Troy say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more e... Read More Posted in Maintenance on October 18, 2017 Troy Car Owners Ask: Why Do I Need to Change My Serpentine Belt?Any Troy driver who understands preventive maintenance knows that “if it ain't broke, don't fix it” is bad auto advice. Replacing a part before it breaks is much less costly for Troy residents than repairing the engine damage that comes after a part breaks or fails. A good example of this is the ... Read More Posted in Timing Belt on October 09, 2017 The Straight and Narrow: Power Steering Service at Auto Lab TroyYour browser does not support the video tag. Service to a vehicle's power steering system is part of preventive maintenance for Troy auto owners. This system provides power to the steering wheel so you can turn it with ease. Without power steering, all of the power to turn your vehicle'... Read More Posted in Steering on October 03, 2017 |
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