October 2020Diesel Maintenance for MichiganAt Auto Lab Troy we hear from a lot of people who are excited about the new diesel engines that will soon be available in passenger cars and SUV's. But our Michigan friends are often curious about the preventive maintenance requirements. People may not know that diesel engines have long been use... Read More Posted in Fuel System on October 13, 2020 Nighttime Visibility in TroyThere are a number of factors that contribute to the high nighttime accident rate in the Troy area, things like drowsy driving and a higher rate of impaired driving. Without a doubt, visibility is a major contributor. Let's focus on visibilityIt's said that 90 percent of our driving decisions are... Read More Posted in Headlamps on October 12, 2020 Ethics of Automotive Repair in TroyWe're going to be talking about the ethics of automotive repair. It seems like news outlets really like hit-and-run reporting; they hit everyone from groceries stores to retail to physicians. And the Troy automotive service and repair industry hasn't been given a pass either.Unfortunately, every ... Read More Posted in Service Standards on October 11, 2020 A Real "Pane" (Window Maintenance and Repair)It's pretty frustrating when your driver's window won't work. You can't get your food at the drive-thru without opening the door, have a tough time using the ATM from your vehicle, can't have that fresh breeze blowing through your hair as you listen to your favorite road tunes.Plus, there's a s... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on October 11, 2020 Stay Headed in the Right Direction, TroyPower steering is standard on nearly every vehicle in Troy, Michigan, these days. Now there are some exotic, new types of power steering systems, but for the most part, the general setup is a pump that's driven by a belt powered by the engine.Contact the automotive professionals at Auto Lab Tro... Read More Posted in Steering on October 10, 2020 Drive Train - What You Need to Know in TroyOne Troy automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Troy, but they're very important. First let's define what the driveline is:Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine and transmissi... Read More Posted in Drive Train on October 09, 2020 Maintaining Your Older Car in Troy, MichiganThe government mandates a lot of equipment on cars in Troy, Michigan: emission devices and control computers, safety equipment like airbags and crash worthiness requirements. All of this is great for the Troy motoring public, but it does add quite a bit to the price of a new vehicle.Because new v... Read More Posted in Maintenance on October 08, 2020 Auto Lab Troy: Good Service and Good Fuel EconomyMost Troy auto owners want to save on gas and seek our advice on improving economy. At Auto Lab Troy, we are frequently asked, however, if it is really worth the extra effort. Just how much money can Troy drivers actually save?In today's Auto Lab Troy article, we're focusing on the things you ca... Read More Posted in Fuel System on October 07, 2020 Fuel Injection Basics for TroyAll modern Troy vehicles come with fuel injection systems, so it's a topic Troy drivers need to know something about. The mighty fuel injector is a valve that delivers the gas or diesel fuel to the right place, in the right amount at the right timeto be mixed with air and burned in the engine.So ... Read More Posted in Fuel System on October 06, 2020 Fuel Filter Service in Troy, MichiganThere are a surprising number of small, inexpensive parts that can lead to expensive engine damage when they fail. It doesn't seem right.Fortunately a lot of those things can be taken care of in routine maintenance. They may not be easy to remember because it is a long list, but your service cent... Read More Posted in Fuel System on October 05, 2020 |
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