September 2012
We would like to give you an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, cars are becoming more sophisticated everyday - and fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmission fluid are becoming more specialized at about the same pace. The do-it-yourselfer has t...
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Posted in Fluids
on September 21, 2012
A lot of our viewers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their car owners' manual. It can be confusing. Let's clear the air on this subject. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of automotive p...
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Posted in Maintenance
on September 20, 2012
Hey Troy, Michigan Do you hear loud noises under the hood when you turn on your air conditioner? Do you only get cool air sporadically? If so, it is time to get your air conditioner checked. It's real easy to take your car's air conditioner for granted. Just push the right buttons an...
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Posted in Air Conditioning
on September 19, 2012
Whenever we talk about exhaust service, most people normally think about exhaust pipes and mufflers. Well, actually, exhaust service is a lot more comprehensive these days. For example, catalytic converters were mandated in 1976 and on-board emission control computers in 1990. Govern...
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Posted in Exhaust
on September 18, 2012
Let's talk about deciphering the auto service menu board. Troy, Michigan service centers like Auto Lab Troy have a board that lists the routine services they provide. But some people don't know what these services really are unless they ask. Let's go down a typical list, in alphabeti...
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Posted in Service Intervals
on September 18, 2012
Today we want to talk about timing belts. Theyre something that many Troy drivers dont know much about and yet your vehicle wont run if its broken and it could cause many thousands of dollars damage if it does break. A broken timing belt is usually a tale of woe. Even though timing ...
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Posted in Parts
on September 17, 2012
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