September 2020What's in a Number? (What Tire Numbers Mean)You've probably never paid much attention to the writing on the sides of your tires, but they contain a wealth of information. There's a long combination of letters and numbers that can tell you a whole lot about what tires your vehicle was designed to be riding on. Let's check out this example... Read More Posted in Tires on September 13, 2020 Serpentine Belt Service at Auto Lab Troy in TroyDon't you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you're zipping down a busy Troy road? It usually means there is a problem with the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine accessories. It runs the alternator - which charges the battery; the water pump - whi... Read More Posted in Parts on September 12, 2020 Commitment to Make Your vehicle Last at Auto Lab TroyThese days many people in the Troy area are really committed to making their cars last a long time. First thing: you've got to start with what you've got. It'd be ideal if people started with a brand new car, never missed a scheduled service item, paid attention to the severe service maintenance... Read More Posted in Maintenance on September 11, 2020 Fuel Injection: It Keeps Getting Better for Troy DriversTroy residents know that engines need to burn fuel to operate. Fuel is pumped from your fuel tank to your vehicle engine where it is squirtedor injectedinto your engine's cylinders. This is the function of the fuel injectors.There are two ways to inject fuel into an engine. Fuel needs air to bur... Read More Posted in Fuel System on September 10, 2020 What to Do In Case of an AccidentIf you've ever been in a vehicle accident around Troy, Michigan, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It's hard to think straight and know what to do.Let's review what you should do in case of an accident in Troy, Michigan:When an accident occurs, you should always stop. Leaving t... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on September 09, 2020 Can Car Scent Keep You Safe on Michigan Roads?Here's a travel tip that'll I'll bet you didn't know, and it might keep you safer...The average American commuter in Michigan spends two and a half hours daily in their vehicle.The government says 100,000 auto accidents yearly are caused by drivers who fall asleep at the wheel. (Aggressive drivin... Read More Posted in Drive Train on September 08, 2020 Suspension Service at Auto Lab Troy in TroyDuring an inspection at Auto Lab Troy in Troy, your friendly and knowledgeable automotive service technician will check for worn, broken or missing parts.Here's a quick rundown of suspension system components:There are the springs which hold the weight of your vehicle. There are several variet... Read More Posted in Shocks & Struts on September 07, 2020 Training Received by Technicians in Troy, MichiganWhen your vehicle breaks down in the Troy, Michigan, area, or just needs some routine service, it can make you a little nervous. Because your vehicle's so important to your life, you need to be back on the road as soon as possible with the problem fixed right the first time.We've been checking ... Read More Posted in Maintenance on September 06, 2020 Gas Smell! (What Causes Gasoline Odors)If you've ever walked into your garage and noticed it smelled like gasoline, pay attention. Gasoline can be dangerous, both from the health problems fumes can cause and the fire danger gasoline presents. There are many things that can cause a vehicle to give off a gasoline odor. One of the easi... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on September 06, 2020 Keep Your Troy Car Breathing Free: Engine Air FilterHey Troy - this is something really amazing: Your vehicle uses 12,000 times as much air as fuel when you drive it. All of that air has to be filtered to keep your engine clean.That's like 100 gallons (380 liters) of air every block! The engine air filter is just another example of a very importa... Read More Posted in Maintenance on September 05, 2020 |
Categories
Air Conditioning Archives
July |