FluidsProcrastination Prevention in TroyEvery one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ... Read More Posted in Fluids on September 01, 2019 Sniffing Out a ProblemYour parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention.For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your ve... Read More Posted in Fluids on August 11, 2019 Auto Lab Troy Alternator Replacement Service in TroyYour vehicle alternator doesn't get enough credit. Though your battery gets your engine started, after that – it's all about the alternator. Driving around Troy is a lot of work for your alternator, and as upgrades such as heated steering wheels, cooled seats, stability control and lane ... Read More Posted in Fluids on May 26, 2019 A Stitch in Time at Auto Lab TroyYou probably have heard that expression, "A stitch in time saves nine." In other words, if you fix an issue at its early stages, it will prevent a much more difficult problem later. That's certainly the case with your vehicle, and here's a true story to demonstrate it.A driver noticed his vehicl... Read More Posted in Fluids on May 12, 2019 Michigan: What Is the Risk of High Oil Change Intervals?Michigan residents may have heard that vehicles don't need their oil changed as often as they used to. That's true. But it's not the whole story.Owing to improved engine technology and higher oil quality, most newer vehicles can go longer between oil changes than their older counterparts.So what ... Read More Posted in Fluids on October 14, 2018 The Auto Lab Troy Guide to Proper Fluids for Your VehicleThe automotive professionals at Auto Lab Troy would like to give Troy drivers an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, vehicles are becoming more sophisticated every day. Fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmission fluid are becoming more specialized at... Read More Posted in Fluids on August 20, 2018 The Auto Lab Troy Basic Guide To Synthetic OilSynthetic motor oil has been around for a long time, and more and more new vehicles are leaving factories with synthetic in their engines. But a lot of drivers don't really know much about it.Let's start with conventional oil – the kind folks are used to. Conventional oil is made up of naturally ... Read More Posted in Fluids on June 20, 2018 Automotive Tips from Auto Lab Troy: Making a Battery Last LongerOne thing all Troy drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Auto Lab Troy can help maintain your battery.Allowing your battery to be deeply depleted – like from usin... Read More Posted in Fluids on March 12, 2018 Auto Lab Troy Advice on What to Pour into Your VehicleChanges in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Troy residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids can... Read More Posted in Fluids on December 04, 2017 Need a New Battery? Call Auto Lab Troy TodayHello Troy drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do – 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive around Troy, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continues ov... Read More Posted in Fluids on June 12, 2017 |
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