Fluids
The 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 about ...
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Posted in Fluids
on August 20, 2018
Synthetic 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 o...
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Posted in Fluids
on June 20, 2018
One 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 using...
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Posted in Fluids
on March 12, 2018
Changes 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 actual...
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Posted in Fluids
on December 04, 2017
Hello 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 over a few...
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Posted in Fluids
on June 12, 2017
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Troy residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technology and oil ...
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Posted in Fluids
on May 31, 2017
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna...
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Posted in Fluids
on May 15, 2017
The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Auto Lab Troy when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Troy drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long as possible. But a battery...
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Posted in Fluids
on February 05, 2017
All those automotive fluids can be confusing for Troy drivers. Recent years have brought new grades of engine oil, types of transmission fluid, coolant and brake fluid. The right fluid protects your vehicle and helps it perform at its best. The wrong fluid won't work as well and could even cause ...
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Posted in Fluids
on August 14, 2016
Hello Michigan! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll ...
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Posted in Fluids
on April 10, 2016
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