Don’t wait for your brakes to start feeling “off” to call your mechanic. Brake fluid service is as important to your car as regular oil changes. That’s because just as your engine oil protects your engine parts, the brake fluid protects your brake system and its components from corrosion. What is brake fluid and how […]
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]It’s something you may have heard of only vaguely if you are not a mechanic or a car enthusiast, but every vehicle has one. It’s called a differential, and it’s pretty important. The differential is the mechanism that allows the wheels on your vehicle to move smoothly and safely […]
Need fuel injector service? Watch for signs. Many mechanics will tell you that fuel injection cleaning and servicing is not necessary until you can see the injectors are dirty. In fact, fuel injection service is typically not listed under routine maintenance recommendations in car owners’ manuals, but vehicles will run better and get better mileage […]
If you own a car or truck, you know replacing brake pads in Canton, Ohio, will be a part of your routine maintenance at some point. The average driver can expect a set of brake pads to last at least 50,000 miles, but depending on how you use your vehicle, your driving habits, and the […]
Did you know winter weather in Canton, Ohio, can lead to low pressure in your vehicle’s tires? You may have noticed when temperatures plunge, that sometimes your car’s tire pressure light on your dashboard comes on. Usually the indicator is an “!” inside a U shape. (Check your owner’s manual if you aren’t sure what […]
How you describe your concern about your car could be critical to the mechanic finding the problem the first time. You will want to provide as much information as possible, including not only the issue, but when it happens and how often. The more specific you can be, the better: Is the strange sound you […]
Anyone who has tried to start a car on a cold winter day and found the battery dead will attest to the toll cold weather takes on a car’s battery. The fact is, a typical Canton, Ohio, winter will task a battery that is not at peak performance. Research shows that a battery will lose […]
Car wheel alignment check. Before winter sets in and potholes become more frequent, consider getting your alignment checked. During the winter, potholes are more likely to appear as fluctuating temperatures cause freezing and thawing that will crumble roadways. While your vehicle’s alignment should be checked according to the owner’s manual, taking it to a professional twice a […]