Does Your Car Battery Need A Charge?

After summer's extreme temperatures, your car battery may be feeling drained! Don't let your busy schedule get interrupted by a dead car battery. There is nothing worse than to be stranded in your driveway waiting for a jump-start or a tow truck and then looking for a car battery replacement.

Excessive heat and overcharging shortens the life of a car battery. If the battery fluid evaporates, the internal structure of the battery can be damaged. Also, if the voltage regulator allows too high of a charging rate, the battery will eventually be destroyed. These problems require more than a charge, you will need a car battery replacement!

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The simple maintenance tips below can helps your vehicle's car battery give you the service you expect:

• Be sure the electrical system is charging at the proper rate; overcharging can damage a battery as quickly as undercharging.
• On a regular basis, check the fluid level in your battery if it is the type that requires topping off. Add distilled water when necessary.
• Always replace a battery with one that's rated at least as high as the manufacturer's equipped original.
• Keep the top of the battery clean. Dirt becomes a conductor, which drains power. Corrosion accumulating on the terminals it becomes an insulator, inhibiting current flow.

By following these simple steps your car battery will last longer, saving you the cost of a premature car battery replacement.

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5 Vehicle Maintenance Tips: Keep Your Money in the Bank!

Summer vacations are over and now you are tightening your budget as you head back to work or school. Some drivers think if they ignore basic vehicle maintenance services they are saving money. However, once they start to experience noticeable problems with their brakes or steering, more than likely they will actually be spending more with unexpected and costly auto repairs. Keep your money in the bank and save yourself some frustration and stress by taking care of any car maintenance issues before you start experiencing problems.


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5 important vehicle maintenance items:

1. Oil – Make it a habit to check the dipstick several times between oil changes. If the oil level is consistently lower than it should be, inform your mechanic of the problem before the "change oil" light comes on. Don't just "top it off" with an extra quart and hope for the best. Potential problems, such as oil contamination or full-on engine seizure, could result from worn-out seals in the engine.
2. Tires -- Tires pay a large role in a vehicle's ability to stop and turn effectively. Every 1,000 miles or so, check the tire pressure. Invest in a tire pressure gauge. You could be preventing an accident! The proper inflation pressure also gives you better mileage! Have your tires rotated regularly for uniform tread-wear. If they have worn down to the wear bars, it's time for a new set of tires.
3. Brakes -- Brakes work together with tires to ensure safe stopping distances. Have the braking system checked every time you visit your auto shop. Watch for signs of brake failure, such as squealing noises, pedal softness, or vibration.
4. Transmission – Because most mechanics do not road-test transmissions (except as part of a major vehicle maintenance service), it's up to you to report any signs of problems.
5. Recommended Vehicle Maintenance – Even though scheduled car maintenance can sometimes cost more than is comfortable for your budget, it will save you money in the long run by prolonging the life of all the systems and parts that make your car function safely.

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Engine Repair: Exhausted From Summer’s Heat?

Many people have gone on their last road trip for summer and are starting a busy schedule of work, school, sports, and the list goes on. Because hot weather makes existing problems worse, prevent a major engine repair down the road! To start off the fall season right, check your vehicle maintenance schedule, including an engine service, and make sure you are on track.

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Even though summer is past and cooler weather is on the way, don't neglect your vehicle's cooling system. Cooling system failure is a leading cause of vehicle breakdowns. You can possibly avoid an unnecessary and expensive engine repair, not to mention the frustration of an interrupted schedule.

If the cooling system hasn't received regular maintenance, it's not a question of whether it will fail, but when it will fail.

Tips for maintaining your vehicle's cooling system:

• Coolant – If coolant is not changed regularly, it will lose its effectiveness in preventing corrosion and its freeze- protection abilities. Check your owner's manual for the recommended replacement interval. Check the level of coolant periodically to prevent overheating of your engine.
• Radiator – Make sure the radiator cap is screwed on tightly and does not leak. Have it pressure tested to ensure it is functioning properly at the same time a pressure test is performed on the entire cooling system. Again, change the coolant (with its corrosion inhibitors) on a regular basis to prevent internal corrosion in the radiator. Flush the coolant periodically to remove any debris. Look for any external obstructions on the radiator, such as paper, leaves, bugs or other debris that may have stuck to it and is blocking air flow.
• Belts and Hoses – Because belts and hoses are made of rubber, they will wear and degrade over time with normal use. Inspect them for cracks or soft or bulging spots. If they fail, your cooling system stops working. Replace belts and hoses approximately every four years or when your mechanic recommends.
• Water pump – On many vehicles, the water pump is driven by the timing belt. Replace the water pump at the same interval as the timing belt. A failing water pump means an overheating engine.

Watch for signs of problems, such as the temperature gauge rising near the danger zone, coolant leaks, steam or hissing sounds under the hood, or the distinct smell of coolant or an engine that's running hot. Prevent overheating or other car problems by having the proper engine service and maintenance performed on schedule!

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Auto Electrical Service: 2 Steps to Diagnose Problems!

Your car's electrical system consists of the battery, starter and alternator. The battery provides juice to the starter. Then, the alternator gives that battery the energy it needs to power your car. If one of these parts is not working properly, your car won't start or run correctly. You will need the help of a professional to perform an auto electrical service to pinpoint any problems that may be happening with your electrical system.

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Accurate auto electrical diagnosis is one of the most difficult challenges to be found when working on today's automobiles. Considering the large number of systems that use electricity in order to operate, being able to quickly diagnose problems to perform the correct auto electrical repair can be a real asset. You can help your auto technician determine first where to look for any problems, as well as recommend the appropriate auto electrical service by following the two tips below:.

• First, verify the problem --

This sounds simple, but can be challenging. Sometimes duplicating the problem can be the most challenging aspect of the diagnosis, especially if the problem is intermittent. Information that is useful in duplicating the problem includes:

• How often does the problem occur?
• How long after the vehicle is started does the problem occur?
• Does the problem occur only over bumps?
• Does weather (sunny, rainy, cold, or hot) have any effect on the problem?
• Does the car have to be idling, driving, in reverse, moving forward, be in gear, etc.?

Collecting as much information about exactly when the problem occurs will help your technician, to duplicate and confirm a problem. Try to be as exact as possible in collecting information. No detail is too small!

• Second, determine related symptoms --

This serves to help you isolate which circuit, and which part of the circuit, is faulty. By identifying related symptoms you can often eliminate unnecessary diagnostic procedures. Knowing an approximate area in a circuit where the problem is gives your technician a definite direction in diagnostic testing.

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