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Why To Avoid DIY Air Conditioning Recharge Kits

Now that the summer is almost here, one of the more popular things for car owners to try to do themselves is to recharge their auto air conditioning unit with a store-bought recharge kit. While this may seem for the typical owner to almost be too good to be true, let us tell you some … Read more

Oil Loss

Change Your Oil!

Changing your vehicle’s oil is one of the most basic services your can have performed and also one of the most important. Here are a few oil change factoids to consider during National Car Care Month: • Many people overlook checking the oil level in their car and just think they have to change it … Read more

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Spring Tire Check

Spring weather can often create unpredictable road conditions on the roads in Aurora. Before you hit the roads this month, take five minutes to perform a quick tire check and make sure your vehicle’s tires are ready for any challenge they might be forced to contend with: Check your tire pressure. Swings in the temperature … Read more

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Ignition System Failure Warning Signs

In order to ignite fuel and turn the motor over, gas-powered vehicles are reliant upon an effective ignition system. If the ignition process doesn’t go smoothly or isn’t functioning properly, your vehicle won’t be able to operate correctly and may fail its next emission test. The vast majority of modern ignition systems are comprised of … Read more

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Why Brake Fluid is Critical

When it comes to your safety while driving, it doesn’t get much more important than your vehicle’s braking system. For this vital system to work properly, it requires each and every one of its parts to be working in sync and running smoothly – a feat which is dependent upon your brake fluid being healthy … Read more

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Washing Your Car in the Winter

As Coloradans know all too well, driving during the winter months in this part of the country can be problematic to say the least. Snow, mud, ice – our roads bear the brunt of Old Man Winter’s fury and our vehicles can be collateral damage during his chilly reign. In addition to the inherent dangers … Read more

coolant

Common Problems with Coolant/Antifreeze

Your vehicle’s coolant flows through the engine to keep everything running at the appropriate temperature. Coolant, also known as antifreeze, is mixed with water in the radiator at a precise ratio to create radiator fluid. The chemical fluid prevents the water in the engine from freezing on cold days while at the same time preventing … Read more

gas mileage

Improve Your MPG This Winter

Winter is right around the corner and before your car is bombarded with snow, sludge and cold weather, check out these tips to help improve your gas mileage and save you some money at the pump while you navigate the roads in Aurora. 1. The next time you have your oil changed, have the air … Read more

tire check

Time for New Tires?

Tires looking worn? Pick up a penny! How does one decide whether they have worn-in tires or you’re-on-borrowed-time tires? The official recommendation is to replace tires when the tread is worn to a level of 2/32 of an inch. Okay, great. Now – how best to get a measuring tape between your tread? No need … Read more

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Spring Break Road Trip Tips

Driving around Aurora, the grass may be brown and the trees have no leaves, but Spring is coming! In unpredictable Colorado weather, we have sunny days and snow storms in the same week. It might not feel like it yet, but Spring is only a few weeks away. If you are considering a Spring Break … Read more