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The next time you complain about poor gas mileage, start by checking your tire pressures. A semi flat tire(s) causes excessive drag on your car that slows you down, so, to go the same distance your throttle is opened more, therefore using more fuel. It’s as simples as that. A tire pressure gauge is a good investment for a few dollars and checking your tire pressures regularly makes good sense, not to mention that for safety reasons too. A car with low tire pressures will actually cause the vehicle to pull and sway that could result in loss of control.…

Standard  1 year warranty or 20,000 kilometers whichever comes first on all parts and labour. Extended warranty is available on certain items and we often extend the standard warranty based on customer service. Just ask for details. Tire Up to 5 years manufacturers warranty on all passenger & some light truck tires. Please ask for details as different tire manufactures do differ. Battery Up to the first two years of free replacement which includes a pro-rated warranty for the remainder of the advertised months.  Roadside assistance is available, just ask for more information. New Vehicle  Warranty Service Notice to Consumers revised

The purpose of the cooling system is to cool the engine and control it at a certain temperature for maximum efficiency without overheating. It also provides you with heat during the winter months. Main components related to the cooling system is: the water pump; radiator; radiator cap; heater core; thermostat; hoses; belts; cooling fan and coolant. They all play a major role in how your cooling system operates and should be checked regularly. By neglecting to repair any of the main components as they wear or malfunction can result in overheating and severe engine damage. Inspection of the complete system…

Any time you have a feeling of control loss in your steering wheel such as: hard steering; looseness; shimmying; uneven tire wear or even weird noises from your front end area, have it checked. Your front end consists of many different linkages and joints of different nature and sizes. By regularly changing the oil in your engine, these parts may have grease fittings for grease, which is part of the lubrication process. It should also be a part of any courtesy inspection. Any excessive play or looseness found on any component should be replaced immediately and aligned if necessary. They…

Although servicing these items is not as common, it’s not to be forgotten. Transfer cases are not exposed to the extreme temperatures as the engine or transmission. However, servicing these units every 100,000 km’s would be a good rule of thumb. Servicing is basically draining and refilling with new fluid.

Although servicing these items is not as common, it’s not to be forgotten. Differentials are not exposed to the extreme temperatures as the engine or transmission. However, servicing these units every 100,000 km’s would be a good rule of thumb. Servicing is basically draining and refilling with new fluid.

With the price of a rebuilt transmission these days at $2000 plus, it’s increasingly important to maintain this piece of machinery more than ever before. What is involved in a transmission service, is a road test; replacing the gasket; filter; fluid and making the necessary band adjustments if adjustable. A good rule of thumb for this service is every 2-3 years or 40 – 50,000 km’s whichever comes first would be sufficient for normal driving conditions. Under heavy-duty conditions, such as towing, perhaps once a year or 20,000 km’s as a transmission operates under extreme temperatures. It’s cheap insurance against…

A periodic check of the exhaust system makes good sense as your exhaust muffler/pipes are subject to water and road salt causing rust. The give away here is when your engine is getting louder and sounding more like a truck than a car. Often it’s the muffler rusting out as it is located at the back of the car where the temperature of the exhaust is the coolest. Moisture collects there and does not evaporate fast enough. During an inspection the connecting pipes, converter and resonator should also be checked and replaced if it is equally rusty. By driving with…

The suspension system is what supports the weight of the car body against the frame. The springs determine the vehicle height and the shocks absorbs the impact from different road conditions allowing you full control while preventing your vehicle from bouncing all over the road. Springs often last the life of the vehicle, however the shocks should be regularly checked for leaks. Weak or leaking shock absorbers will lose its ability to dampen the various road conditions resulting in your car feeling bouncy or even clunking in big potholes. Like your front end, this should be a part of any…

A good electrical system plays an important role in your vehicle. Starting off with the battery, it’s the initial source of power. As you turn the key, electrical current is transferred to you starter allowing it to turn your engine over. During this process, the ignition and fuel system is working simultaneously to start your engine. Once your engine is running, your alternator takes over and recharges the battery and supplies electrical energy to your radio, lights, ignition etc. Failure of any one of these electrical components could result in your vehicle not starting or worse, the vehicle stalling in…