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Mark Auto Repair off Your Back-To-School To-Do List

posted on 8/5/2020 8:58:00 AM
The kids are going to be headed off to school again before you know it, and then of course, the holidays will start coming one after another between Labor Day and the end of the year. There’s a lot to stay on top of, and auto repair should be one less thing for you, the grownup, to worry about as the year marches on. Here are some suggestions for things you might want to take care of before it all starts rolling again:  • Oil Change – Can’t remember the date of y...
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How To Update Your Auto Repair Routine

posted on 8/5/2020 8:57:00 AM
Time has a way of sneaking up on everyone, and so does mileage on a vehicle. If you have a long commute or regularly put lengthy interstate trips on your car, you can easily rack up 15-18,000 miles a year. Even though today’s cars don’t need as much maintenance as cars from a generation ago, it’s still something you can’t neglect. Here’s a reminder of some important milestones for service on your vehicle:  Monthly • Check tire inflation• Che...
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Car A/C Problems Demystified

posted on 8/5/2020 8:57:00 AM
Who’s ready for a Q and A about auto A/C? At Master Auto Repair in St. Louis, MO, we do hear questions about auto A/C from time to time, so we hope we can clear a few up today. Q: Why is there an obnoxious smell from my car’s A/C vents? A: It’s inevitable that water will condense in the A/C system…at the evaporator, around the blower and inside the vents and ductwork. Water means a ripe environment for dust, pollen and mildew to collect, and chances are that so...
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How Often Should My Brakes Be Inspected?

posted on 8/5/2020 8:56:00 AM
Consider this for a minute. The average American vehicle is driven around 12-15,000 miles per year. Studies show that in the course of that year, you’re going to step on your brakes 75,000 times! In light of that, it makes sense that you should have your brakes checked pretty frequently. But how frequently?  Let’s figure it this way. Your tires need to be rotated every 5-6,000 miles…and since all four tires will be off the car and the vehicle will be up on a lift, th...
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Don’t Forget Your Spare

posted on 8/5/2020 8:55:00 AM
Oh, the lowly spare tire. It doesn’t get much respect.  Today, a lot of vehicles don’t even come with a spare tire anymore, not even the little “donut” space-saver spare. Instead, to cut weight and free up space, they come with a compressor and a can of a Fix-a-Flat-style product in hopes that you can get back on your way again. Great idea, unless your tire has a sidewall puncture or is shredded…Anyway, if your car is equipped with a spare, you shouldn&rs...
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Winter is Coming

posted on 8/5/2020 8:55:00 AM
The days are getting shorter, there’s a snap in the air, and before you know it, the winter months are going to be upon us. Is your vehicle ready?  • Wipers: Even the best windshield wipers are only good for about a year; normal wear, the sun’s UV rays and the elements take their toll on them. Get a good look and check them for chunks, strips or chips missing, and replace if necessary for a streak-free field of vision in wet weather. Hint: a fresh application of R...
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Tire Alignment or Wheel Alignment: Which Is It?

posted on 8/5/2020 8:53:00 AM
Tire Alignment or Wheel Alignment: Which Is It?November 5th, 2015 At some point, you may have heard people refer to “wheel alignments” and “tire alignments.” Is there any difference in the two? The quick answer to that is: “no.” The two terms are interchangeable with each other, like “wheel balancing” and “tire balancing.”Now that that’s cleared up, here’s a quick rundown of what wheel alignment means and what it e...
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Winter Tires? Or All-Season Tires?

posted on 8/5/2020 8:52:00 AM
Winter tires versus all-season tires…which is the right choice for you? The two designs are quite different and deliver different levels of performance and winter-weather traction, so let’s discuss. • All-season tires are designed as an all-around compromise. They feature a tread pattern that evacuates water from the tire’s contact patch to prevent hydroplaning, with plenty of small, textured slits (sipes) to add extra biting edges for traction in wet or slushy ...
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The Holidays Are Coming – Is Your Vehicle Ready?

posted on 8/5/2020 8:51:00 AM
Where did this year go? Before you know it, it’s going to be time for the holidays, and that can mean travel in some pretty trying conditions (and we don’t just mean restless kids in the back seat). Is your vehicle ready for some interstate miles? • Tires: It’s a good idea to have your tires rotated every 5,000-7,000 miles to ensure even wear. With that in mind, it’s easy to just schedule a tire rotation with every oil change, since the vehicle will be up in the...
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The Holidays Are Here – And It’s Time for Maintenance

posted on 8/5/2020 8:33:00 AM
Where did the year go? The holidays are now on us, and that means lots of travel for many folks. You may have put some miles on the odometer at Thanksgiving, or maybe you’ve got some travel planned at Christmas. Either way, it’s important to make sure your vehicle’s ready to roll post-trip. Here’s a brief list of a few things you might want to consider… •            Oil change: When did...
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