July 2022
There are a lot of drivers in Orland Park who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in Illinois these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Orland Park folks don't eve...
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Posted in Drive Train
on July 14, 2022
Orland Park drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Illinois auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Orland Park drivers to tell ...
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Posted in Tires and Wheels
on July 13, 2022
With front-wheel drive being so common these days in Orland Park, Illinois, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Orland Park drivers don't even have to think about it. And rear-wheel drive differentials don't need to be serviced for years, so it's underst...
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Posted in Drive Train
on July 12, 2022
Have you ever had an experience like this in Orland Park, Illinois? You drive through the one of those automatic car washes. When you get to the end, where the dryer is blowing, your Check Engine light starts flashing!You fear the worst, but within a block or two, the light stops flashing, but st...
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Posted in Dashboard
on July 11, 2022
If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Orland Park drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, ...
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Posted in Tires and Wheels
on July 10, 2022
You expect your heater/air conditioner to work like it should. You have a control for temperature and one for fan speed. You even have a control for what vents the air comes out of. Don't be surprised one day if your blower fan develops a mind of its own and starts going crazy. Most of the ti...
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Posted in Windshield Wipers
on July 10, 2022
Here's a question for Orland Park, Illinois : How long have you been enjoying the romantic glow of your Check Engine light? Hey, it's not there to create ambiance; it's a warning that something's wrong. (And, by the way, Homer Simpson's fix of covering it with tape is not a good idea.)Many cond...
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Posted in Transmission
on July 09, 2022
Have you ever noticed that your vehicle has a schedule in your owner's manual for what is called severe service maintenance? Let's define what severe driving conditions aren't: The easiest driving a vehicle experiences is traveling on the interstate for 20 miles (32 kilometers) or more at a cons...
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Posted in Service Intervals
on July 08, 2022
Most Orland Park residents have experienced a flat tire. You know it's inconvenient and a pain. Our tires are important. Keeping them in good working order isn't just a big safety issue for Orland Park drivers it also has a financial impact. With high Illinois gas prices, we've all heard about ...
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Posted in Tires and Wheels
on July 07, 2022
Virtually all vehicles come with power steering, so many Orland Park drivers have never driven a car or truck without it. Power steering assists you when you turn your vehicle steering wheel. Without it, it would be very hard to steer. Now this power assist comes in a couple of forms. In recent ...
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Posted in Steering
on July 06, 2022
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