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Getting Off to a Running Start (Starter Replacement)
When you start your vehicle’s engine, there’s another motor that makes that whole process possible. It’s called the starter, and it’s a small electric motor that gets you...
Published on: Sep 29, 2024
Don't Blow a Gasket! (Valve Cover Gasket Replacement)
When you head out to your vehicle after it's been parked and notice oil leaking underneath it, that's something to have looked at right away. Oil leaks mean your oil level is probably low, and r...
Published on: Sep 08, 2024
Cold Facts about Heaters
Brrrr. It's cold outside. And if your vehicle's heater isn't working, then it's cold inside too. No fun – and potentially dangerous: heat is needed to defrost your windshield.&...
Published on: Nov 02, 2023
No Two Are Alike (Variations in Vehicle Repair Costs)
You've just taken your vehicle in to figure out why the air conditioning isn't working. You remember a friend of yours just had to get a new evaporator, and your service advisor has told you it'...
Published on: May 14, 2023
Do You Know About Disc Brakes
Racing legend Richard Petty once said, "If you've got good brakes you can stay out of a lot of trouble." If you're hearing unusual sounds when you brake or if your brake pedal is feeling squishy or to...
Published on: May 12, 2023
The Smell of Danger (What Causes Gasoline Odors)
A driver recently noticed that her garage had begun to smell like gasoline after she parked her vehicle inside. Her Check Engine light had also just come on. This was something she'd never experienced...
Published on: Feb 21, 2023
A Few "Key" Facts (Ignition Key Issues)
You expect your key to turn in your vehicle's ignition. But sometimes it won't, and that's a problem, whether you're trying to start your vehicle or trying to leave it.
Several things can...
Published on: Dec 24, 2022
Will Proper Auto Maintenance at Jack's Service Center Really Save Gas?
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Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider...
Published on: Dec 11, 2022