Q. How often should I get my oil changed?
A. You should change your oil every 3000 miles or what is stated in your vehicle’s owner’s manual.
Q. What are the benefits of using synthetic motor oil in my vehicle?
A. Synthetic motor oil is a smart choice for high output, turbocharged or supercharged engines. Also for vehicles in extremely hot or cold weather. Synthetic motor oil can improve fuel economy and provide longer intervals between oil changes.
Q. When should I replace my car’s fuel filter?
A. For a dependable performance, it is recommended you replace your car's fuel filter approximately every 30,000 miles or as stated in your vehicle's owner's manual.
Q. When should I rotate my tires?
A. You should rotate your tires every other oil change, or about every 6000 miles. If you do not rotate your tires at the proper intervals it can cause major tire wear.
Q. I think I have a burned out fuse, what should I do?
A. You must always replace burned-out fuses with new fuses of the same amperage (printed on the fuse). If a fuse continues to "blow," you should have the circuit checked professionally by one of our technicians for defects.
Q. How often should I change my spark plugs?
A. For the best fuel economy and engine performance, we recommend you change your spark plugs every 30 months or 30,000 miles.
Q. Why is my "check engine" or "service engine soon" light on?
A. in your vehicle there are many sensors and computerized components that check and manage your vehicle’s performance. The "check engine" light is activated when one of these components fails inspection. When it does, even though your car may seem to be running normally, it is very important to have your vehicle scanned and have the problem fixed, to prevent any long-term damage.
Q.when should I replace my Timing Belt?
A. On advantage about every 60,000 to 100,00 miles. Check your owners manual for your vehicles suggested service schedule. Timing Belt failure can cause major engine damage in many vehicles. Repairing an engine with a broken timing belt is much more expensive than the cost of a timing belt replacement.
Q. What should I do if my car starts to overheat?
A. If your car overheats for too long, you can damage your engine and cause very serious problems. Find a safe place to pull off the road as soon as possible and shut your engine off! Do not attempt to check your vehicles fluids, because it may lead to severe burns. Tow your vehicle immediately to a professional auto technician to prevent further problems.
Q. Why does my engine oil have a milky brownish look?
A. If your engine oil is a milky brown color it usually means coolant is in the oil. This can be caused by a blown head gasket, a faulty transmission cooler, or cracked casings. We suggest you bring your vehicle to professional technician immediately.