Maintenance
We live such busy lives nowadays: work, social events, running the kids all over Lake Orion. Some days it's all we can do to keep track of everywhere we need to be. That's why you've gotta be organized. Smartphones, calendar apps - we have to keep track of it all.So let's talk about schedules. S...
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Posted in Maintenance
on March 07, 2021
People in Lake Orion have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km to...
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Posted in Maintenance
on October 04, 2020
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine.The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's...
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Posted in Maintenance
on June 14, 2020
All Lake Orion service advisors know that without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles.The serpentine belt may also run the pumps for both the power steering and power brakes. And on many vehicles, the serpentine belt powers the water pump. The water pump circulates coolant ...
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Posted in Maintenance
on May 24, 2020
Many Lake Orion car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor to fail. This expensive sensor is situated between your engine air filter and your engine. Dirty air ...
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Posted in Maintenance
on April 12, 2020
When I was a kid, my dad always made sure he took the cars in for Spring and Fall checkups. I was telling a friend that it's about time to get into Tire Warehouse Depot for a checkup and he said that he read on the internet that moder...
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Posted in Maintenance
on June 23, 2019
Ask any Lake Orion man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be "no." Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road today are in need of some kind of repair or maintenance. Now, ask that same person why he hasn't taken his c...
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Posted in Maintenance
on May 19, 2019
Sometimes we hear people in Lake Orion say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All th...
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Posted in Maintenance
on August 26, 2018
If you're reading this article in Lake Orion, Michigan, then you probably care about your vehicle and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your professional service advisor at Tire Warehouse Depot tells you the manufacturer recommends some additional...
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Posted in Maintenance
on August 19, 2018
Buying a new car in Lake Orion is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide?People in Lake Orion who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be h...
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Posted in Maintenance
on April 15, 2018
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