Diesel Maintenance for Michigan
March 17, 2024
At Car Fix Shelby we hear from a lot of people who are excited about the new diesel engines that will soon be available in passenger cars and SUV's. But our Michigan friends are often curious about the preventive maintenance requirements. People may not know that diesel engines have long been us... More
Alleviate the Creaks and Squeaks (Chassis Lubrication)
March 10, 2024
If your vehicle creaks and squeaks when you drive down the road, it may mean that some of the metal parts are rubbing against each other and need to be lubricated. Those could be parts of the suspension, steering system and the drivetrain. Years ago, most vehicles had to have their chassis (wha... More
NOT JUST ANOTHER CUSTOMER (Finding the Right Service Facility)
March 3, 2024
You might remember a hit TV sitcom that was set in a bar, a place where "everybody knows your name." The idea, of course, is people feel more comfortable where they aren't just another customer among many; they're special because their relationship goes back a few years. That comfortable relat... More
Water Pump
February 25, 2024
Your cooling system is very important. It circulates coolant through the radiator and your engine to protect your vehicle from overheating. There are five main components to the cooling system: the radiator the radiator cap the hoses the thermostat the water pump The water pump's like the hear... More
Let Car Fix Shelby Help You Extend the Life of Your Car
February 18, 2024
If you haven't shopped in the Shelby Township area for a new vehicle recently, you're likely to experience some sticker shock. It seems everything is costing more these days. And when you consider the price of auto financing in Shelby Township, and insurance, the idea of hanging on to your old ve... More
Such a Little Part (Climate Control Resistor)
February 11, 2024
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... More
Oil Times are a-Changin' (Oil Change Synthetic)
February 4, 2024
When it comes to oil changes, things are really changing. Most newer vehicles require synthetic oil, and while it costs more than conventional oil, it doesn't need to be changed as often. When conventional oil was the only game in town, you changed your oil every 3,000 miles/5,000 km. But as tec... More
Automotive Tips from Car Fix Shelby: Wiper Blades ? Signs of Wear
January 28, 2024
90% of our driving decisions are based on vision. Anything that impedes your vision can affect your driving safety including a dirty windshield. In that sense, your wiper blades are an important safety system. Most Shelby Township drivers will wait until their wipers have failed before they repl... More
Drive Defensively in Michigan
January 21, 2024
Car care is part of auto safety in Shelby Township. But the most important thing we can do to improve safety on Michigan roads is to drive safely.Defensive driving begins with the proper attitude. Have in mind that you won't let anyone take your safety away from you. You'll be aware of your surr... More
Staying In Charge (Alternator Repair)
January 14, 2024
Seems like these days, we're hearing about more and more electric or hybrid vehicles. Keep in mind that conventional gasoline internal combustion vehicles have important electrical components, too, and it's important to make sure they're operating at their peak. In a vehicle with a gasoline engi... More