June 2024Timing BeltEver heard the sad tale of a staggeringly steep repair bill from a broken timing belt? Bad news. Let's take a lesson from their woes and remember to think about our timing belt.First, let's review what a timing belt does. The top part of the engine over the cylinders is called the cylinder head.... Read More Posted in Parts on June 30, 2024 Poor Reflections (Door Mirror Problems)Mirror, mirror on the door, why is my vision there so poor? Well, you could have a broken outside rearview mirror that's disabled your blind spot vision there and endangering your ability to see some of the traffic around you. Outside rearview (or door) mirrors are important safety devices that ... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on June 23, 2024 Cold Weather Vehicle No-Nos (Items to Avoid Storing in a Freezing Vehicle)It's always easier to leave a few things in your vehicle so you'll have them on hand. But in cold weather, while it's a good idea to carry items such as a phone charger, blanket and shovel, there are some things you shouldn't store in your vehicle.Medicines and drugs. Cold temperatures can af... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on June 16, 2024 Automotive Tips from Car Fix Shelby: When to Replace a Damaged TireRepair or Replace? Thats a question Shelby Township drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an inch (6.4 mm) are considered too large to be safely repaired. Punctures in the sidewall or near th... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on June 09, 2024 Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel BearingsWhy are wheel bearings for Shelby Township vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Car Fix Shelby post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Shelby Township, Mic... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on June 02, 2024 |
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