It’s pretty much a given that we expect our cars to drive smoothly, be quiet, and safe. But that’s not always the case, especially when automotive parts go bad. If you notice changes in your car’s performance, be sure to note what happens and under what conditions. Things like a clunking noise or loose steering […]
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The weather outside is frightful, and it’s time to talk about your windshield wiper fluid. With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays right around the corner, you don’t want to forget to prepare your car for winter. As drivers in Midland, Mi, we know winter weather often brings freezing temperatures and icy conditions, […]
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A TPMS (short for Tire Pressure Monitoring System) sensor is a device in your vehicle’s tires that monitors the air pressure in the tires. The TPMS sensor alerts the driver when the tire pressure is too low. Driving your car with low tire pressure can trigger the safety system, illuminating the TPMS warning light on […]
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It’s finally happening! The weather in Midland, MI is finally starting to cool down. The evenings are even getting downright chilly. So you can imagine my disappointment and dismay when I turned on my car heater this morning to warm up, and it didn’t work. That was definitely not how I wanted to start my […]
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Is your car is experiencing hard shifting? It may be a bad transmission control module – keep reading for more info on TCM failure and related auto repairs.
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Have you ever taken your car somewhere and it just didn’t feel like it was driving right? Maybe you can’t put your finger on it, or perhaps the super loud bang of an engine misfire tipped you off. With this scenario in mind, I would like to discuss something you may not be aware of. […]
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Summer has arrived in Midland, MI, bringing warm temperatures and oppressive humidity. Did you know that running your car’s air conditioning not only lowers the cabin air temperature, it also reduces moisture levels? That sounds like a win/win to me. However, if the refrigerant level in your auto HVAC is low, your air conditioning system […]
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Try as we might, we cannot always prevent problems with our cars. I practice routine maintenance. I always do my oil changes on time and check my tire’s air pressure regularly. And yet, sometimes (despite my best efforts), car troubles arrive out of the blue anyway. There I was, minding my own business, driving to […]
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Owning a car comes with a lot of responsibility. There are car payments, insurance, trips to the gas station & car wash, and routine maintenance. The expenses can add up very quickly. It’s a lot like owning pets but without the cuddles on the sofa. When it comes to understanding wheel alignment, it’s important to […]
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The winter tide has finally turned, and the days are getting longer again. Spring is quickly approaching, but the mornings are still pretty cold. I recently noticed that my car has been harder to start lately, which got me thinking. When was the last time I performed battery maintenance? Are the chilly mornings in Midland, […]
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