We were asked why someone's car was making a high pitched squealing sound when the person first started the car, or took off from a stop. The most common cause of the squealing sound is a loose fan or serpentine belt.
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Showing posts with label tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tips. Show all posts
Friday, March 16, 2012
Monday, February 27, 2012
More Gas Saving Tips! Improve Your MPG! Gas Tips Pt. 2
Seems like the $4+ a gallon for gasoline is really hitting home. Our first round of gas saving tips were a hit, and we thank you all for your input. We have received several requests for more tips on saving gas. While these next few tips won't have as significant an impact on your mpg much, every little bit helps to keep a few more dollars in your pocket.
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
5 Basic Tips to Get More Mileage From Your Car
Gas is creeping up towards the $4 a gallon mark for the nation, and here in southern California prices for gasoline have already surpassed that mark with premium fuel heading towards $4.50. Even with more fuel efficient cars being produced, $4 a gallon for gas is bound to put a strain on anyone's budget. Here are a few tips to help the average driver improve their fuel economy without going to the extremes that some hyper milers go to.
Monday, December 5, 2011
The simple oil change?
I had a conversation with a friend a few months ago regarding basic maintenance of any vehicle. We pretty much glossed over them: oil change, air filter, belts and brakes seemed to the ones that people can do at home with some hand tools.
When it came to the oil change however, for convenience's sake my friend said he always opted to go to the quick lube places since the price of having someone else change the oil was about the same if he were to buy the parts and do it himself. He also happens to live in an area where doing car work is frowned upon by the local housing manager.
His main concern when going to these places were if his old oil filter was actually being replaced.
When it came to the oil change however, for convenience's sake my friend said he always opted to go to the quick lube places since the price of having someone else change the oil was about the same if he were to buy the parts and do it himself. He also happens to live in an area where doing car work is frowned upon by the local housing manager.
His main concern when going to these places were if his old oil filter was actually being replaced.
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