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Read moreFord trucks have dominated the industry for so long, many current buyers weren’t born when the F-150, its siblings and distant automotive relatives didn’t reign. But even the country’s perennially best-selling vehicle sometimes has problems. In this instance, it’s used Ford F-150 pickup trucks. About 350,000 trucks in North America, including 292,3111 vehicles from the United States and model years 2014-2017 are being recalled for a faulty brake master cylinder, Ford announced. Ford F-150 has braking issues The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid into the brake booster, and ultimately reduce braking power to the front wheels. Drivers may feel more pedal travel that requires more force to press the brake. The loss of power could also trigger an
Read moreSeveral years ago, a service mechanic at a local Honda dealership in Sacramento looked across the service garage and said: “See all those Hondas up on the racks? They’re all just like your wife’s CR-V. Rats have eaten the engine wires.” I’d taken my wife’s then five-year-old Honda CR-V to the dealership across town for a yet-undiagnosed problem. Turns out, rats like to keep warm and feast on engine wires, hoses and nearly anything else, particularly if it’s made with Polypropylene. If you live near a river or a tree-lined area (like Sacramento), the problem is often prevalent. Rats aren’t against eating the wiring other manufacturers’ vehicles, but Honda’s lineup has Polypropylene in some engine parts and it’s a rodents’
Read moreWhen you drive a lot, you may not think much about your tires enough. You may think getting from place to place is all that matters. The condition of each tire, however, is equally important for your safety. Tires’ conditions and the way you treat them could mean the difference between you staying safe or getting in a horrific accident. Here arecompelling reasons to visit a tire shop. Change of Season It can snow in any month in Calgary, but the snowy season typically starts in October and ends in May. That’s seven months where there is consistent snowfall. Due to this, snowy and icy road conditions are a constant issue. To be safe, during the winter you should put
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Read moreSummer is ideal for a car road trip — exploring new parts of your community, family vacations, visiting relatives and sightseeing. But if you don’t take care of your car or aren’t aware of some of the extra issues you can encounter in summer you may be unable to take that spur-of-the-moment trip. Worse, you could be stuck somewhere needing a tow truck company’s service. Despite being a beast of a machine, designed to travel in all kinds of weather and to protect you from the elements, your car can be vulnerable to heat. Imagine yourself on an August summer day, car packed, family all set for the annual getaway, and halfway through the mountains, your car dies. Not only
Read moreSPONSORED CONTENT Everyone loves their car when they buy it, but after the honeymoon phase is over, it’s sometimes hard to keep that love going strong. 3M Auto, Prestone, Meguiar’s and Royal Purple have come up with five easy solutions to fall back in love with your car just in time for Valentine’s Day. 1. Take Years Off the Look – Yellow and hazed headlight lenses don’t just make your car look old, they’re also a safety hazard and can decrease visibility. 3M Quick Headlight Renewal provides an easy-to-use headlight restoration solution to help increase visibility and remove minor haze from headlights in a matter of minutes. Your headlights will look like years younger in no time. 2. Keep the
Read moreOne of the biggest purchases many people will make in their lifetime is a new car, and making sure it stays properly maintained should be a top priority. At some point, every car owner will have have their vehicle repaired. And while car owners think they can save money by repairing their own vehicle, it’s often not the case. Most car owners do not know how to install an hid kit, which is why hiring a professional is best. Here are the reasons why hiring a professional for this type of job is important. Experience is a Factor One of the biggest benefits of letting a professional mechanic handle your headlight installation is that they have the experience needed to
Read moreBarrett-Jackson, the name synonymous with automobile auctions, has debuted a line of car care products for interior and exterior cleaning, waxing and restoration. The exterior car care includes washes, waxes and detailers formulated with Carnauba wax, providing a durable finish and deep wet look shine. The wash and wax is a blend of cleaners, lubricators and hydrophobic polymers that gently lift and wash off dirt. It produces a renewed appearance with a lasting shine and is biodegradable and safe for all finishes. Barrett-Jackson’s paste wax, spray wax, rapid detailer and liquid wax kit are formulated with hydrophobic polymers and work on all exterior surfaces including plastic, rubber and trim. For quick touch-ups, the rapid detailer provides spray-on and wipe-off convenience,
Read moreNo matter how well you take care of your vehicle with proper regular maintenance, it will eventually need to be repaired. A reputable mechanic is invaluable. But finding the right mechanic isn’t always easy. But there are ways, particularly if you need a quick repair way to help find reputable mechanics and quality auto repair shops Here are suggested guidelines: 1. Get Referrals From Friends This method is easy. Nearly everyone has a car and has had it serviced. If they’ve had a good or bad experience, they’ll share. If doesn’t matter if you live in Piedmont, Calif., Pinehurst, N.C., or need to be steered toward a reputable mechanic who performs Pittsburgh Toyota care, friends and family are ideal resources.
Read moreCars continue to be a popular method of travel. For many families, the annual road trip offers several entertainment options. However, getting to the theme park, beach or the family reunion requires basic auto care tips to ensure getting there is half the fun and none of the headache. Of course, keeping a car in top running condition requires dedication to a regular schedule, but that commitment offers a return on investment that makes sure everything on the vehicle is working precisely as it should be. Oil Changes While just about every car owner knows about the 3,000 mile or three-month cycle involved in changing the oil on the vehicle, few dedicate the necessary time to the event. Granted, the
Read moreWhether you are purchasing a new car or investing in a used vehicle through a reliable source such as HertzRent2Buy the key to its longevity lies in how well it’s maintained. Furthermore, effective maintenance also helps car owners achieve a significant level of safety when on the road and otherwise. Here are a few areas that demand regular checks in a vehicle: Regular Pollution Check It is important to regularly check on the emissions your vehicle is releasing. Internal combustion engines when not working efficiently emit more pollution. By regularly checking your engine and other related care parts, you not only ensure the health of your car but you’re also doing your part to conserving the environment. Tire Servicing Your
Read moreShould motorists change their vehicle’s oil every 3,000 miles? Not necessarily, according to the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). With its “Check Your Number” campaign, CalRecyle encourages drivers to rethink their current habits and only change motor oil as needed. “With significant advances in auto technology, it’s important for drivers to understand that changing motor oil every 3,000 miles is an old default that may not be relevant for their vehicle,” said CalRecycle Director Caroll Mortensen. “Frequent oil changes do not necessarily mean better performance or longer engine life. By following the manufacturer’s recommendations, you will not only do right by your ride, but you’ll also benefit the environment by using fewer resources.” A recent survey by CalRecycle
Read moreWith the national average price of gas again approaching $4 per gallon, drivers can help their fuel consumption in many ways. Some approaches to better fuel efficiency are common sense, while others work well but may not readily come to mind. The automotive web site, www.carlocate.com, a portal headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, and a resource for locating best cars prices, has an informative list of 12 great ways to save gas. The site’s No. 1 way to save fuel — a tune up. ” A properly tuned engine can improve fuel economy about 4 percent, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).” the site’s editors write. “Fixing a serious issue — such as faulty oxygen sensor — can boost
Read moreHyundai, the South Korean manufacturer whose popularity has drastically improved based on value, improved styling and extensive warranty, is recalling some 2011 models of its Santa Fe sport utility vehicle because of potential rear break flaws. The Korean car maker’s Kia unit, which shares the same platform and have many similar parts, is also recalling some 2011 Sorento SUVs. The rear brake calipers in both vehicles may not have been machined properly and could allow brake fluid to leak. If the leak occurred, it would trigger a warning light indicating the fluid level is low. If the driver doesn’t take corrective action, the symptoms could worsen to include spongy-feeling brakes and an eventual loss of braking power. The recalls affect
Read moreRecalled plagued Toyota Motor Corp. has announced its latest and largest recall to date, this time 1.66 million Avalon and other vehicles, including Lexus models, for brake cylinder issues. The new recall includes the 2005 and 2006 Avalon sedan, 2004 through 2006 Highlander (the non-Hybrid model) and Lexus RX330 crossovers, and the 2006 Lexus GS300, IS250, and IS350 sedans. Additionally, the latest recall, mostly in Japan and the United States, comes less than two months after a recall in Canada and the United States of 1.3 million Corolla and Matrix cars. In that instance, the vehicle had defective engine control modules that could cause the vehicles to stall. The vehicle’s brake master cylinders can leak small amounts of fluid, resulting
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