Posted by Monroeville Kia Mazda on 10:33 AM
In order to operate smoothly,
it’s essential that your engine is properly oiled. The oil keeps the moving parts lubricated and
protected from corrosion, sludge, and gunk free. However there are many myths about engine oil
and in this article, “5 Engine Oil Myths”.
Here are some highlights:
·
The “W” in 10W-30 oils stands for “weight” -- the most important thing to know about oil is
viscosity. Oil is measured in single
grade or multi-grade, and the oil is timed in seconds. Example: SAE 30 means the oil takes
approximately 30 seconds to flow through the tubes.
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When...
Posted by Monroeville Kia Mazda on 10:47 AM
- A part of
owning a car is coming to terms with the fact that things are going to go
wrong. Parts are going to fail, bulbs will burn out, engine lights will come
on, and belts will need to be replaced. Maintenance is inevitable whether you
choose to do it yourself or take your car to a professional. There are a number
of big mistakes do-it-your-selfers and sometimes even professional mechanics
can make when “fixing” vehicle. This article (http://auto.howstuffworks.com/under-the-hood/vehicle-maintenance/10-serious-mistakes-car-maintenance.htm#page=0) tells you some of the most common
mistakes to watch for. Here are some of the highlights:
·
Roaming...
Posted by Monroeville Kia Mazda on 8:54 AM
A check engine light coming on in your car is never
something a driver wants to deal with. The light could mean a vehicle needs
expensive repairs, or it could be something as simple as a gas cap not being
screwed on tight enough. But not matter what it is, the matter of the fact is
you’re going to have to get your engine checked.
In 2010 CarMD published a list of the five most common check
engine light codes. Here they are in order or frequency.
·
O2 Sensor
(part of the emissions system monitoring and helping adjust the air-fuel
mixture)
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Loose...
Posted by Monroeville Kia Mazda on 9:36 AM
If you’re like most people your glove box is probably full
of clutter – every manual that came with your car, receipts, key chains,
cosmetics, cds, and maybe some gloves. But are all those things really
necessary? Don’t let yourself be a glove box litterbug!
There are a number of items you’ll want to have in your car that are easily
accessible in case you would get into a jam, like a first aid kit, a flash
light, and a tire pressure gauge. This
article (http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2012/12/what-to-keep-in-your-glove-box.html)
will give you the complete list of necessary items you should keep in your
glove box. That way you can...
Posted by Monroeville Kia Mazda on 12:09 PM
Fuel prices are one of the things that can make what should be
a fun drive in your car seem like a costly annoyance. Everyone wants to get
their money’s worth from their fuel tank, as they should. The problem, though,
is that there’s a lot of conflicting information floating around out there
about how exactly you save fuel!
Have no fear, readers: to help you we’ve found a great
infographic with tips on how to save fuel. It may say “tips for a new year,”
but come on: it’s never the wrong time of year to get tips when it comes to car
care! Click the image to view a larger version.
...
Posted by Monroeville Kia Mazda on 12:51 PM
When dealing with cars, most of us recognize a car by a number
of physical characteristics. We recognize basic exterior designs, brand symbols,
and so forth.
Some people, though, can actually recognize a car by its sound.
That’s right: just based on the sound of a revving engine, some people know
exactly what car is coming up behind them as they walk along a sidewalk near a
busy road.
In an article on jalopnik.com, the editors write that for car
enthusiasts, “there's a whole world of
exhaust sound. It's a game you can play to see if you can recognize a car with
your eyes closed. There's very little as satisfying as...
Posted by Monroeville Kia Mazda on 2:03 PM
While driving
can be an extremely fun activity, there are always dangers that drivers need to
be aware of. One of those dangers are car fires. The National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) reports that there is a vehicle fire every 96
seconds in the United States.
The dangers of
car fires are further highlighted by articles like one on Detroitnews.com that
tells one man’s tale about how his truck went up in flames within three
minutes. “A fire in a modern vehicle burns fast and furiously,” the writer
states. “What's intact for the moment can be gone or enveloped in toxic smoke
in a matter of seconds.”
All drivers
need...
