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When should I change my wiper blades?

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The Purpose of the Cabin Air Filter

The purpose of the cabin air filter is to filter contaminants via the vehicle’s HVAC system. There are two types of cabin air filter available the ‘P’ suffix if for Pollen and the ‘C’ suffix for activated carbon. Each offer great added protection to the respiratory comfort of your passengers.
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The Scoop: Shocks and Struts


 

The shocks and struts on your vehicle are made to absorb road impacts and dampen any bouncing, so you can enjoy a comfortable ride – even over bumps and potholes.

 

Shocks and struts also play an important role in braking, handling, tire performance and most importantly, safety.

 

Over time, shocks and struts wear out, but it happens so gradually you may not notice it. That’s why we recommend inspections every 15,000 miles or 15 months. Your suspension should quickly dampen any motion when you push down on a corner of your vehicle. If it doesn’t, you may be…

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Winter Effects on Your Battery



Your car's battery is the heart of its electrical system. Lights, defrosters and wipers used for extended periods place high demands on the charging system.

In extreme temperatures...
  • Batteries lose about half their strength
  • Demands on batteries are increased
  • Engine-cranking power is reduced
  • Engine oil thickens, which makes engine turnover difficult
  • Fuel is cold and doesn't vaporize well
  • Battery recharging efficiency is reduced

If you're concerned about the condition of your vehicle…

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Don't Wait Until it is Too Late!

We're going to talk about windshield wiper blades. Now that may seem like a pretty mundane topic, but think about how important your vision is: We protect our eyes. If we need contacts or glasses, we taken care of them too. And, well, wiper blades are critical to our vision when we drive.

We really ought to think about wipers as part of an important safety system. We should think about maintaining safety – not…
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Most of the time the answer is NOW because you are driving in a heavy rain storm and realize that they aren’t doing their job.

The next day is sunny and the wipers are forgotten about again until the next storm.

Wiper blades and inserts are a maintenance item that…