We all do our best to budget for scheduled vehicle maintenance. What’s hard is planning for unexpected repairs. The truth is that our vehicles can stay on the road longer than ever before with proper maintenance. That’s because of improved vehicle design and manufacturing quality. But some of those same improvements also lead to higher
OEM or Aftermarket? (Choosing Replacement Parts) May 23rd, 2020 It happens – a part on your vehicle breaks or just wears out. The replacement part is very important. You want it to last and perform like new. That’s why your NAPA AutoCare Center uses quality NAPA replacement parts. The parts we install on your vehicle
May 10th, 2020 In cold weather, you may notice your windows fogging up. Then you can't see where you're going, and suddenly you and those around you are in danger. So, what causes your windows to fog up in cold weather, and how can you stop it? Fog is simply moisture condensing on a cold
Your Courtesy Inspection At Joe's Slinger Service In Slinger May 3rd, 2020 Most people in Slinger, WI, come to their service advisor with specific services in mind and an idea of how much they’ll be spending. Sometimes, a courtesy inspection and a review of your service history will uncover additional items that require attention. How
That Sinking Feeling (Suspension Failure) Apr 28th, 2020 There's nothing quite like the feeling of driving down the road and, suddenly, the back end of your vehicle collapses. A possible cause is that something in your suspension has broken. Suspension components gradually wear out – you may not even notice the ride and handling slowly
Fuel Pump Apr 22nd, 2020 Help your fuel pump last longer. One pump killer is contamination in the fuel tank. Sometimes this comes from the fuel itself. Buying fuel at a reputable Slinger station will help make sure you are putting clean fuel into the tank. Older vehicles tend to have more sediment in the
Tire Rotation and Balancing Apr 16th, 2020 You can make your vehicle tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing. Let's start with tire rotation. In normal driving around Slinger WI, your front tires wear more on the shoulders because they handle much of the cornering forces in turns. Front-wheel drive vehicles have even more force
Question What is the benefit of winter tires? Answer This is a good question. Most new vehicles come with all-season tires that work pretty well in the winter conditions many people encounter. First, let’s talk about the things that dedicated winter tires do really well, touch on all-seasons and then you should have some information
Wiper blades may not be the most exciting topic for most Slinger residents – but they are pretty important. Most of us Slinger residents have had an experience when a sudden snow or rain storm hits while we're driving; then when we turn on the wipers – nothing but streaks. This can be especially disconcerting
It’s easy to forget about servicing your transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your vehicle running smoothly and helps you avoid costly repairs down the road. The transmission undergoes a lot of stress. The grit you see in used fluid is actually bits of clutch material. This grit
