What is the importance of changing my timing belt? The timing belt is critical to your engine function and the longevity of your car’s motor. The timing belt replacement is typically a manufacturer’s recommended service between 70,000 and 100,000 miles or between 7 and 10 years. Since the timing belt is made of rubber and…
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Did you know that heat is harder on batteries than the cold? Check out this article from our vendor, Interstate Batteries, on what can happen to your battery from the heat: “A battery can look fine on the outside, but inside? It’s an entirely different story, especially now that summer’s over. Did you know heat…
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Have you ever wondered what Adaptive Cruise means and how it works? We found this informative video from AutoTrader that helps explain the in’s and out’s of what it does, how it works to keep you safer on the road and which automaker first came out with the infamous “cruise control.”
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Your car is one of your most valuable investments, which is why you should keep all of the repair records from your vehicle. Its like going to the doctor, but for your car… When you go to the doctor, they likely will keep a medical file of the history of what has happened to you,…
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At American Garage, we believe you should change your wiper blades every 6-12 months, depending on the condition and elements that the wipers are exposed to. We offer several brands of wiper blades, including RainX, Service Pro and Trico. Ask your Service Advisor today for more information on wiper blade replacement
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Many of our customers will ask why their Check Engine Light is on. They also ask, “Is it safe to drive with an Engine Light On?” Well the answer to why your engine light is on, or as we call it, the “Check Engine Light,” is not so simple to answer. A Check Engine Light…
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Often times, there are many different theories on time frames of when you should change your oil. We believe that your engine oil should still be changed every 3,000 miles or 3 months. Some vehicles, Diesels to be exact, can go 5,000 miles between oil changes.
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“How often should I rotate my tires?” is something we hear quite frequently at American Garage. A good rule of thumb is to rotate them every 6,000 to 8,000 miles. With a tire rotation at American Garage, each tire and wheel is removed from your vehicle and moved to a different position to ensure that…
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A Brake Flush is an important part of our preventative maintenance program and should be performed every 30,000 miles. Our BG Brake Service completely removes all the old brake fluid and replaces it with fresh fluid, supplemented with a conditioner that will maximize brake fluid performance.
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And a Lifetime Protection Plan? Really? You’ve been hearing us rave about the BG Line of Products, but are you wondering if it is really worth it? The answer is yes. The BG Company has been developing these products for years, and they really do work. Yeah sure, you’re wondering if we are pushing a big…
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