Preventive Maintenance
Transfer Case Service
Most people may not know much about transfer cases, but if you have a 4-wheel drive vehicle, you’ve got one. It makes sure you have power available for both the front and rear axles. For example, if you have a rear-wheel drive SUV, power goes to the rear wheels until you need 4-wheel drive. That’s when the…
Read MoreAsk the Tech: What is a Differential and Why Do I Need to Have It Serviced?
First of all – your vehicle does have a differential. If it’s a rear wheel drive, your differential is on the back. If it’s front wheel drive, your differential is built into your transaxle (transmission). Owners with all wheel drive or four wheel drive will have differentials front and rear and maybe one in between.…
Read MoreKeep Your Cool in Hot Summer Cars
When it’s hot outside, one of the last places you want to be is sitting in traffic without a properly functioning air conditioning (A/C) system. To help avoid this uncomfortable situation, Douglas Automotive Repair Inc recommends having your A/C system checked annually to make sure it is functioning at its peak performance level when the…
Read MoreTips on How to Safely Jack Up Your Car from NASCAR
If you’re good to your car, it will be good to you. That’s a commonly used phrase in the automotive industry so why is there still an estimated $60 billion in unperformed maintenance on an annual basis? Are we really performing the necessary routine maintenance our vehicles need to travel the long haul? Curious, we…
Read MoreAsk the Tech: I Want To Keep My Car For A Long Time, How Can I Do This On A Budget?
Money is still tight and more than ever now people are keeping and driving their vehicles longer. We hear them say, “my car is in good shape and I like it too, so I want to keep it for a long time.” Or, “I know this car is getting to the end of it’s life,…
Read MoreSpring Weather At Last!
Whew! It seemed like it would never happen, but hopefully Spring weather is here to stay. Now is the time to start tackling that outside project “to do” list—whether it’s yard work, or some spring maintenance on your vehicle. April is National Car Care Month and the Car Care Council reminds motorists to spring into…
Read MoreSpring Showers Bring Driving Safety Hazards
Worn out tires and windshield wiper blades are symptoms of neglected vehicle maintenance that put drivers and passengers at serious risk during the typically rainy months of spring. Thin tire treads create hazardous driving conditions when water builds up on the roadway. Deep tread accommodates accumulated water; thin tread does not. Thin tread causes the…
Read MoreWhen Do I Need To Replace My Battery?
That’s a vital question for Plainfield motorists. All batteries wear out and need to be replaced – but some are replaced before their time. Look, if your battery is dying and you need a jump-start, it could very well be that you have a bad battery. But Plainfield auto owners should have their battery tested…
Read MoreAsk the Tech: When Should I Change My Spark Plugs
I’m confused about when I should get my spark plugs replaced. What’s the deal? Douglas Automotive Repair Inc Answer:Well it can be confusing because there are several types of spark plugs and some last longer than others. Your owner’s manual will have a recommendation for when your spark plugs should be changed. Here’s a little…
Read MoreSpend Your Tax Refund on One of Your Biggest Investments
Maintaining Present Vehicle May Be Key to Long-Term Financial Happiness. How will you spend your tax refund? Flat-screen TV? IPod? Clothes? We have a better idea for your money: spend it on your second biggest investment, your car. Whether it’s an oil change, replacing brakes or new belts and hoses, that periodic repair bill is…
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