Posts Tagged ‘Safety’
My Car Failed It’s Emissions Test–What Do I Need To Do?
Let’s get this out of the way first thing…a leak in your exhaust system could be deadly. If Plainfield auto owners smell exhaust in the passenger cabin or hear an unusual exhaust sound, they should get their exhaust system checked and repaired. This is important. Carbon monoxide in your exhaust is odorless, colorless and tasteless and…
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 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 MoreTake Control of Your Vehicle’s Safety – Check Its Suspension
Like your car’s brake system, the steering and suspension systems are key to your car’s safety. Together, they largely determine your car’s ride and handling. Douglas Automotive Repair Inc recommends having your vehicle’s steering and suspension systems checked regularly, at least once a year and usually with a wheel alignment. “Over time, steering and suspension…
Read MoreTPMS Will Tell you if your Tires are Under Pressure
You’ve just purchased a new vehicle and already a dashboard warning light is on, but this is one you might not have seen before. There’s a good chance it’s the new warning light tied to the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), which as of 2008, is standard on all new cars and light trucks. When…
Read MoreAsk The Tech: My Check Engine Light is On
Ask the Tech:I’m Alex. My Check Engine Light came on in my Car or SUV. I’ve tried several things to make it go off but nothing has worked. What should I do? Douglas Automotive Repair, Inc. Answer:Like Alex, most of us Plainfield drivers have experienced a check engine light coming on suddenly. We’re frustrated because we don’t…
Read MoreDrivers Beware! The Perils of Potholes Are Upon Us
As the ravages of winter subside and temperatures rise, there is probably a pothole out there with your name on it. Record cold temperatures, snow and rainfall in many parts of the country have created the perfect storm for the motorists’ dreaded “perils of potholes period.” Drivers know immediately when they hit a pothole. The…
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