Archive for November 2018Not So Hot in WilloughbyPosted November 25, 2018 6:26 AMWhen the weather turns cold, it's nice to crank up the furnace and enjoy the heat. But if your home's furnace doesn't work, it's not too comfortable. Same goes with your vehicle. When the heater's not working, things can get miserable. It could also signal some major problems, which we'll discuss later. A vehicle's heating system is fairly complicated. It's made up of several parts, including a blower motor/fan, a heater core and some mechanical and electrical components. In basic terms, a vehicle's engine warms up coolant which is then sent to the heater core (which is kind of like a small radiator) behind the dash. That blower motor sends cold air through the heater core which heats up the air. Voila! Heat. Diagnosing problems in this system takes a trained mechanic because of the different possible issues. Your heater core may need replacing; they are sometimes in tight spots and may be difficult to work on. Another possible problem could be a defective thermostat, which regulates how the coolant flows through the engine. You may have a leak somewhere in your cooling system. Those leaks may be something as simple as a detached hose clamp or as serious as a bad head gasket. A knowledgeable technician at Lakeside Certified Auto will be able to track the problems down. For those reasons, it's wise to get your vehicle's heating system repaired. Not only can driving an unheated vehicle on a cold day freeze your fingers, some related engine problems that are not repaired could leave you stranded. Smart drivers keep up the maintenance on their vehicle's cooling system; it's a hot tip to prevent a cold vehicle. Lakeside Certified Auto Fuel Saving Tip: Fuel System Cleaning Near Willoughby, OHPosted November 18, 2018 11:09 AM
Lakeside Certified Auto Should Willoughby Soccer Moms Follow the Severe Service Schedule?Posted November 11, 2018 8:09 AMSo you take your vehicle in for maintenance and the pro at Lakeside Certified Auto tells you that you ought to change your oil more often. What? You followed the maintenance schedule – but you take a second look at that “severe service” schedule and see some of the following:
One way to decide how often to maintain your vehicle is to picture a line. On one end, imagine ideal driving conditions: year-round moderate OH temperatures, only freeway driving, all trips are longer than 4 miles/6.5 km and travel is always at a constant speed of 60 mph/97 kph. At the other end of the line, put the severe driving conditions. Now, stop and think about how you drive, where you live, where you go in OH and what you plan to do with your vehicle in the near future. Consider honestly where your driving fits on the line. Lakeside Certified Auto Lakeside Certified Auto Advice on What to Pour into Your VehiclePosted November 4, 2018 7:23 AMChanges in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Willoughby residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids can actually damage your engine. Lakeside Certified Auto | ||
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