Preventive Maintenance Archives | Books Automotive Blog Posts
Posted April 13, 2015
Spring has officially arrived in Fountain! But that doesn’t mean your vehicle is in the clear – changing seasons means it’s time for maintenance to make sure your vehicle will keep you safely and comfortable on the road through the spring and summer. As we kick off National Car Care…
Categories: Auto Repair, Preventive Maintenance
Posted October 23, 2014
Is your car ready for the changing weather? As summer comes to an end, we know that means cooling temperatures, rain, and falling leaves in Fountain and across Colorado. It also means winter will be here before we know it! As National Fall Car Care Month, this month is the…
Categories: Auto Repair, Preventive Maintenance, Safety Tips
Posted August 18, 2014
Overheating is the most common cause of vehicle breakdowns and internal engine damage. As the heat rises in Fountain over the summer, our shop sees more and more people coming in after breakdowns due to cooling system failure. But there is an easy answer! A cooling system flush can keep…
Categories: Auto Repair, Preventive Maintenance
Posted July 16, 2014
We’ve had many conversations with our customers here in Fountain, CO – any time we recommend a transmission flush, our customers ask questions. So what is a transmission flush? Can’t you just top off the fluid? Is it really necessary? We understand your confusion – a transmission flush isn’t one…
Categories: Auto Repair, Preventive Maintenance
Posted May 12, 2014
When you think of preventative maintenance, there are probably a few things that jump to the top of your mind – oil changes, filter replacements, windshield wipers, fluids… But how often do you consider the cooling system in your vehicle? The cooling system is an important component in our vehicles…
Categories: Auto Repair, Preventive Maintenance
Posted November 26, 2013
According to a 2012 AAA report, the number of Thanksgiving travelers has been steadily increasing since 2008. In fact, there were 43.6 million Americans traveling 50 miles or more during the Thanksgiving weekend, and 90% of those travelers (39.2 million) were making the trek by car. You can count on…
Categories: Auto Repair, Preventive Maintenance, Safety Tips, Travel Tips
Posted May 3, 2013
Overlooking a simple replacement service can cost you thousands of dollars. A timing belt is a great example. This video will explain the benefits of timing belt replacements and the expensive consequences you could face if your belt should break. Remember, our Fountain automotive mechanics are ready and waiting to…
Categories: Auto Repair, Preventive Maintenance
Posted February 13, 2013
Like your body, vehicles benefit from fresh, healthy fluids in their systems to keep running smoothly. While ignoring fluids could mean thousands in auto repair, constantly monitoring them ensures your vehicle runs as smooth as possible. While every system in your vehicle requires a different fluid, they are all important…
Categories: Auto Repair, Preventive Maintenance
Posted July 27, 2012
Breakdowns happen. You could be on your way to the store, to work, or on your way to an important meeting when steam begins to seep from your engine, forcing you to pull off to the side of the road. Sounds like trouble, right? Not necessarily. If you handle the…
Categories: Auto Repair, Preventive Maintenance, Safety Tips, Travel Tips
Posted May 7, 2012
When it comes to safety and your vehicle, there is nothing more important than a healthy brake system. At your local Colorado Springs Automotive shop, our ASE-Certified technicians will thoroughly look over your brake fluid, brake lines and brake pads when you bring in your car for your next scheduled…
Categories: Auto Repair, Preventive Maintenance
