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How to Prepare Your Car for Seasonal Changes

C and C Automotive

Fluid Levels and Quality Oil : Change your oil and oil filter according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Clean oil helps improve engine performance and fuel efficiency. Air Conditioning : Check your air conditioning system to ensure it is functioning optimally for the upcoming warmer seasons.

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Common Issues on the Honda Civic

RepairSmith

liter R18 engine experienced engine block cracking, often caused by manufacturing defects. High Oil Consumption: Older Civics may develop higher-than-normal oil usage as they age. Keeping a close eye on oil levels and performing regular oil changes can help avoid damage.

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Understanding Engine Timing- Chains, Gears and Belts

Tomorrow's Technician

They only want their car to start and run with no warning lights, no weird noises, cold air conditioning and a good radio. Anything less than perfect timing has never been acceptable in the performance world, and now, it’s not acceptable by auto manufacturers either. But, that was back then. Today’s world is different.

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Oil Light On: 6 Urgent Causes You Should Know

RepairSmith

This Article Contains: 6 Critical Reasons Your Car’s Oil Light Is On Is It Safe to Drive with the Oil Light On? 3 FAQs about the Oil Light How Do You Prevent the Oil Light from Coming On? What’s the Difference Between the Oil Pressure Light and the Oil Change Light? Keep reading to resolve them.

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What Maintenance Services are Recommended for My Acura?

Auto Alternative

Your Acura’s oil change indicator will help determine the optimal time for an oil change. Oil Filter Change : Replacing the oil filter is essential for maintaining engine cleanliness by preventing dirt and debris from circulating in the motor oil.

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14 Common Car Maintenance Mistakes to Avoid

RepairSmith

Neglecting Oil Changes Regular oil changes can seem like an unnecessary hassle. However, if you let that motor oil sit in your engine for too long, it starts breaking down, leaving behind a sticky oil sludge. Neglecting regular oil changes can also lead to expensive repair work.

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EV World: A learning experience

Auto Service World

An oil change was never just an oil change. And now it’s not because you’re not getting your oil changed. BE: The manufacturers have to tell the customer, ‘Hey, these things do need service. They have AC services that even Tesla every four or five years, they want those desiccate bags changed.