by Craig Leach | Sep 24, 2015 | Blog
The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining ideal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. The service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so they should always be replaced...
by Craig Leach | Aug 6, 2015 | Blog
A vehicle’s suspension system is tough. It can last for years and tens of thousands of miles for Joliet drivers. But it can be damaged quickly by hitting a pothole, curb or rock, and it can wear more quickly if you frequently drive off-road or on bumpy roads. A...
by Craig Leach | Aug 6, 2015 | Blog
All of us Joliet car owners know we have to get the oil changed in our sedans periodically. That’s just part of good car care. But when Joliet service professionals change your oil, they also usually inspect your air filter. That’s why they sometimes let you know that...
by Craig Leach | Apr 8, 2013 | Blog
Joliet drivers rely on their car’s coolant system to keep their engine cool. Coolant (also called antifreeze) mixed with water flows through your sedan engine and absorbs heat. The mixture then flows out to the radiator where it’s cooled by air flowing over the...
by Craig Leach | Apr 8, 2013 | Blog
There’s a segment of the Plainfield population that’s not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Mistaken perceptions have crept into the IL. area over time. Many Plainfield motorists think the root lies in the fact that modern cars are so reliable. Reliability has...