Have you ever heard a particular sound when driving and didn't know if it meant something was wrong with your brakes? Or wondered if hearing a particular sound (or combination of sounds) was an ominous sign? If you don't know the meaning of the beep, chime, or hum your car is making, make sure to find out before you have a big problem with your car. A well-maintained car should drive along smoothly with a gentle purr.
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One crucial part of your vehicle is the automatic transmission. It's a very complex part with tiny passageways, various solenoids, and various parts that can become damaged. That's why it helps to know some signs that your vehicle's transmission needs to be repaired.
The Transmission Fluid Is Old
Many people make the mistake of not changing the transmission fluid. This is because transmission fluid can sometimes be said to last a lifetime, but people don't understand what that means.
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Servicing your brakes is essential to keeping your car safe on the road, but it's not always straightforward to time your next brake service. Moreso than many other maintenance items, your car's disc brakes can be drastically affected by conditions and driving habits. The relatively high cost of brake maintenance also means many drivers want to extend the life of their brake pads for as long as possible.
Fortunately, you don't have to go into your next brake service blindly, nor do you need to follow a set mileage schedule that may not apply to your specific needs.
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Vehicles that spend a lot of time on the road or in traffic may develop some paint damage around the front of the vehicle from small stones or pebbles that hit the vehicle while driving. Stone chip repair services can fix the damage for you, but how the repairs are made can change with the amount of damage to the paint in the impact area.
Stone Damage
Vehicles driving on any road surface can pick up small stones, gravel, or pebbles with their tires and toss the material out behind the car as they are driving.
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If you want to keep away from repair bills for the vehicle that cost you thousands of dollars, you need to keep up with preventative maintenance for your vehicle. Preventive maintenance is designed to be affordable and to keep your vehicle running in top condition.
Take Care of Your Spare Tire
Your spare tire may be hidden out of sight in the back of your trunk, but that doesn't mean you should forget about it.
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