If you’re like most drivers, you don’t think about your brakes until they stop working. The first thing you think of are the pads and rotors, but why do…
Because you depend on your car every day to get you where you need to go, it’s important that it be properly maintained. Most manufacturers’ recommend 30,000 and 60,000 mile…
The small parts on a car’s engine are often easy to overlook. Most of the time, these components are of the utmost importance to keep everything running properly. In order…
You settle into the driver’s seat, turn the key and are met with a check engine light. There are over one hundred various conditions that can cause the light…
There are many factors that determine how long your spark plugs will last without needing a change. The fuel you use, your driving habits and the status of your…
You seldom think about the transmission fluid however it is crucial to the life of the transmission. It is the coolant, hydraulic fluid and the lubricant. It should be clear…
Dakota Ridge Auto is locally owned and operated business that understands how much you rely on your vehicle to run properly. If your radiator isn’t in working order your engine…
You depend on your vehicle and the sudden failure of an inexpensive part can leave you stranded. This is especially true of the thermostat. If the valve fails, the…
It’s surprising how little we consider the importance of our brakes. The Colorado weather is ever changing and your brakes should be in top condition. Proper brake maintenance is one…