Wired! (Battery Cables and Maintenance)
Chances are you’ve had the power go out in your neighborhood at some time, and you know how helpless you feel. No lights, no microwave oven, no cold refrigerator: Yikes,…
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Fuel Saving Tip: Fuel System Cleaning at Dakota Ridge Auto in Littleton
A lot of gas is wasted in dirty fuel delivery systems. Let’s start at the tank. The gas tank gathers dirt, rust, and sediment over the years. That’s why there’s…
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Engine Air Filter Replacement Littleton
Today we want to talk about your engine air filter. That’s the filter that cleans the air before it’s burned in your engine. People wonder how often they should change…
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The Smell of Danger (What Causes Gasoline Odors)
A driver recently noticed that her garage had begun to smell like gasoline after she parked her vehicle inside. Her Check Engine light had also just come on. This was…
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5 Tips for Buying Used in Littleton, Get An Inspection
Here are 5 tips from Dakota Ridge Auto for used car buyers: 1. Ask for service records. Most owners who document regular maintenance services take care of their vehicles. 2.…
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Trust the Service Center Procedures at Dakota Ridge Auto
It’s comforting for Littleton drivers to know that Dakota Ridge Auto has exacting standards and procedures for taking care of your car. There are inspection procedures and auto service procedures. When Littleton drivers come in for…
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5 Reasons To Keep Your Car Well-Maintained
Thanks for visiting the Dakota Ridge Auto auto care blog. Today’s post lists 5 important reasons Littleton drivers should follow recommended maintenance schedules. 1. Be Safe A well-maintained car doesn’t…
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Simple Answers From Dakota Ridge Auto For Littleton: Air Conditioning
Question: Why isn’t my air conditioner blowing cold air? Dakota Ridge Auto Answer: Your air conditioning system uses refrigerant to create cold air. The most common reasons Littleton drivers lose their…
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Light into Darkness (Vehicle Lighting)
You need to be able to see at night and have other vehicles see you as well. Spend a few minutes to check and make sure all your vehicle’s outside…
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Radiator Repair
Your radiator hoses carry coolant between your engine and the radiator. It’s an important job. If a hose fails, you could lose your engine coolant which might lead to overheating…
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Timing Belt Replacement
Let’s address a very important maintenance item – timing belt replacement. It’s important because letting this one slide can lead to very expensive engine damage. Your timing belt choreographs the…
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10 Overlooked Auto Maintenance Services – Let Dakota Ridge Auto Take Care of Them For You
Let’s talk about auto maintenance service schedules. And mainly, the scheduled services that are sometimes forgotten. We have a list of 10 service items that are often overlooked. They’re all…
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