Has Mat? Hazmat
In the sloppy weather months, many drivers rely on protective mats to keep moisture, grime, ice, and snow from making a mess of a vehicle’s interior. But if your vehicle…
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The Hot Switch (Coolant Vacuum Valve Switch)
When the weather gets cooler, you want the cabin of your vehicle to stay warm. When you switch on the heat, you may find the air that comes out of…
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Under Pressure: Your TPMS System
Flats, blowouts, skids, and longer stopping distances can all be the result of driving around CO on underinflated tires. Now, it’s hard to tell when a radial tire is underinflated but your…
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4 Ways to Help Your Vehicle Service Go Well
Let’s face it, vehicles are complex machines, and hats off to the NAPA AutoCare technicians who can diagnose and repair them when things go wrong. Here are four tips to…
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Fuel System Service
Question: What benefit will I get out of a fuel system cleaning? Answer: Well, the dirtier your fuel system is, the bigger the improvement you’ll see in performance and fuel…
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Now, Stop Right There! (Driving with ABS Brakes)
Do you know what kind of braking system you have on your vehicle? It matters. Do you think you should pump your brakes to get them to stop better on…
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Winter Tires
Let’s talk about winter tires. We’re not talking about all-season tires here, but dedicated winter tires. Modern winter tires do a terrific job in a wide range of winter conditions. …
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Water Pump Repair
The cooling system in an engine has five components: the radiator, the radiator cap, the hoses, the thermostat, and the water pump. The water is literally the heart of the system.…
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Mirror, Mirror (Door Mirror Problems)
You’ve probably seen them lying around at the side of the road: someone’s outside rearview mirror that’s been knocked off by a driver’s not-so-perfect driving. And you realize the person…
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How Long Will My Brakes Last? (Brake Maintenance)
If you feel a slight shudder or vibration coming through your brake pedal when you stop, it could be a sign you need some brake work done. That gets you…
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Dakota Ridge Auto Tech Question On Your Fuel Pump
Dakota Ridge Auto Tech Question: I was driving on a local Littleton road and my vehicle started sputtering. And then the engine finally quit and I couldn’t get it started.…
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The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)
When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit. Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs…
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