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Smart Car Care in Littleton: Debunking The Maintenance Free Myth

Myths start with a grain of evidence and are then built up with a lot of imagination and very elastic logic.  And the internet is a breeding ground for automotive myths.  Some bloggers recall the vehicles of yesteryear and declare their modern decedents to be virtually maintenance-free and that anyone who says otherwise is out…
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Serpentine Belt Replacement

Do you know that long belt that snakes around the front of your engine? It’s called the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt is driven by the engine as it turns. It powers your alternator, air conditioning compressor, and power steering pump. On some vehicles, it also runs the water pump, radiator fan, and power brakes. Sounds like a lot of…
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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, it’s like living in another century. Well, your vehicle is also highly dependent on having power for it to run properly.  When your battery cables…
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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 a fuel filter to clean the fuel after it leaves the tank.  A dirty filter will rob the engine of the clean gas it needs…
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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 their engine air filter.  The simple answer is when it’s dirty.  That’s a function of how much air has passed through the filter, so your…
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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 something she’d never experienced before. So, she called up her NAPA Service Advisor and asked what was causing it. The answer, of course, is that…
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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. Inspect the vehicle thoroughly. Check for uneven tire wear, alignment, suspension issues, strange sounds, and funky odors. 3. If everything checks out up to this…
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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 a routine service like an oil change, our technicians will give things the once over. They look to see if parts need to be replaced,…
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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 put you and your passengers at unnecessary risk. Think brakes, headlamps, tires. 2. Get Better Fuel Economy Regular maintenance is an investment in optimum fuel…
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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 cold air have to do with refrigerant.  The first is not enough refrigerant. Refrigerant is a gas in the system, and very small holes in…