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Deep Breathing in Littleton: Engine Air Filter

March 3, 2019

Your vehicle engine relies on clean air to operate efficiently. However, it takes about 12,000 liters of air to burn one liter of gas in your vehicle’s engine. And all of us Littleton drivers know that clean air is much better than dirty. When your engine air filter is dirty, it simply can’t trap any more dirt, so the…

Your Cooling System – Dakota Ridge Auto Tech Q&A

February 26, 2019

Question for the Dakota Ridge Auto Techs: I was driving down 470, headed home to Littleton and smoke started coming out of my car. I pulled over and called for a tow to a mechanic. Turns out my car had overheated. What can I do to prevent this from happening in the future? Answer Regarding…

Don’t Overlook Your Car Windows to Keep Clear of Danger

February 14, 2019

When we drive around Littleton, Colorado, it’s important for us to be able to see well. That means, of course, keeping our car windows as crystal clear as we can. If you’ve ever driven your car directly into bright sunlight, you know dirty, scratched or fogged windows can render you almost completely blind. Not a…

Power Steering, Everything You Need to Know

February 8, 2019

Power steering is one of the things we Littleton, Colorado drivers take for granted in our vehicles. Let’s look at two areas: first, the power assist and second, the actual parts that steer the vehicle. Giving You the Power to Steer In Littleton, most drivers under the age of 40 have never driven a vehicle…

What’s the Difference Between Synthetic and Conventional Oil Change?

January 28, 2019

At Dakota Ridge Auto in Littleton, Colorado, one of the questions we get most from customers is: what’s the difference between synthetic and conventional oil change? While we can provide basic information on the spot, understanding each type is and what’s right for your car requires a broader explanation. Generally speaking, here’s the breakdown of…

The Critical Role of ABS Brakes

August 25, 2018

There’s a common misconception that anti-lock brakes (ABS brakes) help you stop faster. That’s not always the case on loose gravel or snowy surfaces. In fact, the role of ABS brakes is to help you maintain control of your vehicle in an emergency braking situation. Imagine you are driving on a snowy CO road. You need to…

The Importance of Exhaust System Services at Dakota Ridge Auto

August 13, 2018

Catalytic Converter, Exhaust Repair

Driving around Littleton, we’ve all heard a car or truck that needs a new muffler. But there’s more to the exhaust system than just the muffler. The exhaust system has three main functions: Safely get hot exhaust gas from the engine out the tailpipe Treat the exhaust to remove harmful pollutants Muffle the engine noise…

What Does the EVAP System Do for Your Vehicle?

August 1, 2018

EVAP System, Evaporative Emissions System Repair

Your vehicle’s oil and fuel give off vapors that are harmful to the environment. That’s why evaporative emissions control systems – EVAP for short – are mandated in all cars and trucks. The EVAP system is there to capture these vapors and direct them into the engine to be burned – kind of like an…

What Does the Tire Pressure Warning Light Mean?

July 12, 2018

Here at Dakota Ridge Auto in Littleton, we understand that vehicles these days come with all kinds of warning lights that can be confusing to decipher. However, if your tire pressure warning light comes on, it means just what you think – that one or more of your tires has low air pressure. The dashboard…

What’s So Important About Your Car Thermostat? Plenty.

July 2, 2018

Your car thermostat is an important part of your cooling system. As our experts at Dakota Ridge Auto can explain, the vehicle’s thermostat performs a similar function to the thermostat in your home. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a comfortable temperature range. When your home gets too hot, the air conditioning kicks…