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Slippery as Ice (Driving on Wet Littleton Roads)

October 2, 2023

We all know driving on slippery ice can be dangerous. You might not know that wet leaves can be just as slick. If you live in an area with trees that drop their leaves, or if you’re traveling in an area where the fall foliage is worth a look, here are a few things that…

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Smart Car Care in Littleton: Debunking The Maintenance Free Myth

July 7, 2023

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…

Serpentine Belt Replacement

June 26, 2023

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)

June 13, 2023

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…

Fuel Saving Tip: Fuel System Cleaning at Dakota Ridge Auto in Littleton

June 8, 2023

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…

Engine Air Filter Replacement Littleton

May 17, 2023

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…

The Smell of Danger (What Causes Gasoline Odors)

May 15, 2023

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…

5 Tips for Buying Used in Littleton, Get An Inspection

May 2, 2023

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

April 27, 2023

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,…

5 Reasons To Keep Your Car Well-Maintained

April 19, 2023

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…