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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…

Simple Answers From Dakota Ridge Auto For Littleton: Air Conditioning

March 27, 2023

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…

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Light into Darkness (Vehicle Lighting)

March 20, 2023

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 lights are working. It might help to have a friend assist you since there are a few bulbs to check that are much easier to…

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Radiator Repair

March 14, 2023

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 and very expensive engine damage, so you want to make sure you always have good hoses so you can avoid major radiator repair. Radiator hoses…

Timing Belt Replacement

March 7, 2023

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 timing of your combustion process. Your pistons travel up and down in the cylinder. Intake valves open at the right time to let in air…

10 Overlooked Auto Maintenance Services – Let Dakota Ridge Auto Take Care of Them For You

February 27, 2023

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 essential and need appropriate attention. So here we go, in no order. Power Steering Service Be honest – have you ever thought of this on…

Upsizing Wheels and Tires in Littleton

February 20, 2023

Hello Littleton drivers! Let’s pretend you have three doughnuts right in front of you for our discussion of upsizing wheels and tires. Hey, don’t eat them now – you’re going to need them later. Many Littleton drivers want to accessorize their cars and make them theirs. One of the easiest ways to get a custom…

Axle Service At Dakota Ridge Auto in Littleton

February 9, 2023

Littleton drivers should know that the axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to the wheels. They’re strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trouble. Axles just wear out over time and need to be replaced. And sometimes axle seals leak, causing the axle to wear out prematurely. Lubricant…