Posts by Dennis Vieira
Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
You’ve likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle’s engine. Did you know that there’s one part that’s responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It’s called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of…
Read MoreTo Fix or Not To Fix: That Is the Question.
No matter what vehicle you drive, when certain things break, you have to make a decision. Should I get it fixed now, later or never? Air conditioning is one of those things. You can certainly live without air conditioning, but it sure is nice to have on a sweltering day. Let’s say your air conditioning…
Read MoreIt Pays to Take Care of Your Transmission at Tylers Auto TV
If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in TIGARD. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I’ve gotta tell ‘ya, most of that’s because of technological advances in transmissions. To get a better understanding of why that is, let’s talk bicycles.…
Read MoreA Bright Idea
You’ve probably noticed how much easier it is to see when you’re driving in the daytime as opposed to at night. It’s one of the main reasons about half of all fatal vehicle accidents happen when it’s dark. That’s why it’s important that your vehicle’s headlights are in top condition and working the way they…
Read MoreSniffing Out a Problem
Your parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention. For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your vehicle, it means sulfur…
Read MoreThe Economy of Maintenance for TIGARD Drivers
Do I keep my old vehicle or buy a new one? It’s a question most TIGARD drivers ask themselves at some time or another. Generally, what it comes down to is the choice between a car payment and the possibility of repair bills. Most of the time, we want to choose the car payment because we don’t like…
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