Posts by Dennis Vieira
Know Your Towing Limits in TIGARD
Some TIGARD drivers figure that anything they can attach to their trailer hitch can be towed by their vehicle. Nope. If you’re going to do any towing around TIGARD, you should be aware of safety issues, OR towing laws and potential liability. Understanding tow ratings is important for safe towing. A tow rating is the…
Read MoreHitting the Brakes in TIGARD
Safety should always be an element of your vehicle care. So even if you don’t care about how your vehicle looks, you should practice preventive maintenance to protect yourself — and other TIGARD drivers — on the road. And good safety starts with good brakes. Brakes need a regular inspection. There are parts that wear out or wear…
Read MoreBattery Maintenance Tips From Tylers Auto TV
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons: First, your vehicle won’t start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn’t working efficiently, your alternator has to work overtime…
Read MoreGood Timing: Proper Timing Belt Replacement Saves Money for TIGARD Drivers
Knowing how their engine works can help TIGARD drivers make informed decisions about auto care and prevent repairs to their vehicles. This is especially true when it comes to timing belts. An engine’s power is generated in the cylinders. Inside the cylinder is a piston that moves up and down while the engine is running. Power…
Read MoreBy the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Tylers Auto TV in TIGARD
Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It’s like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, TIGARD drivers know that it’s not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won’t lead you to buried treasure,…
Read MoreAutomotive Tips from Tylers Auto TV: Brake Noise
Your brake pads are the important parts that rub against the rotor (or disc) to slow and stop your car when driving in TIGARD. They eventually wear down. When your pads are worn too much, they won’t stop your vehicle as well. When the friction material is worn away, metal parts of the pad are…
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