Posts by Dennis Vieira
Differential Service at Tylers Auto TV: Viva la Difference
Every vehicle on OR roads has a differential, and it is important to the proper operation of the vehicle. But most TIGARD residents don’t have a clue what it is. The differential compensates for differing wheel speeds. For example, when you turn, the inside tire on the turn travels a much shorter distance than the outside wheel.…
Read MoreHow to Know When to Change Your Oil at Tylers Auto TV
Today in the Tylers Auto TV auto care blog, we’re going to talk to TIGARD drivers about oil change intervals. It seems that as engine technology advances, oil change intervals become longer for Tylers Auto TV customers. For example, recently four of the world’s largest vehicle manufacturer’s shortened the published intervals for several of their…
Read MoreGetting New Tires in TIGARD?
There are so many tire choices in the TIGARD area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it’s kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they’re a significant investment for most TIGARD area folks so you want do it right. Tip: talk with your…
Read MoreFinding Vehicle Recall Information in TIGARD, OR
No matter how well they’re made, vehicles in TIGARD, OR, will have design or manufacturing problems. And when the government thinks a problem is really serious for people in TIGARD, OR, they require the manufacturer to issue a recall notice and fix the vehicle free of charge. The manufacturer then tries to contact everyone in OR…
Read MoreSerpentine Belt Service at Tylers Auto TV in TIGARD
If you’ve ever heard a squealing sound under your vehicle hood, chances are it was your serpentine belt. More importantly, the belt powers the alternator. The alternator creates electricity that’s used by your vehicle’s electrical systems and also charges the battery. Without the alternator, the battery will go dead after a short distance. The serpentine belt may…
Read MoreTylers Auto TV Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln
Welcome to the Tylers Auto TV automotive blog. Today, let’s talk about the effect of tire wear. Let’s focus on stopping in wet TIGARD conditions. In order for a tire to have good contact with the road, it has to move the water out of the way. If it can’t move the water, the…
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